Septic System Basics

In this episode of the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) Podcast, host Gail Lucas and DPS Well and Septic Section Manager Heidi Benham discuss the importance of properly maintaining a septic system to avoid costly repairs and to protect both the environment and public health. Tune in to learn the definition of a septic system, how to know if you have a septic system, how often to pump a system, the typical lifespan of a system, the importance of being mindful of what goes down the drain and toilet, signs of trouble with a septic system, what records to request before buying a house with a septic system, and more. Do you have a question or an idea for a future DPS Podcast episode? Email your ideas and questions to dps.podcast@montgomerycountymd.gov. The transcript for this episode can be found here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2163316/episodes/19774878-septic-system-basics#transcript