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What Does It Cost to Replace a Septic System in Alberta?

Replacing a septic system can be a big investment for rural homeowners in Alberta, but what you might not know is how much that final price can swing based on a number of factors.  In this blog post, we’ll break down exactly what goes into the cost to replace a...

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Cost to Replace a Septic System
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How to Troubleshoot & Fix Your Septic Tank Pump, & When to Call in the Pros

If your home relies on a septic system, it’s essential that it works properly. One of the most important components of your septic system is the tank pump, which helps move wastewater from...

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Septic Tank Alarm
How Septic Alarms Work: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Your System

If you have a septic system on your property, you’ve likely heard about septic alarms, but how much do you really know about them? A septic tank alarm is an essential component of...

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Septic Medic Canada Day
Celebrate Canada Day with Septic Medic

Happy Canada Day! This weekend is a time to celebrate our heritage, gather with friends and family, and enjoy the long weekend.   The Septic Medic team is filled with gratitude and pride as...

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Septic Tank Risers
Septic Tank Risers: What Are They & Do I Need One?

If you’ve ever had to dig up your yard just to get to your septic tank lid, you already know—it’s no fun. Messy? Yup. Time-consuming? Absolutely. Expensive? You bet. But a simple solution...

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Septic Tank Backups
Septic Tank Backups: Causes, Warning Signs, and How to Prevent Them

Few household emergencies are as disruptive and unpleasant as a septic tank backup. When your toilets refuse to flush, drains overflow, or—horrifyingly—wastewater starts seeping into your home, it's a stressful situation. While septic...

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Septic Tank Inspections
The Importance of Regular Septic System & Septic Tank Inspections

Septic system issues can get ugly—fast. Often overlooked, your septic tank, one component of your septic system, is the unsung hero of your wastewater management. Quietly doing its job underground, out of sight...

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When to Call a Professional to Fix a Septic Tank Pump

A septic tank pump failure can lead to messy, expensive, and even hazardous problems if not addressed quickly. Whether you're dealing with backups, high-level alarms, or a suspicious odour in your yard, understanding...

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Aging Septic System
Environmental Impacts of an Aging Septic System: Why Replacement Matters

For rural homes outside municipal sewer lines, a properly functioning septic system is essential for wastewater treatment. That said, like anything, your septic system will begin to age and deteriorate over time.  Neglecting...

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Septic System Installation Cost
Septic System Installation: What Will it Cost Me?

Installing a new septic system on your property is a big investment—and the cost can vary significantly. Septic system installations don’t come with a one-size-fits-all price tag because no two properties are the...

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