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Q: Do I need a permit for septic tank installation and pumping?

• <div><p>All municipalities in the U.S. require a permit for septic tank installation or septic system alteration, and the permit will usually cost between <b>$450 and $2,500</b>. Some municipalities also require permits for septic system repair. You&rsquo;ll either need to contact your local building department or your septic tank company to ask if this is necessary before carrying out the work. Permits are not typically required to have your septic tank pumped, so provided your septic company is licensed, you can move forward with the work as needed.</p></div>

Q: Who installs well pumps?

• <div><p>Call a dedicated well and pump professional to install your new well pump. In some cases, plumbers may have the experience needed for the installation, but it&rsquo;s always better to go with a specialized pro. Well and pump contractors have hundreds of hours of experience with all different types of wells and pumps. </p></div>

Q: How do I know how deep my well is?

• <div><p>There are a couple of ways you can determine the depth of your well. One method is to use a device called a well sounder. This tool has a long measuring tape containing a sensor to alert you once the end reaches the water. </p><p>Or you can DIY it by using a long tape measure with a half-filled bottle of water attached to it. Lower the tape measure into your well. Once you feel tension on the tape, you&rsquo;ll know the bottle has reached your static water level. This will give you an approximate idea of your well&rsquo;s depth.</p></div>

Q: What can I add to my septic tank to speed up decomposition?

• <div><p>You can add three rotten tomatoes or 1/4 ounce of yeast to your septic tank to speed up the decomposition of sludge. You can add the tomatoes by way of your garbage disposal and the yeast by way of your toilet. You can do either of these additives once every three months as needed.</p></div>

Q: How long does a well pump and pressure tank last?

• <div><p>With regular servicing and general upkeep, both a well pump and pressure tank can last for years. The average lifespan of a well pump is around eight to 15 years. A well pressure tank can last from seven to 10 years. How long a well pump and pressure tank lasts also depends on a variety of factors such as type, size, material, and brand.</p></div>

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Last update on January 09, 2026

Reviewed in June 2021
Geremi responded to a call during a family holiday and was wiling to come right away - we found a compromise on timing. He fixed a clogged toilet (I worked on it all day!) in just minutes. While he was here I asked him to replace the flush mechanism in the tank. All is well in my one and only...
G M C Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2019
I spoke on the phone with roughly 10 plumbing contractors for this job (sourced through Home Advisor, NextDoor, Yelp, and personal recommendations), and had 4 come out to my house to quote the work. The work included numerous plumbing tasks, largest of which was replacing our tanked water heater...
Clubs Plumbing, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2019
Had an old water heater that was about to explode and called Ford. They came out, scoped the work, and got me hooked up with a waterless for about as much as it would cost to replace a new tank. They took care of the meter, the tank, the piping, the everything, and even threw in some new...
Ford's Plumbing and Heating
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Reviewed in March 2018
Punctual, professionalism and high quality service
A & G Electric Company
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Reviewed in November 2016
The job required custom fit for odd size windows. William took the time to consider all options for the best results. All who came to work on the job were professional, and friendly. They did an excellent job. I highly recommend their work and products.
The Floor Center
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Reviewed in August 2016
I had a "lazy toilet" problem and expected the plumber to identify the problem and fix it. Instead, after checking the drain with a snake, the plumber recommended to replace the whole toilet bowl and the tank. For his service he charged me $60. I called another plumber. He replaced the flapper...
City Wide Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2014
They had to come twice, but that was because they couldn't fix the Kohler kitchen faucet from the 90s. He would need specific parts he wasn't sure he could get. I went and got a new faucet and they returned two days later to install it. They fixed 4 or 5 leaking outdoor spigots and swapped...
Darryll Livermore Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2014
My experience went very well. The staff was professional and knowledgeable in their field. I would recommend this company to others.
HAAKENSON DEVELOPMENT
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Reviewed in July 2011
Overall we are very happy with the work done and the technician who performed the work. We are not happy with our scheduling experience. Because of the scheduler's incompetence we slept poorly for another hot night, and I was late to my meeting, over an hour late, the next day. Had the...
Brody-Pennell Heating and AC
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Reviewed in November 2009
Called Benitez Wrought Iron to estimate my job. Oscar came by on the time agreed and looked at the job. Once he understood what needed to be done, he gave me a written quote. I approved the job and gave Oscar a deposit. He said the job would be completed a week later on the following Wednesday....
Benitez Wrought Iron Inc
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