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Looking at buying house with mechanical septic system. What questions should I be asking?

As an owner of a home with a septic system for over 30 years, I would be wary if I was told the system was pumped twice a year. That said, this can depend on where the home is located. … Here a well maintained septic needs to be pumped about every 3 to 5 years. Systems that were pumped often were an indication of misuse and possible blocked drain fields. …
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Is it ok to sod or mulch over a leach field?

Roots are your worst enemy in this instance. Your best bet is consulting a reputable landscaper to ask about suitable plantings for the location and desired results. A guess or recommendation from a …
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Discovered old dry well or septic tank with muddy water - can I just fill it in?

Your description sounds like an old abandoned septic tank. If you are hooked up to the sewer this should have no use. I'm in fla. and occasionally an old septic will collapse and leave a hole. …
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