If you are buying a home that has a septic tank, and you have never used one in the past, it is normal to have questions about how they work. Having a septic tank is quite different from using traditional city sewage system for waste disposal, and it will cause you to think about your water waste in new ways. Here are two questions you may have about using a septic tank.
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After a major basement flooding, you may have a swimming pool in your basement. While dehumidifiers and wet/dry vacuums can remove some moisture, if your basement is a new great lake, you will only be able to get it dry by pumping the water out.
Preparations
Do not pump the water out immediately. When water is standing in your yard, it is too soon to pump. Make sure to cut power to your home so you do not have a short circuit.
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