Understanding Wells and Septic Systems for Homeowners
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Collapse ▲Webinar – November 14, 2024 (6:00 – 8:00 p.m.)
Join the Chatham County Department of Environmental Health and the N.C. Cooperative Extension – Chatham County Center for a free, online presentation on the use and maintenance of home septic systems and wells.
Homeowners of Septic Systems
James Tiger, REHS – On Site Wastewater Supervisor
Learn the basics of septic systems, including their use, design and operation, the types of septic systems in Chatham County, why septic systems fail, and how to prevent failures.
Wells 101
Ray Milosh, REHS – Well Program Specialist
Learn about siting, inspecting, and repairing wells, including an overview of the County water sampling program.
Planting on Your Septic Drain Field
Matt Jones, Horticulture Extension Agent
A review of the do’s and don’ts of plant selection and maintenance around septic fields, including turf, edible crops, trees, and shrubs.
Well and Septic System Resources
Septic Systems and Their Maintenance (NC State Extension)
Be Septic Smart (EPA)
Wastewater and Septic Permits & Monitoring (Chatham Co. Environmental Health)
Well Permits and Water Monitoring (Chatham Co. Environmental Health)
Planting on Your Septic Drain Field (Virginia Cooperative Extension – Va. Tech)
NC State Extension Gardener Handbook (NC State Extension)
NC State Extension Plant Toolbox (NC State Extension)
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