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All American Plumbing & Drain
5.0(
126
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Felix and his brother showed up in the morning after the leak was discovered, on time, and took care of the problem. They had to open the slab some of the drywall and replace the pipe. They did a great job and had everything ready to go for Christmas Eve dinner. Hot water for showers and cooking/clean up. Friendly and informative too."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All American Plumbing & Drain
5.0(
16
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything was done on the same day. Felix explained everything in detail about the work that he would perform to fix the problem. He arrived on the time that he promised. His work was thorough and clean. I will definitely consider him again should there be any plumbing issues in the future"
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Affordable Construction Services
4.8(
22
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Danny did an outstanding job on replacing our septic system. We weren’t looking forward to having it done, however Danny made this process very easy for us. Danny did flawless work and had it done a lot sooner than we expected. He took the time to explain the process of replacing the septic system, answered all our questions and addressed any concerns we had. Danny not only does tremendous work, but he is an honest and good guy. I would recommend him for sure if you need to hire a contractor for some work."
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.4(
80
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was our first experience using Wighton’s and it won’t be the last. Aaron was very professional and very nice to work with. Our air conditioner stopped working and he was able to fix it and did some maintenance work on the unit also. He also pointed out that we needed to replace the air filter which services our hvac system, which we were grateful that he did because we had never had it changed out with a new one and it was long overdue. We signed up for their maintenance program so that our ac/heating will be inspected and maintained on a regular basis. We are very happy with his work and highly recommend Wighton’s!"
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Installing brand new and high efficiency units

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DrainMasters
4.0(
110
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had to have sewer drain pipes under my slab foundation replaced. I got quotes from two vendors and chose Drain Masters as they understood the effort needed and provided reasonable options using newer techniques to cut down the cost. Felix was the lead for my project and did a great job. He was very communicative and managed his team and the project well. There was a follow on fix needed which they identified when doing a final check. I would not have ever noticed it but they did and took care of it quickly. I highly recommend."
Drain Masters Truck
Response time3 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our landscaping in Menlo Park needed a complete refresh. The team replaced thirsty plants with drought-tolerant options that still provide plenty of color and curb appeal. We're using much less water without sacrificing appearance."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
Martin's Rooter & Plumbing
4.6(
97
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My elderly mother had a blocked drain line, and she hired a different rooter service to fix it. The contractor said her septic tank needed to be pumped out - after pumping, he said the septic tank was cracked needed to be replaced at a cost of $38,000!! He then proceeded to dig up the back yard. As soon as I learned about this, I fired the contractor and contacted Martin - he came to the house in a couple of hours and inspected the tank and system. There was nothing wrong with the tank - he repaired some broken lines, replaced a line, got the tank back on line and backfilled the yard for $2500. Very nice to work with a pro and I would definitely recommend him."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cen Cal Plumbing and Rooter, LLC
5.0(
6
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Septic System - Repair

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Austin helped us with all of our plumbing for our new home build. He was very knowledgeable about new plumbing systems as well as connecting to the existing septic system and water lines. Very professional, always on time and responded to all of our needs and requests ASAP. Doesnâ t hesitate to tell you what wonâ t work but offered suggestions and ideas that met our needs. HIGHLY recommend"
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Richco Plumbing Inc
4.6(
107
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Montecito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt arrival. Knew what he was doing. Brought the proper filter plus an extra unit for us to have on hand when the unit needs replacement. Neat worker, cleaned up carefully and completely.
We have used this plumbing service for over 25 years. Would not change to an unknown or untried service. 
We were not charged for the standby replacement filter as a courtesy for our patience in cross communications.

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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks FAQs, answered by experts

The water refills in a well through gravity that draws water from the water table to fill the vertical hole. The pump brings the fresh water through a pressure tank and to the pipes in your house. The well continues to refill indefinitely as long as you don’t use more water than the well is producing.

The disadvantages of having a well include more maintenance, like annual testing and inspections, and high up-front costs to drill a well. Well water is also vulnerable to contamination, which is why keeping up with testing is important if you own a well. When it comes to well water versus city water, well water does offer more independence and is a reliable water source.

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. 

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’ll know the bottle has reached your static water level. This will give you an approximate idea of your well’s depth.

For homes with a septic tank, harsh chemicals like those found in drain cleaner or bleach aren’t recommended. Some chemical drain cleaners can disrupt the balance of bacteria in the septic tank or damage your pipes. For homes with a septic tank, you can choose drain cleaners specifically formulated for use with septic tanks or go with a drain snake. When in doubt, make sure you know who to call for a clogged drain. 

When a septic tank is full, it needs to be professionally pumped. The average cost of a one-time septic tank pump is about $400, or $0.30 per gallon. If your septic tank is full, you may notice that you have issues flushing your toilet, pipes are draining very slowly, or you have a sewage smell lingering in your home or yard.

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