Best septic tank pros near Alameda, CA

Q: How do I know if my septic drain field is bad?

• <div><p>There are a few signs that you might notice if your drain field is bad. For starters, if you see standing water or soggy grass above your drain field, it could mean that it isn&rsquo;t working correctly. Or, if your yard smells like sewage, it could also indicate that there&rsquo;s a problem with your drain field. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-new-drain-fields-foot.htm">Repairing a drain field</a> costs an average of <b>$2,000 to $15,000</b>.</p></div>

Q: How do I choose the right septic system for my property?

• <div><p>Consider site conditions, soil type, required capacity, and system designs compatible with environmental protection regulations.</p></div>

Q: What are the pros and cons of buying a house with a septic tank?

• <div><p>Saving money on property taxes and having direct control over your waste system are both pros when buying a house with a septic tank. However, it&rsquo;s easier on the house and the yard if a home can be hooked up to a municipal system, which is why septic tanks are best for homes where that isn&rsquo;t an option. Expensive repairs, potential odor issues, and regular maintenance are all cons of septic systems. </p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a septic system and a mound system?

• <div><p>The main difference between a mound septic system and a conventional one is that the drain field in a mound system is built up into a mound composed of sand and gravel to increase the filtration time the wastewater sees before it is returned to the aquifer. There&rsquo;s also a significant cost difference, with mound systems typically costing far more than standard septic systems.</p></div>

Q: How big should a drain field be for my home’s septic system?

• <div><p>The size of your septic tank plays a role in determining the proper size of the drain or leach field. As a general rule, you should have 1 square foot of drain field size per gallon of septic tank capacity. However, you could install a leach field that&rsquo;s as much as 2.5 square feet per gallon of septic tank capacity. Most professionals determine the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-big-is-septic-tank.htm">right septic tank size</a> and drain field size by the number of bedrooms in the house. A three-bedroom house needs a minimum 1,000-gallon septic tank, for example.</p></div>

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Last update on January 17, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
Tony Rodrigues of Tankless Plumbing Solutions installed my system. The installation went very smoothly. Tony helped me select a tankless system suitable for my home and family needs. The installation went very smoothly and on time. I had it installed in my 2-story home and it’s definitely a...
Tankless Plumbing Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2019
My wife and I bought a house a couple years ago, and became owners of a radiant heating systems installed more than 20 years ago. Tony and Damian did a great job of understanding how my radiant heating system works, what repairs were needed/what was failing, and where upgrades were needed. They...
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
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Reviewed in February 2019
Service was Excellent, he installed a tank less water heater and fix gas pipe going to dryer, moreover; gave my son and I in-service on how to do the annual tank less heater, water flush. He also called the next day to see how everything was going. If ever I had a question he was always a phone...
H K & S Plumbing Co.
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Reviewed in March 2018
Danny was entirely professional; he was on time, polite and he educated me. He taught me the very real possibility that the antique toilet that had come with the condo I had recently purchased was in very real danger of overflowing. Having just experienced that drama via the tank overflowing, I...
Oak Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in July 2016
Overall very well; Paul (the owner) arrived to provide an estimate and began the work that same day. He rearranged his team's schedule to complete the job the following day. Service included removal and disposal of my old tank, install of a water pressure regulator, and running of gas and...
Big Blue Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2014
Pelican was great to work with. They gave us an estimate via email very quickly and answered our questions. They were not the cheapest estimate we got but they definitely were not the highest and they were very easy to deal with. The job took them about a week and when there was an issue with...
Pelican Plumbers
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Reviewed in May 2013
From the first telephone call, I felt service was important. Arrangements were made for Anthony to arrive later in the evening after I was home from work. He was held up on a job, but his associate called to let me know and we rescheduled. <br /> The next time, within a couple of days, Anthony...
AKK Builders Plumbing & Water Heaters
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Reviewed in August 2012
The sub-contractor who came out and did the work was excellent, very efficient and did the job in one day. As they were bidding, they were fine. However, their promotions promised a tank less water heater with the installation. They simply didn't deliver; I discussed it with the company after...
REPIPE SPECIALIST INC
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Reviewed in May 2011
I was sent there because all the other plumbing supply stores and big wholesalers said Moran would have my part. They did not have my gasket, and they would not rush order it. However the gasket was available in toilet kits which they had in stock. I purchased the toilet from a reputable...
Moran Supply Inc
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Reviewed in March 2010
The estimate was the highest we got, but the most accurate in terms of what we had, and the people were really nice, so we hired them. The estimated weight of our stuff turned out to be low, but they stuck to the quoted rate, so we got a good deal anyway. The moving team was great, with a very...
Suddath Relocation Systems of Texas, Inc.
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Top-Rated Septic tank pros in Alameda - Updated Nov 2026

