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Roberts construction & septic tank service
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Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They do great work, price is acceptable, get the job done in a timely matter. I really do think you need to give them a try if you need asphalt or septic tank jobs."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Well. Only problem was delay in response time after claim was filed online. Water tank started leaking Thanksgiving morning and no reply until I called the Regional Manager."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Susie Q's Septic Tank Pumping
5.0(
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Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Offers commercial services

Susie Q's Septic Tank Pumping is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started.

Response time50 mins
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Malcolm, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"I just pay $75 you never know who's going to come out. They do everything electrical. Just about everything is covered except the septic tank. I had an air conditioner replaced. It went great, all I had to do was pay for the freon. He didn't charge e more than what was needed."
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

You should pump your septic tank once every two to four years for a family of four, depending on your septic tank size. You should pump a 1,000-gallon septic tank every two years, while a 1,500-gallon tank should be pumped every four years. Water usage also affects how often you should pump your septic tank. If you notice slow drains, foul smells, or gurgling sounds from your drains, you should pump your septic tank as soon as possible.

Depending on the size and location of your septic tank repair job, you may want to let the septic pros finish before tackling other backyard work. However, in some cases, it’s not a bad idea to coordinate between your providers if the timing’s right and your septic repair pro says it’s safe to do so. For instance, if the septic repair work is happening in the fall, you might want to take advantage of the opportunity to prepare your backyard landscaping for winter , or in spring, start mulching the garden beds.

Normally, when your well pump turns on or off, you’ll hear a small click. This isn’t anything to worry about, but it can be a problem if it’s clicking continuously. This can indicate that the well pump is short cycling—the pump continuously turns on and off.

This can wear out the motor and provide uneven water flow. If this happens, you may need to get it looked at by a well pump professional to see if you need to repair the switch or pump.

The costs depend on whether you are buying into an existing well or starting from scratch. The average well drilling cost is between $25 and $60 per foot. The average cost to repair a well is between $350 and $1500. If you have a shared agreement and a community association, there will be additional legal and administrative fees. 

While abandoning a tank without treating it and following strict rules is illegal, there are several other ways to dispose of an old septic tank. One standard method is to pump out and crush the tank where it rests and bury it in the soil. Another is to remove it and transport it to a landfill. Finally, if abandonment is the best option, your contractor must pump out the tank and fill it with inert material, such as sand or concrete, depending on local regulations.

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