Bibliograph

Wells and septic systems, Max and Charlotte Alth ; revised by S. Blackwell Duncan

Type

Label

Wells and septic systems, Max and Charlotte Alth ; revised by S. Blackwell Duncan

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Wells and septic systems

Oclc number

23868524

Responsibility statement

Max and Charlotte Alth ; revised by S. Blackwell Duncan

Summary

Tells how to obtain necessary permits, locate water, choose the right drilling technique, select and prepare a septic system, and connect the system to one's home

Table Of Contents

pt. 1. Septic systems. How septic tanks work -- The percolation test -- Selecting a tank -- Tank construction -- Piping -- Planning the septic system -- Installing the systempt. 2. Water wells. Groundwater -- Water quantity and quality -- Finding water -- Before you dig or drill -- Driven wells -- Bored wells -- Jetted wells -- Dug wells -- Drilled wells -- Well screens -- Packing and developing -- Completing the well -- Water treatment -- Pumping, distribution, and storage

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