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Being Septic Smart

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Date

Add to Calendar 2024-09-17 19:00:00 2024-09-17 21:00:00 Being Septic Smart Septic systems are designed to last 20 to 30 years but can last longer depending on use, care and maintenance. "Being Septic Smart" helps property owners maximize their investment so their septic system can function during and beyond its designed lifetime.TopicsHow a septic system worksThe purpose of the tank and drain field or moundThe importance of clean water’s role played by the soil underneath the soil treatment systemHow often the tank should be pumpedWhether additives are a good ideaHow to prevent winter freeze-upsInstructorSara Heger, researcher and instructor for the Onsite Sewage Treatment Program at the University of Minnesota’s Water Resource CenterRead more about Septic Smart Week. America/Chicago public

Time

Central time

Location

Webinar

Contact

Sara Heger, sheger@umn.edu

Septic systems are designed to last 20 to 30 years but can last longer depending on use, care and maintenance. "Being Septic Smart" helps property owners maximize their investment so their septic system can function during and beyond its designed lifetime.

Topics

  • How a septic system works
  • The purpose of the tank and drain field or mound
  • The importance of clean water’s role played by the soil underneath the soil treatment system
  • How often the tank should be pumped
  • Whether additives are a good idea
  • How to prevent winter freeze-ups

Instructor

Sara Heger, researcher and instructor for the Onsite Sewage Treatment Program at the University of Minnesota’s Water Resource Center

Read more about Septic Smart Week.

Language

This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.

Cost

Free

Accessibility 

University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services, and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, contact Danielle Yantes two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.

Registration

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