ERIC Number: ED259916
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 1985
Pages: 25
Abstractor: N/A
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: N/A
EISSN: N/A
A Homeowner's Guide to Septic Systems.
Sponenberg, Torsten D.; And Others
This booklet provides basic information on septic system use and maintenance. Written for current and prospective homeowners, it offers guidelines for proper operation of household septic systems. In addition, (1) components of individual systems are diagrammatically explained; (2) suggestions for maintenance are outlined; (3) problem areas and potential health hazards are identified and discussed; (4) recommendations for the selection of a site are given; and (5) installation and maintenance procedures are specified. Information sources and a list of references on septic systems are also included. (ML)
Descriptors: Environmental Standards, Sanitary Facilities, Sanitation, Solid Wastes, Waste Disposal, Waste Water, Wastes, Water Quality
Virginia Water Resources Research Center, 617 N. Main St., Blacksburg, VA 24060-3397.
Publication Type: Guides - General
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Community
Language: English
Sponsor: Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC.
Authoring Institution: Virginia Water Resource Research Center, Blacksburg.
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A