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Q: What size submersible well pump do I need?

• <div><p>To determine the right size for your submersible well pump, find your well depth, water demand, and well casing diameter. The pump should match your well's specifications and meet or exceed your drawdown and pressure requirements. </p><p>For precise sizing, make sure to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-size-well-pump-do-i-need.htm">research the different well pump sizes</a>, consult the manufacturer's recommendations, or seek guidance from a professional well pump installer. </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: Is well water safe to drink?

• <div><p>With regular testing, treatment, and maintenance, water from a community well should be safe to drink. Unfortunately, the EPA does not regulate private wells, and contamination can happen. </p><p>If you have doubts about the quality and safety of your drinking water, you have options for testing. You can pick up kits from your local home supply store or harvest samples and send them to a local testing facility. To get the most complete water quality testing and system diagnosis, seek a local well professional. They know what to test for and can recommend and implement a longer-lasting solution.</p></div>

Q: How deep should a septic drain field be?

• <div><p>The ideal depth of a septic drain field is <b>18 to 36 inches</b> below the surface. The trenches must be deep enough to allow proper wastewater distribution and filtration while remaining shallow enough for oxygen to reach the soil, promoting bacterial activity that helps break down contaminants. In areas with high groundwater or poor drainage, shallower systems like mound drain fields may be required.</p></div>

Q: How often do you need to empty a septic tank?

• <div><p>Most households will need to pump their septic tank every three to five years. If you have a smaller tank or more people living in your home, you&rsquo;ll likely be on the lower end of this spectrum (with less time between pumpings)&mdash;and vice versa if you have a bigger tank or live alone. On average, a professional septic tank pump costs $400.</p></div>

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Last update on January 15, 2026

Reviewed in May 2025
Great work on kitchen sink, water tank replaced a few shower fixes.
Parker Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2025
I had a terrible experience with a previous van conversion company, but Cody Kane truly turned things around for my mobile hair salon. He identified and resolved all the code violations from the previous work and replaced the faulty electrical system with an efficient EcoFlow setup. Cody also...
KANE SOLUTIONS LLC dba KANE ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS
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Reviewed in July 2024
My project started with needing to have a septic tank pumped. The pumper recommended I have bigger risers installed as he was unable to do a good job and get into the corners with the 6 inch risers that were installed. The pumper attempted to do a clean out and noticed the water not moving well...
NAYLOR PLUMBING LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Prompt response and provided professional suggestions. They kept their promise for starting the project on time and completed the work ahead of schedule. During the project, both Brandon and Oz showed up to ensure the progress and the quality of the work. We are happy with choosing Encore...
Encore Builders, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2023
Professional Highly knowledgeable Friendly Highly willing to meet the needs of the customer and accommodate The customers time schedule! Matthew was excellent!!
Highsmith & Daughters Plumbing
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Reviewed in June 2021
Geremi and his team are excellent, very efficient and professional. They replaced my 75 Gal water heater, installed a pressure tank, and drain pan , a shut off valve and did water pressure adjustment and obtained a city permit. He provided itemized , reasonable task cost and explained well. I ...
G M C Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2019
Did a great job. Manufacturer recommended replacing all the internal workings of the toilets to stop the tank from leaking into the bowl, which would of cost about $300. Red Hat suggested just replacing the flappers which they did. That resolved the problem for less than $100.
Red Hat Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2017
Great. They swooped it and were all over the place like an army. In and out in 4 hours.
BLANCA'S HOUSECLEANING SVC
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Reviewed in July 2011
The first crew arrived at about 10am and the second crew arrived mid-afternoon. By 3 or 4 pm, they had finally finished packing and loading up the truck. Earlier, we were advised to hurry to our local Home Depot to purchase 40 boxes and 10 tapes as using their supplies would be much more...
Prodigy Moving & Storage
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