We just mentioned that drain field areas aren't unsafe to have in your yard, but there is one thing to avoid due to health implications: Never create a vegetable garden near a septic tank or drain ...

then follow it into your yard. It should take you to where your septic tank and drain field are installed—at least five feet away from your home, but usually between 10 and 25 feet. Sink a soil ...

It is also important to note that the leach field (drain field) is the most important component of a septic system. Make sure that your leach field is in working condition when you replace a ...

A foul smell around your yard, especially near the drain field or tank, is a red flag. Septic odors are not just unpleasant—they can signal a leak, overflow, or other serious issue. If you catch ...

Before the installation of a new septic tank and finger system, this homeowner was curious about where the existing tank and drainage tile were located in their yard. The homesite was mapped to locate ...

A: Plantings over the septic system is an issue for many folks on the Treasure Coast. Sometimes, as in Robert’s location, the issue is over the tank, however, many folks struggle with plantings ...

Dear Neil: I am planting two yaupon hollies in a small back yard. I don't want the septic drain ... away from the drain field should I plant them? Answer: I'm going to assume your lateral lines ...