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    May 5, 2015, 06:58 AM
    How do I get rid of sewer flies?
    How do I get rid of the colony of sewer flies in my yard and coming from around the septic area?
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    May 5, 2015, 09:00 AM
    If you have sewer flies in your yard above your septic field there is a very strong chance your field is failing. How long since your tank has been pumped?

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