Practically all properties in the United States today are connected to utilities for running water, and the very concept of plumbing dates back to the Roman days. Today’s public utilities are more advanced than anything the Romans had, though, from large-scale sewage disposal systems to water treatment plants for entire cities. Most houses today are connected to these public utilities to get fresh water and dispose of sewage, but some properties in rural areas need a different option. Around 25% of American houses make use of septic systems instead, made up of septic tanks, natural filters, pipes, and more. Sometimes,…
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Are you just starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel? As some midwesterners get a break from the frigid temperatures and snow of last week, it should come as no surprise that there are a growing number of people who are already looking toward the promise of spring. And while there are certainly more cold, snow, and ice to come in many parts of the country, there is something refreshing about already making plans for orders of bulk crushed shell, different types of soil, and natural stone pavers. Planning for the landscaping around your home can,…