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How do I
know that my on-site sanitary sewage system is not functioning properly?
Some of
the symptoms of problems can include:
What
are the risks?
Malfunction of
an on-site sanitary sewage system represents a public health risk and
can cause environmental health problems. In addition it can depreciate
property value and make re-sale difficult. A malfunctioning system
should not be ignored, as the problems rarely correct themselves, and
often become worse. It should be noted that any system that
contravenes the Ontario Building Code is considered as an unsafe system.
Why
should homeowners with on-site systems not put chemicals down the
sink or toilet?
Many chemicals are not treated by the on-site
sanitary sewage system and thus are introduced directly into the
groundwater system or surrounding sub-soils. |
