Greywater Education

Can Gray Water Bypass the Septic Tank?

Can Gray Water Bypass the Septic Tank?

What Homeowners Need to Know About Legal Grey Water Dispersion TL;DR:Diverting gray water—like laundry water, bath water, and sink water—away from your septic system and into a separate tank or...

Can Gray Water Bypass the Septic Tank?

What Homeowners Need to Know About Legal Grey Water Dispersion TL;DR:Diverting gray water—like laundry water, bath water, and sink water—away from your septic system and into a separate tank or...

How to Build a Greywater Septic System for Off-Grid Living

How to Build a Greywater Septic System for Off-...

Looking for a better way to manage greywater from your sink, shower, or washing machine? If you're off-grid or simply want to reduce your environmental impact, a DIY greywater septic...

How to Build a Greywater Septic System for Off-...

Looking for a better way to manage greywater from your sink, shower, or washing machine? If you're off-grid or simply want to reduce your environmental impact, a DIY greywater septic...

Off-Grid Cabin (Without a Septic Tank)

Off-Grid Cabin (Without a Septic Tank)

How to Build a Greywater System TL;DR:For off-grid cabin living, installing a traditional septic tank isn’t always feasible—or necessary. A well-designed greywater system offers a practical alternative for managing waste...

Off-Grid Cabin (Without a Septic Tank)

How to Build a Greywater System TL;DR:For off-grid cabin living, installing a traditional septic tank isn’t always feasible—or necessary. A well-designed greywater system offers a practical alternative for managing waste...

How Much Does a Greywater System Cost?

How Much Does a Greywater System Cost?

TL;DR Greywater systems can cost anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand dollars depending on design, components, and installation. But if you’re looking for a reliable, low-maintenance, and code-ready...

How Much Does a Greywater System Cost?

TL;DR Greywater systems can cost anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand dollars depending on design, components, and installation. But if you’re looking for a reliable, low-maintenance, and code-ready...

How Do I Become a Greywater Installer?

How Do I Become a Greywater Installer?

TL;DR To become a greywater installer, you’ll need a mix of ecological landscaping or permaculture training and basic plumbing skills. Start by enrolling in programs like Bay Friendly Landscaping or...

How Do I Become a Greywater Installer?

TL;DR To become a greywater installer, you’ll need a mix of ecological landscaping or permaculture training and basic plumbing skills. Start by enrolling in programs like Bay Friendly Landscaping or...

Do I Need to Use Traps and Vents in Greywater Plumbing?

Do I Need to Use Traps and Vents in Greywater P...

TL;DR Most building codes require greywater to be diverted after a fixture’s P-trap and vent. However, in some cases it’s safe and functional to install the diverter before the P-trap,...

Do I Need to Use Traps and Vents in Greywater P...

TL;DR Most building codes require greywater to be diverted after a fixture’s P-trap and vent. However, in some cases it’s safe and functional to install the diverter before the P-trap,...