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Avatar for All Good Plumbing and Drains
All Good Plumbing and Drains
4.9(
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian came out to my place on short notice, within hours, and repaired my annoying running toilet. He had the part with him and had the toilet fixed in minutes. I will be using this company for future repairs. His price was awesome, too."
Pulling out massive roots
Tankless water heater
Tankless water heater
Sewer camera and locater
Sewer machine

+13

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GSW Pumping LLC
5.0(
23
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn't be happier with the service I received! From the moment I called, everyone was professional, friendly, and incredibly helpful. The crew arrived on time, explained everything they were doing, and made the entire septic clean-out process quick and stress free. They were honest, respectful of my property, and left everything clean when they were finished. It's hard to find companies these days that truly care about their customers, but this team went above and beyond. Their customer service and work ethic were outstanding. I highly recommend them to anyone needing septic services. I'll definitely be using them again in the future. Thank you for such an amazing experience!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RVC Pumping & Septic LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

RVC Pumping & Septic is a family-owned local business dedicated to helping homeowners maintain healthy septic systems with dependable service, transparent pricing, and exceptional customer care.

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JAG EXCAVATING & PAVING
5.0(
3
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your home renovation project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today!

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Profound Plumbing
5.0(
5
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Pump And Septic
4.7(
3
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

American Pump and Septic has been in business since 2005. Here for all your septic pumping needs. We love what we do! Best Price in El Dorado County. Owner operated, get it done right the first time!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Walter Adams Plumbing
4.8(
5
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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Response time30 mins
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Modern septic tanks have two lids: one that covers the inlet where wastewater flows into the tank and one that covers the outlet where the treated water flows out to the drain field. However, older septic tanks installed before 1975 may have only one lid. Because septic tanks last 20 to 40 years, if yours only has one lid, it may be time for a replacement.

A mound septic system, when properly maintained, can last between 20 and 25 years on average—though some last longer or malfunction sooner than that. The most important part of maintenance is getting an annual inspection of the vital parts of the system to ensure they’re in proper working order and not too backed up with sewage.

Most septic tanks can handle two to three loads of laundry per day, or a weekly total of between seven and 10 loads. Although septic systems do require homeowners to be somewhat careful with their plumbing systems—for instance, it’s not a good idea to flush a bunch of toilet paper all at once—they can still handle fairly heavy use.

Yes, septic tank companies must be licensed in most states and municipalities to perform services like installation, alteration, repair, and pumping. Since laws vary by location, it's crucial to check local requirements.

Hiring an unlicensed professional can lead to poor work, code violations, and significant fines. Always verify that your chosen company is properly licensed and fully insured to avoid liability. You can use tools like Angi’s contractor licensing search to check a pro's credentials.

It's also helpful to understand the difference between licensing and certification. A license is a legal requirement to operate, while certifications are voluntary. Credentials like the “Angi Approved” badge indicate that a business meets extra standards, such as passing a background check and maintaining a high rating.

The pressure in a well pressure tank should be set 2 to 3 PSI below the pump's cut-on pressure. The cut-on pressure is the lower number in the pressure setting (e.g., the '30' in 30/50 PSI) and is the point at which the pump starts. The cut-out pressure is the higher number, where the pump stops.

For example:

  • If your pressure switch is set to 30/50 PSI, the tank pressure should be 27-28 PSI.

  • If your pressure switch is set to 40/60 PSI, the tank pressure should be 38 PSI.

Common pressure settings for household applications include 20/40, 30/50, and 40/60 PSI. The difference between the cut-on and cut-out pressure is typically 20 PSI.

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