In this guide to septic systems, CR shares a detailed breakdown of the workings of a home septic system, with expert advice ...

Something as seemingly harmless as using the wrong toilet paper can eventually result in polluted land and waterways, not to mention clogs and costly septic tank repairs. The best toilet paper for ...

Fix them when you spot them. A running toilet or dripping sink can fail a system within a matter of days, says Pratt. Do learn the location of your septic tank and drainfield (the system of ...