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Q: What does having a well mean?

• <div><p>Having a well means that a household&rsquo;s water supply, including water that comes through faucets, showerheads, and appliances, is supplied through a private source rather than from a city. The well pulls fresh water from an underground water supply, such as an aquifer, and the well pump pushes the water from the well to your household.</p></div>

Q: How much does a well pump pressure tank setup cost?

• <div><p>A new water <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-cost-replace-well-pressure-tank.htm">well pressure tank costs</a> <b>$300 to $500.</b> If you choose to hire a plumber for the job, expect labor to cost <b>$125 to $200.</b> If the tank is difficult to access, labor will cost more. Diaphragm and bladder well pressure tanks have similar costs. One-compartment well pressure tanks are less costly, but they have a higher chance of waterlogging. Larger pressure tanks cost more and hold more water, but they don&rsquo;t increase water pressure. </p></div>

Q: What is the standard depth of a septic tank?

• <div><p>Trick question: There is no standard depth! Your septic tank may be buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet below the surface of the earth, depending on factors like the height of the bedrock in your area and how far from your home the septic tank is located. If you&rsquo;re not sure where your septic tank is located, a professional can help you find it.</p></div>

Q: Is septic smell harmful?

• <div><p>A septic smell may be harmful because <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/is-sewer-gas-dangerous.htm">sewer gas is dangerous</a> depending on the exposure amount and length of time. Sewer gas is made up of multiple gases, including hydrogen sulfide, methane, ammonia, and carbon dioxide. Some of these gases, like hydrogen sulfide and ammonia, are toxic to humans and can be fatal in high concentrations or long exposures.</p></div>

Q: What is the life expectancy of a drain field?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re maintaining your septic system, your drain field should last around 20 years. However, it&rsquo;s important to get it inspected every two to five years to help your system last as long as possible and make sure it&rsquo;s in safe, working order. Contact a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/septic-maintenance/">septic maintenance company in your area</a> for a quote.</p></div>

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Last update on January 08, 2026

Reviewed in March 2025
Fast, reliable service! Our old tank water heater was replaced quickly, and the new one works perfectly. Honest pricing and great customer service from Calibar Plumbing
CALIBAR PLUMBING INC
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Reviewed in March 2022
The original consultation was done within 3 days of my call about a very loud noise and severe vibration from the heater. After looking into the interior Dennis found it was choked with lint and was starting to leak, both caused by aging. He gave me quotes for repairing as well as replacement....
USA Water Heaters - Installation & Repair
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Reviewed in March 2022
Very professional and detail oriented. The painters were polite and accommodating. They worked with us to complete the work while we stayed in the home. We would highly recommend this company for your painting needs.
Forest Painting
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Reviewed in March 2022
I was hoping the issue was just a pilot light. Turned out there was a crack as evidenced by water in the water pan. I was happily surprised they had a replacement on the truck. It was also still under warranty. However, somehow the final price was almost as much as when I installed the last...
Fast Water Heater Company
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Reviewed in February 2022
The owner was great, the service was great, I already referred them to my neighbor, and Liquid Plumbing took great care of them also......Steve the service guy was great fast and efficient, great guy.
Liquid Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2021
Would highly recommend Drain Town Rooter to anyone. May be a funky company name but they did a great job on my Tankless water heater install. Ryan was excellent and even came back after I removed the old tank box/stand, had some drywall repair and painting done, to re-route the pressure relief...
Drain Town Rooter
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Reviewed in May 2020
Ismael was professional, kind, and fair. He built my walls quickly and efficiently and the quality is great. Highly recommend hiring him.
GI Masonry
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Reviewed in July 2019
The expansion tank for my water heater ruptured and caused flooding in my garage. Within 5 mins of putting in my request through HomeAdvisor, I was contacted by DeGennaro Plumbing and help was on the way. The plumber, Mike, arrived within 20 - 25 mins. He examined the problem, explained what...
Degennaro Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2019
Woke up for work and noticed a leak from the water heater. I was quoted $1500 over phone for a 50 gallon tank. Technician showed up on time and quoted me a charge of $1650. I informed him that the person on the phone quoted me $1500, he mentioned that I needed an additional overflow pipe and a...
Water Heaters Only, Inc
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Reviewed in February 2018
In December, our water bill was suddenly about 8 times what it usually is, and my husband had been saying that he could hear water running when the house got quiet at night. We did a preliminary check and could find no obvious problems. But by Christmas week, my husband was noticing the problem...
Acme Leak Detection Inc
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