Septic/Excavation
Your septic system at your home or cabin is super important to the health of your property and your lake, and to the value of your property. You should have a decent working knowledge of your system and what shape it is in. There are many businesses that you can hire to inspect your septic, give you the advice you need, and maintain or fix any issues.
Learn more about septic systems and excavation.
Learn how a properly constructed drinking water system and septic can protect your water in this guide published by the University of Minnesota:
Protecting our Water Takes Good Drinking Water and Septic Systems
Who are licensed contractors within Itasca County?
Itasca County Licensed Septic Businesses
The University of Minnesota Extension has published an excellent guide on septic systems.
The guide costs five dollars and is only available in hard copy, but it is well worth the investment if you own a septic system.
Where can I get information in Itasca County about a low interest septic loan, certificate of compliance, and other septic information?
Itasca County Septic Information
How do I prevent my septic system from freezing?
Don't Let Your Septic System Freeze
What do I do with my septic system after a flood has occurred?
What to do with your septic system during a flood
I have decided to abandon my septic system, so what do I need to do?
Guidance and requirements for abandoning a septic system
Are there some good videos about septic systems that I can watch?
Onsite Sewage Treatment Videos
A good general guide, "A Septic System Owner's Manual", from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
A Septic System Owner's Manual
AND DON'T FORGET OUR SHORELAND GUIDE, WHICH CONTAINS MUCH INFORMATION AND MANY RESOURCES!
