Reader Question: We are home buyers who want to check out a well and septic system. We know nothing about them. We have city sewer and water now, so we have no responsibility beyond using them. Are ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

Q: Marsha, I’m purchasing a home that is on a septic system rather than the public sewer. My home inspector strongly suggests I pay for a septic tank inspection. How do septic systems work? A: Your ...

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), more than one in five U.S. households relies on some sort of septic system. Finding out a home has a well and septic system can make a ...

Buying a rural home with a septic system can be a dream — or an expensive nightmare if you skip the right checks. From tank age to drain field health, knowing what to inspect before closing can save ...