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Superior Septic Pumping Service
4.4(
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When our septic pump stopped working I called Superior Septic. Angel came out and figured out the complicated problem that could have eluded someone with less experience, and skill. I am impressed with how fast he fixed our pump. I highly recommend him and his company."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Sanitary Solutions Corp.
5.0(
3
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

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We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

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M P Excavating & Engineering
4.5(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ultimately happy with the end result and fair price for our 30ft sewer lateral replacement. Miguel was professional, friendly, and hardworking. However, communication was a bit spotty and we had follow up many times (I understand this is the busy season, though). Also, it was unclear if we were supposed to call 811; we assumed he would, but didn't, and this was an issue as the water line was hit during construction and the city had to come to shut it off on the whole street. It was handled quickly, but would have been avoidable. The project ended up taking much more time than expected, but it was completed in a day, as promised. I would recommend him, but you should be diligent and responsible yourself to make sure all the right steps are being taken."
Large drainage project
Large drainage project
Large drainage project
Large drainage project
Large drainage project

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
JOHN MOUNTAIN
5.0(
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"John was very helpful and professional. His crew was polite and experienced. He fixed our drainage/ leakage problem completely. We were very happy with his work."
Response time10 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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PEREZPLUMBING
5.0(
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jesus Perez came right away on a Saturday to fix a leak that had been occurring underneath our kitchen sink. He was professional, polite and proficient! He had it fixed quickly. His rates are great. And he warranties the work. As new homeowners we are so glad to have Jesus as our official go to for any future plumbing needs."
Septic tank pump out
Septic tank pump out
Kitchen sink install
Kitchen sink install
Kitchen sink install

+7

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Bowen Plumbing
4.4(
8
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Septic System - RepairSeptic System - Repair - For Business

Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a leak in a pipe in the radiant heating pipes in the slab under my house. James was able to isolate the leak and re plumb my system without cutting a hole in the slab. He and his crew did some great creative plumbing that took care of the leak and separated the unused radiant system from my household plumbing and they even installed a new tankless heater in a single days work.. I recommend James and Bowen Plumbing without reservation. They are the Best!"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Sanitary Solutions Corp
5.0(
3
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business+3 more

Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They are family owned and operated. Jorge was very friendly and professional, and did everything to help. They even moved the tops of the tanks that must have been over a hundred pounds to a different location and installed Risers. We had to find where the septic tanks were, and what type of tanks, and what was needed to bring the tanks up to code. So we can sell the property. We would recommend them to anyone."
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

You can cover a septic tank riser with dirt, but it’s not always the best idea. If you have a plastic riser and you bury it, you can easily lose track of it since you won’t be able to find it with a metal detector. Make sure to clearly note where your rise is in your yard so that you’re able to access it easily the next time you or a septic pro needs it. Don’t bury the cover too deep or you could place too much stress on it and make it too difficult to access in the future.

Concrete septic tank risers are heavier and more durable than plastic or fiberglass ones, making them suitable for long-term use. Installing a concrete riser differs from installing plastic or fiberglass risers primarily in the materials and methods used. The process involves cutting the concrete risers to the required length and then stacking them, using concrete sealant or adhesive between sections for secure attachment. Due to their weight, extra care is necessary during leveling and the attachment of sections. Concrete sealant or adhesive may also require a curing before the riser is ready for use.

A gurgling toilet usually doesn’t mean that your septic tank is full. If waste can’t drain into a full septic tank, you’ll see water and sewage backing up into your fixtures, but the air that causes gurgling is a result of poor venting. You are more likely to have a clog in your vent stack or a damaged air admittance valve.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

A septic tank lid is often 1 foot underground, but it could be just 4 inches from the surface or 4 feet deep. For septic tank lids that are closer to the surface, you’ll have an easier time locating them just by looking for signs in the yard or using a metal probe. But for septic tanks that are buried deeper underground, you’ll need to hire a pro with specialized equipment to track down the lid without risk of damaging utility lines.

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