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Many people use the terms holding tank and septic tank interchangeably. While both are sanitation systems, various differences exist between them. Both types of tanks collect wastewater from the house but each handles this effluent in a distinct way.
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How Septic Systems Work
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Underground Holding Tank Installation Instructions
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Tankless or Demand-Type Water Heaters
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