Septic information sources
These are public, authoritative references used to validate the general guidance presented on this website.
Primary public references
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Septic systems guidance
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Public health guidance
- Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ): OSSF program
- Texas A&M AgriLife Extension / TWON: OSSF homeowner resources
- National Environmental Health Association (NEHA): Septic safety & winter guidance
How we use these sources
- To keep guidance high-level, homeowner-safe, and aligned with common industry recommendations.
- To avoid over-specific claims that vary by property, system type, soil, or local permitting rules.
- To frame “when to call a professional” guidance conservatively (especially for backups).
Note: This site provides educational information and routes requests to independent providers. It is not a substitute for professional diagnosis.