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Your Septic System and the Environment in Boise, ID

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An aspect of owning a  residential or  commercial property  with a septic tank that many potential owners don't realize is that properly maintained septic systems are extremely environmentally friendly! If being green and caring for our planet is a priority, consider  installing a septic tank . Septic tanks have many advantages, including:  affordability--even considering the cost of septic system design, installation, and maintenance, having a septic system is actually cheaper than being on the public sewage line! durability--septic tanks are built to last, and, if  properly maintained , can last up to 50 years! Additionally, because of the way a septic system works, it's an eco-friendly option. Here are a few reasons septic systems better serve our ecosystems:  The elimination of waste . Septic tanks are a bacterial playground, where anaerobic metabolic processes are happening like crazy! The microbial ecosystem inside of a septic tank breaks wastes...

Three Reasons to Hire a Professional for Excavation Services in Boise, ID

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In addition to our many  commercial and residential septic services , ASAP Septic also offers  excavation services  for everything ranging from  septic tank and system installation  to driveways, swimming pools, and holes for trampolines. There are a number of reasons why hiring a professional excavation service is a good idea; we've rounded up our top three:  1) Safety . Always a top priority, safety is always a concern no matter what type of construction work is under consideration. Soil can be unpredictable as different soil types can lie just beneath the surface of the ground, and ground collapse is a very real possibility, especially when using heavy machinery. Additionally, with the risk of hitting underground electrical lines which pose the threat of electrocution, gas lines that can leak flammable gases, and water pipes that can be damaged, hiring an  expert  who knows how to navigate the ins and outs of excavation in every circumstance is...