In this guide to septic systems, CR shares a detailed breakdown of the workings of a home septic system, with expert advice ...

They feature perforated pipes buried two to four feet underground running from the tank. Without a drainfield, septic tanks would overflow, creating runoff and a bad odor in your yard. When ...

which consists of perforated pipes. The wastewater will either evaporate or drain into the soil. Good maintenance starts with understanding how your septic tank works, what type of system it is ...