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bjbear
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Aug 21, 2014

Leaving house with septic system over winter

A question for those who live on acreages with septic system in Cold Areas....

We are just going to move onto an acreage and am wondering if my system will freeze up. My son will be staying there but with us away down south for an extended period, can I expect problems? Are there any things I should be doing to prepare for the cold weather?
  • If you are not shutting the heat off in the house, you should be fine
  • If your sewer system was installed per local codes (proper depths) it shouldn't freeze.

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