One of the most important things about a septic system was already mentioned
here. NO disposal in the kitchen, and NO laundry drain into it. (if you're
using a water efficient front loader, this is less of a problem) And while
your at it with the dry well, put the dishwasher and shower into it also.
And big water user loads off the septic are better. BUT, with all that
said, with just two people in the house, you probably won't have to worry
about any of that unless you have a marginal system already.

--
Steve Barker

"Dan" wrote in message
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My wife & I are considering buying a house with a septic tank. I have
never lived in a property that had such a system, but have always heard
they can be troublesome (most things can, I guess). System is described
by MLS as "Two bedroom septic", which I gather indicates its capacity. If
anyone can give me some feedback on just how problematic septic systems
can be, any questions I might ask the realtor when we see the house for
the 1st time (he probably won't KNOW, but at least I'LL look like I DO
;-), any other general comments on septics, etc. There would be just the
2 of us living in the house, which is located in the Seattle area.

TIA

Dan