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 ...

The Justice Department ended a deal that had helped fund a solution to the sewage crisis in rural Alabama. “Almost like we are starting all over again,” one activist said. Credit... Supported by By ...

Across South Africa’s rural landscape, thousands of hectares of fertile land lie unused. Irrigation systems have collapsed, water no longer reaches crops reliably, and many farmers lack the support ...

EVERETT — Snohomish County will soon require inspections of all septic systems before a property is sold. On Tuesday, the Snohomish County Board of Health adopted an ordinance with the new ...

Most advanced “water-printing” tech on the market. App is better than ever at mapping your yard. New drip irrigation option adds flexibility. New self-cleaning sprinkler-head tech can help ...

Tons of operational modes. App intelligence skips runs when it’s wet or windy. Much more accurate water coverage than a traditional sprinkler. Larger areas won’t get 100 percent coverage, especially ...

Spring is slowly clawing its way out from under the mountains of snow most of us saw this winter, which means that, soon enough, you’ll have to restart yard work. As warmer days approach, one of the ...

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Another legislative session brings another opportunity for Florida policymakers to protect our water and our health. So far, state Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith has stepped up to the plate. His proposed ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Dripping faucets indoors is one of the first things on a to-do list when it comes to preparing for a freeze, but what about outdoor watering systems? According to Home Depot, ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Old Republic Home Protection and Cinch Home Services Septic system coverage is typically an optional add-on for home warranties, but it can provide ...

There are 360,000 older septic systems in Suffolk County and about 35,000 on the North Shore of Nassau, most of them slowly leeching nitrogen into the groundwater and Long Island’s streams, rivers and ...