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Avatar for West Peak Builders, Inc.
West Peak Builders, Inc.
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Septic System - Repair

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Leo went out of his way to meet my concerns about cost, collaboration with my neighbor, and how the fence would look. He submitted multiple bids giving me options as to how to do it and at what cost. He tailored his approach to my needs. His team was easy to work with. The team worked quickly, efficiently, and throughly. The fence looks great!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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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."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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RSF Construction Inc.
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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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
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Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was great luck that Jason of J Drains was working on a job near my home and was able to come by after he finished that job to check my hot water heater. He fixed it right away because he spotted what was wrong quickly. Jason was very professional and polite. I recommend this company!"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Ortiz Plumbing and Drain Cleaning
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Serving Berkeley, 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."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Adolfo Plumbing - Unlicensed Contractor
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I live in a 120 yr old Victorian so the plumbing is far from being current. The clogged bathtub turned out a bit more than just a clog. Adolpho and his crew came back the next morning. In no time, they replaced the damaged pipe, and related items. As I am disabled I couldn't move the bins and other objects that blocked the basement ceiling access. They not only moved the boxes, they moved them back after they replaced the pipe. They also swept up the debris. They explained step by step what they were doing which was important to me. They were diligent, competent, and friendly. Forgot to mention, Adolpho Plumbing was very reasonable and competitive. If I need any plumbing services in the future, I will call on Aldolpho Plumbing again. TY again."
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Most septic tanks need to be emptied every 3 to 5 years, but it’s a good idea to monitor the fill levels of your septic tank all the time. You can do this by installing a pressure level sensor to detect the internal tank pressure, or by having a septic tank company perform an annual inspection to let you know when you’ll need to pump the tank.

Conventional anaerobic septic systems are the most cost-effective and least expensive type, with installation costs typically ranging from $3,000 to $8,000. For comparison, sand filter systems cost between $7,000 and $18,000, while mound systems are the most expensive at $10,000 to $20,000. Several factors influence the final price. The tank material is a key consideration; plastic tanks are the most budget-friendly option, starting around $2,900, but concrete and fiberglass tanks offer greater durability and longer life spans at a higher cost. The size of the tank also affects the price. For example, a 1,000-gallon tank costs between $900 and $1,500, whereas a larger 1,500-gallon tank costs $1,500 to $2,500.

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.

There are a lot of issues that can cause a septic tank to collapse. Those include failing to regularly pump or service it every three to five years, placing too much weight atop the system—by parking your car on top of it or because of a heavy snow buildup for instance—or because of structural damage done by overgrown tree roots.

Talking with a septic pro before planting trees near your tank is best to ensure the roots won’t interfere with your septic system. However, there is an easy way to figure out where to plant a tree—but you’ll need to know how tall it can get when it’s fully grown. For instance, if the tree can reach 50 feet, plant it at least 50 feet from your septic system.

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