Nathan's Plumbing INC

4.5(

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Septic System - RepairSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Great experience with this plumbing company! They did the plumbing for my garage conversion into an ADU. They were professional, reliable, clean, and finished everything on time. Their pricing was competitive and the quality of their work was excellent. I would definitely recommend them!"

158 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by25%of homeowners

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TRIO Heating, Air & Plumbing

5.0(

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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called Trio Heating on a late Friday afternoon and they sent out two technicians (Jose & Dallin) the next morning to fix a gas heater that would not turn on. Their communication from beginning to end was great. They sent me a text 45 minutes before their arrival time and I was able to track their ETA which was extremely helpful. They explained to me what the issue was. I was able to run out and buy a new thermostat for them to install. They did a great job, cleaned everything up and put everything back together. They also typed up everything they worked on and took multiple detailed photos of the unit and emailed 10 minutes after they left. I think what they charged was extremely reasonable for the quality of work. I really appreciated not being charged a higher fee for coming out on a weekend. Will definitely use them again for my HVAC needs!"

Heating & Air Conditioning Installations

+101

Response time4 hrs

Response rate93%

10 neighbors recently requested a quote

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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.7(

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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again."

Response time6 hrs

Recommended by17%of homeowners

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Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

4.1(

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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ariel was great in explaininf the process to me and Omar and Ivan were very beat an kept me informed on what was happening. A love my beautiful bathroom."

Response time5 days

Recommended by77%of homeowners

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Raya Engineering

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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+1 more

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at Raya Engineering, we sustain our company on the principal that our customers come first. We offer services that are tailored to your needs and we're ready to show you what our experience can bring to your project! Call us today!

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RSF Construction Inc.

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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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J Drains Rooter Service

4.8(

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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great Jason is awesome got the job done quick n havent had a problem since thanx J Drains"

Recommended by91%of homeowners

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Ortiz Plumbing and Drain Cleaning

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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Ortiz and his crew provided us courteous, professional service. Workmanship and supplies used were high quality. He demonstrated good communication skills, responsiveness, and cleanliness. We highly recommend his company for your plumbing needs."

+67

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went extremely fast and easy. Drain clogged for a week no matter what I tried. Uriel came about 10 minutes after the phone call, and was out 10 minutes later. Mask on, and made sure he made no mess. Would highly recommend!"

+23

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Ybarra Professional Builders

4.6(

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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Alameda, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great work Ybarra! 10/10 on the finished project. Customer service was right at par with the quality of workmanship. Any concerns I had were answered and the small hiccup at the end was fixed same day. Single level flooring replacement took 2 days in total. Amazing work Mike!"

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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Septic Tanks FAQs, answered by experts

There are a few signs that you might notice if your drain field is bad. For starters, if you see standing water or soggy grass above your drain field, it could mean that it isn’t working correctly. Or, if your yard smells like sewage, it could also indicate that there’s a problem with your drain field. Repairing a drain field costs an average of $2,000 to $15,000.

Consider site conditions, soil type, required capacity, and system designs compatible with environmental protection regulations.

Saving money on property taxes and having direct control over your waste system are both pros when buying a house with a septic tank. However, it’s easier on the house and the yard if a home can be hooked up to a municipal system, which is why septic tanks are best for homes where that isn’t an option. Expensive repairs, potential odor issues, and regular maintenance are all cons of septic systems.

The main difference between a mound septic system and a conventional one is that the drain field in a mound system is built up into a mound composed of sand and gravel to increase the filtration time the wastewater sees before it is returned to the aquifer. There’s also a significant cost difference, with mound systems typically costing far more than standard septic systems.

The size of your septic tank plays a role in determining the proper size of the drain or leach field. As a general rule, you should have 1 square foot of drain field size per gallon of septic tank capacity. However, you could install a leach field that’s as much as 2.5 square feet per gallon of septic tank capacity. Most professionals determine the right septic tank size and drain field size by the number of bedrooms in the house. A three-bedroom house needs a minimum 1,000-gallon septic tank, for example.

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