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What is the difference between a septic and a leach field?
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The main difference between a septic system and a leach field is that in a septic system, waste from the home or building is filtered through soil before entering the groundwater, whereas in a leach field, waste from the home or building enters the groundwater directly. Additionally, in a septic system, the waste is treated with bacteria to break down solids before it enters the soil, while in a leach field, the waste remains untreated and can potentially pollute groundwater.