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The holidays are a busy time of year with traveling, errands to run, and events to plan and attend. To reduce the chance of plumbing and septic tank issues this busy holiday season, follow these do’s and don’ts of septic care.

Septic tanks are used throughout the nation for homes that don’t have access to public sewer lines. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation out there about septic tanks, which can lead homeowners to unwittingly harm their septic system while following some misguided advice. 

Moving to a rural area is very rewarding But, most rural homes have septic tanks instead of the public sewer system. Below, we have outlined some of the things you should know before installing a new septic system.

Clogged toilets, sluggish shower drains, and backed-up sinks are all incredibly frustrating inconveniences no business or homeowner wants to deal with. Here, we outline a few ways home, and business owners can discern whether a backup is caused by septic or plumbing problems.

Septic tanks provide homeowners with an invaluable service, but, without proper upkeep, septic system problems can occur, which may lead to health hazards over time. Here, our experienced technicians outline how you can tell your septic system developed a problem.

Trees and shrubbery are beautiful additions to any landscape, but they can wreak havoc on plumbing pipes and sewer lines. Read these tips on how to protect your sewer line from tree roots from Jones Plumbing & Septic Tank Service.