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Plumbing + Septic Maintenance

Maintain your plumbing and septic system to keep everything in working order. We also answer questions about alternative septic options and how to install these systems.

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Composting Toilets: What to Know
The good news is that composting toilets are affordable, easy to install, quite pleasant to use, and designed for small spaces.
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5 Reasons You Need a Compost Toilet
Compost toilets offer a solution to those who wish to maintain a small carbon footprint. Learn about the benefits to choosing thi…
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Mound Septic Systems for the Cabin
Tips for landscaping on your mound for your cabin's septic system.
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The Waterline Puzzle: How to Get Lake Water Without the Water Line Freezing
Hoping to winterize the cottage but have not figured out a way to get water from the lake to the house without the water line fre…
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Winterizing the Cabin: Preventing Frozen Pipes
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Maintaining the Outhouse: How to Treat Outhouse Waste
Learn how to properly maintain the outhouse at your cabin. We cover how to treat the waste in an outhouse in an environmentally s…
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How to Prevent and Treat Mold and Mildew in Cabin Bathrooms
A few simple steps to prevent unwanted mold and mildew in your bathroom.
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Is Your Drinking Water Safe?
Expert tips for ensuring your aqua is A-OK
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Environmentally Friendly Toilets
Composting and incinerating toilets can be a practical, economical and eco-friendly choice for cabin owners.
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The Essential Guide to Composting vs. Incinerating Toilets
Can’t decide between a composting or incinerating toilet? Learn which kind is best for your cabin.
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How to Pump Lake Water for an Outdoor Faucet
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Hydro Power
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12 Strategies for a Trouble-Free Septic System
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Winterizing Tips
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Septic System Poetry
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Septic System Annual Maintenance Checklist
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Septic System Additives
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What Are the Alternatives to Septic Systems?
A reader writes in inquiring about waste-system options for a tricky lakefront lot.

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