Septic systems & private wells
If your home runs on a septic system or a private well, nobody sends you a utility bill — and nobody reminds you to maintain it. We do. Plain-English guidance and free email reminders, built on EPA and CDC recommendations.
How often to pump, what an inspection covers, what it costs, and the everyday habits that keep your drain field healthy for decades.
Septic guidesWhen to test, what the results mean, and what to do about bacteria, nitrates, iron, or hard water — without the chemistry degree.
Well water guidesEPA and CDC both recommend testing a private well at least once a year for coliform bacteria and nitrate. A certified laboratory is how you know what is actually in the water. Screening strips can flag a change between lab tests — they are not a substitute.
If you want the kit-versus-lab breakdown first, start with the well water tester guide. For the yearly plan, see the well water testing guide. Sources: EPA private wells · CDC private wells.
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