Wells and Septic Systems

I learned a lot about various systems and their function from this book. Not exactly a how to build guide, lacks that much detail. Good insight on the basics of a reliable system, concerns, enough to give insight into planning. I was hoping to get a better feel for different construction costs along with plusses and minuses between systems. It did give enough operation info to better understand but not a shopping list or parts to tally up as costs.

A solid guide to the basics of how septic systems work and how to build them. Some of the information is dated, which is the major flaw that I found with the book as a guide for the modern DIYer. The author discusses many alternative types of systems, several of which would not pass muster with modern codes. Despite the dated information, the descriptions of how things work are easy to understand. That basic knowledge is well worth the modest price of the book.

Good book in regards to the basics of wells & septic systems so far with what I have read. Definitely want to delve a little deeper to see how much design info there is in it

I bought this book when I was installing a septic system for 3 bdrm 2 bath home. I read through it, and used it as a guide while planning out the entire sewer & septic system. That was back in 2008. Five years later, I've moved, but I still rent out that 3/2. I've had Zero problems.It was very helpful to have the online access to this book when I needed to reference it later for a second project.

I got the edition revised by some guy named Blackwell. I bought this book after reading it at the library. It arrived, but did not stay [due to my use and abuse], in excellent condition.The information is excellent and detailed. But I wish there was more. For example there is a comment about what I think is cisterns, but no detailed instructions on how to build one. A value tool to anyone who needs or wants DIY water and septic, could literally save you thousands of dollars, even if you don't Do it yourself.

This is a good book for anyone with a septic system, who wants to know how they work and how to service them to keep them working properly. Very comprehensive guide book to have on hand. Also with water wells and pumping systems. Spells out the whole story about problem solving and additional devices to make your system work better.

If you need a book on wells and septic systems you can't go wrong with this book. Granted I am no expert on the subject, but I found the book to be useful on learning about the topic the book is for.

Very detailed. Gives numerous examples, especially about codes and necessity to do it right. I feel confident in my own abilities having read this.