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How to get rid of sewer roaches? They only come out in the summer and I see them on the front porch and in the garage. I haven't seen any in the house thankfully! They creep me out. They only come out at night and there big and fast. How can I get rid of them? ... (Asked by who..me)
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check for any leak or water dripping...like you said they are sewer roaches and they love humidity. They don't do very well inside any house and there is not much you can do about it, they are part of your environment....(Answered by lynda l)

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Question about sewer charges on my water bill? My water bill is $38, $12 of which is for water and $26 for sewer. What exactally are these sewer charges for? ... (Asked by Angela W)
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The sewer charges are a separate charge usually based on your water usage. They separate them so they can raise the rates independently of each other...(Answered by G G)

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Rural water and septic tank sewer vs city. What do we need to know before we buy a house in the country? Is there any downside or benefits to rural water and septic tank sewer? We're looking at a house in the country that has these features. ... (Asked by af)
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the ''down'' side to ''wellwater'' is heavy iron in the water making ''red stains'' in your sinks,tub/shower,washer, have the water ''tested'' before you buy any home that has wellwater and have the septic system checked out to see if it needs to be re-built(tank and drain field) If everything checks out good, than one good thing is no ''bill'' for water/sewer service....(Answered by The "Axeman" cometh)

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How much does a sewer assesment usualy cost in Michigan? I am looking to buy a house on a lake but it states buyer is responsiable for sewer assesment. What is this and how much does it usualy cost in southern Michigan? Thanks ... (Asked by jrk310)
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Figure about $100 give or take $25. Check local legislation. There are numerous parts of southern Michigan that are placing moraoreums on new Septic systems. And when they decide to ramp your neighborhood onto the local sewer system, you're going to be out $10 to 25k depending on how far a run from the sewer line to your house. Not to mention a dug up driveway or front yard....(Answered by firm_shake)

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Would you buy a house with two sewer manholes in the backyard? I was looking to buy a new house and found one that I liked when I discovered two sewer manholes covers in the backyard that lead to the sewer line. Is this a big deal or just a minor eyesore? ... (Asked by djbod2006)
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No way. What if the sewage company have to go in there to do maintenance and you are doing something in the backyard? Or: your kids manage to open it up and accidently fall in?...(Answered by Doing the Right Thing)

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How would granting a sewer easement through my property for an adjacent lot affect my property value? A builder has an adjacent 10+ acre site he wants to develop. He needs sewer access and my property is the best site to tie into the sewer system. I'm concerned allowing this easement will negatively affect my property value when I want to sell. ... (Asked by Captain Jack)
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Keep in mind, once you grant him an easement, he has the right to disturb your yard at any time the system fails and no longer needs your permission. Ever thought of selling your house? Now would be a good time! I think I have found a buyer and I'll only charge you 5%.Oh by the way, What was the developer's name again?...(Answered by Cosmo)

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What are your tips for the beginner sewer? I have a new sewing machine (singer) that I bought for myself last week as a Christmas present. I have pretty fabric in different colors and patterns. I know how to thread the bobbin and the needle. I also have two mannequins (pretty close to my size! I couldn't get them any closer to my size if I tried!). What are your tips for me? What are some helpful sewing websites that you know about? ... (Asked by zombie_princess_212006)
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My best recommendation is to go to the fabric store, and pick up a couple of patterns that will be easy to make. Most often, Simplicity brand has the easiest instructions. You might start by making yourself a new Christmas stocking. Or make an apron as a gift for your mother. These are both fairly easy projects that will give you a good feel for the machine, as well as learning the basics of cutting patterns and stitching things together. From there, get a pattern for something you'd like to see on yourself. I highly recommend that you ...(Answered by abfabmom1)

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What does sewer in street mean? I'm a city girl from the bay area and I'm considering a move up north towards Sacramento and I've been looking at real estate in the surrounding areas and it seems that in rural areas there are a lot of listings that say Sewer in Street. What does that exactly mean? I've looked around search engines but no one seems to have a definite answer for me. Help! ... (Asked by Sally)
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This means that your used water from your shower and kitchen would be running in the street sewer, like in open canal. In some rural areas this utilities are not developed well so that the sewer sometimes runs on the side of the street. Hope you got the picture....(Answered by mac)

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what is the drawbacks on using a lagoon as a sewer system, and is there another way to do this? I am looking at a log house and it has a greenhouse on the property, 17 acres and a detached garage with an extra barn for storage. It has well water and a lagoon for a sewer system. That is the only thing i am not sure about. Serious answers only please. ... (Asked by cprucka)
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The smell and make sure the well is at least 150 feet away from the septic ....(Answered by Excavating & Drilling)

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Is it possible to turn off the sewer without turning off the water? This company claiming to be our sewer provider said they turned off our sewer, but its not our water company. ... (Asked by toneks83)
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Yes, it is possible. They would put a large inflatable plug in the sewer line outside your property line. Possible, but not probable. I have never heard of an arrangment where you have a sewer provider that is separate from your water provider. What city/state do you live in? Sounds like an internet scam to get you to pay for something....(Answered by amesr_57)

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