Country & cottage water systems : a complete out of the city guide to on site water & sewage systems including pumps plumbing water purification & alternative toilets Packed with solid easy to understand advice and clear detailed illustrations this book takes the mystery out of rural water systems and their components. Whether planning a new system or updating expanding or fixing an existing one the ideas and solutions are all here. The book includes tips for do it yourselfers and guidance for those hiring a professional on a variety of topics including: *Methods for testing water *Making water safe to drink *Choosing the right pump *Dealing with environmental issues and legal concerns *Planning a systems connections *Types of wells and how to dig a new one or revitalize an old one *Understanding and installing waste systems *Troubleshooting septic systems *How to reduce a septic systems footprint *The pros and cons of alternative toilets *How to build an outhouse *Getting rid of gray water *How to keep pipes from freezing in winter *How to winterize a seasonal water system for easy spring start up