Category: Septic Systems

Soil Evaluation Testing, The First Step For Septic System OWTS Design in Rhode Island

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date May 11, 2020

Soil Evaluations are Step #1 The first step in designing a RI septic system, called an Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (OWTS), is to do Soil Evaluation testing on the property where you want to build. Some people still refer to Soil Evaluations as a “Perc Test”. The Seasonal High Watertable and soil types are what a Soil […]

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Protect Your Septic System During The Coronavirus Crisis

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date March 23, 2020

Do Your Part Be SepticSmart — Do Your Part. Be SepticSmart.

With the high demand and shortages of toilet paper as people adjust to the new realities of social distancing, self-isolation and working/staying at home, another crisis could be caused by flushing wipes and other alternatives into your septic system.

Flushing inappropriate materials down your toilet can cause blocked pipes and backups or even complete septic system failures, which can cost anywhere from hundreds to tens of thousands of dollars to fix or repair.

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RI Septic System Maintenance Recommendations

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date September 20, 2018

Be Septic Smart maintenance graphic — Be SepticSmart. A septic system, without proper maintenance, will eventually lead to costly repairs and Public health concerns

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MAINTAINING YOUR SEPTIC SYSTEM AKA ONSITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM (OWTS) Maintaining your septic system, ISDS or OWTS is critical in protecting your health and drinking water supply, your neighbors heath and drinking water supply, our environment, and your investment in your home and property. In Rhode Island, septic systems, once called Individual Sewage […]

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It is SepticSmart Week – September 17-21, 2018

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date September 17, 2018

SepticSmart Week September 17-21, 2018 graphic — SepticSmart Week September 17-21, 2018

EPA Makes the Week of September 17-21, 2018 SepticSmart Week The EPA created this annual event to educate homeowners and communities on the proper care and maintenance of their Septic Systems (Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems or OWTS): Think at the Sink Don’t Overload the Commode Don’t Strain Your Drain Shield Your Leach Field Test Your […]

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Bottomless Sand Filter (BSF) Sizing and Pump Design Course Completed by Eric D. Colburn, PLS President of Foster Survey Company

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date December 17, 2015

Eric D. Colburn, PLS, President of Foster Survey Company, licensed Class II Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) designer, and certified Bottomless Sand Filter designer attended and completed the Automated Bottomless Sand Filter (BSF) Sizing and Pump Support Material Course in Kingston, RI, held today, December 17, 2015, at the University of Rhode […]

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Designing Nitrogen Removal Technologies Course Completed by Eric D. Colburn, PLS President of Foster Survey Company

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date December 10, 2015

Eric D. Colburn, PLS, President of Foster Survey Company and licensed Class II Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) designer, attended and completed the Designing Nitrogen Removal Technologies course in Kingston, RI, held today, December 10, 2015, at the University of Rhode Island (URI) New England Onsite Wastewater Training Program (NEOWTP). […]

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What Does a Rhode Island New Construction Septic System Design Cost?

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date April 1, 2013
1 Comment on What Does a Rhode Island New Construction Septic System Design Cost?

This is a question we get a lot: What does a Rhode Island Septic System Design cost? We believe in being as transparent as possible when it comes to prices, so that you know your project’s costs. Other service might be needed, but these are the three basic and necessary costs for Septic System Design in RI.

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Eric D. Colburn, PLS Receives RI DEM OWTS Class II Designer’s License Renewal for 2013-2015

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date February 14, 2013

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RI DEM Updates Septic System OWTS Repair Guidance in Critical Erosion Areas For Hurricane Sandy

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date October 31, 2012

Hurricane Sandy wreaked havoc in Rhode Island, resulting in property loss and damage from winds, floods, and beach erosion. If Hurricane Sandy damaged your septic system, you will need to repair that damage to make your home habitable again. There are a myriad of rules and regulations for the repair of septic systems, particularly for […]

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RI Land Surveying Company Celebrates Nineteen Years In Business-Foster Survey Company Est. March, 1993

Post author By Eric Colburn
Post date March 28, 2012

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