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Avatar for Wighton's Electric Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
Wighton's Electric Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
4.5(
127
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+1 more

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Markos was responsive in answering my requests. He took time to listen and interact with me regarding my Septic Tank repair/replacement. He answered my phone calls and took time to listen and answer my questions. He is a great representative!"
Home Repipe
Home Repipe
Water Heater
Water Heater
AC System Installation

+1

Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%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 Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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They were on time, professional, and had our new heater up and running with just the two scheduled visits. I will certainly use them again when we are ready to have our air conditioner replaced.


I would like to add that we received a call telling us that they would like to come out and take care of a scheduled inspection and service  of our air-conditioner. I told them that I hadn't scheduled that and was then informed that it was complimentary. I scheduled a 7am appointment so that I could leave for work on time. The Tech showed up on time, inspected, cleaned, and serviced our air-conditioner within the time frame that was promised. I was able to get to work on time and the air conditioner is working wonderfully. I have seen a couple of reviews that state they are a bit high priced but I find that you truly get what you pay for. Our heater was wonderful this last winter and the complimentary cleaning and servicing of our air conditioner was just an added bonus. Once again I would very highly recommend them.

  Feb-2016  New update for this wonderful company. We had a complimentary heater inspection and check-up and once again they were able to accommodate my work schedule. They came out early, checked and cleaned, replaced the filter, and got done in time for me to head off to work. They are very professional and I appreciate that.  Thanks again Wightons.

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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

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Red's Plumbing, Inc.
Red's Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Septic System - Repair

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"“Red’s Plumbing is our go-to company. As a property management business, we only use Red’s. They are fast, professional, and consistently deliver excellent work. Highly recommend!”"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Slo Septic Pumping
Slo Septic Pumping
5.0(
1
)
Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic System - RepairSeptic System - Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called on a Saturday morning when no other company was answering calls. They picked up and said they would be here Monday morning. They were very professional yet also let me watch and learn how to take care of my tank. I also had a clogged line and they "jetted" it and I was instantly up and running. I learned so much, I don't think I will ever need emergency service again. I will call them back in 3 or 4 years so I won't stress my system and incur more problems!"
Septic service
Septic service
Septic service
Septic service
Septic service

+2

Response time2 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Santos Plumbing
Santos Plumbing
5.0(
3
)
Septic System - Install or Replace

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hey! Santos Bros answered their phone, booked us to replace our water heater and was here 2 hours later. We have a super tight spot between our furnace and wall with a special sized 40 gallon tank. Nate got the old one out and replaced it with the right size tank, no problem. It was difficult to pull the old one out but he did a great job. Stellar service. 5 STARS. Highly recommend."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Wilber Construction, Inc.
Wilber Construction, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Proudly based in Paso Robles, CA, Wilber Construction is a general engineering contractor offering a comprehensive range of services for both residential and commercial projects. Our core competencies include: Excavation, Earthwork, Underground, Utilties, Drainage and Concrete Construction. \nWilber Construction, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Response time2 days
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,689
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The technician emptied the freezer, which was in the basement, to work on the part that needed repair. Then he neglected to put anything back into the freezer, including a turkey I had bought for Christmas and a rack of ribs. Two days after he left, I went out of town for two weeks. The turkey actually exploded and spewed its liquid all over everything, which had to be discarded. I let AHS know and they couldn't even bother to call me or follow up on this. I'm considering not renewing my contract with them because of the quality (or lack thereof) of many of the providers they send."
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+2

Recommended by65%of homeowners
Avatar for RE Construction LLC
RE Construction LLC
5.0(
2
)
Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

RE Construction LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. \n \nRE Construction LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. \n \nWe look forward to working with you!

Residential backyard
Residential backyard - mid project progress
Residential backyard - mid project progress
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Avatar for J&J Integrity Construction
J&J Integrity Construction
5.0(
2
)
Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Shandon, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

J&J Integrity Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks FAQs, answered by experts

Soda, coffee, and other soft drinks are highly acidic. This affects the pH in septic tanks, causing them to require more frequent pumping. However, a vast majority of people don't need to worry about septic system disruption. Pouring out the occasional flat soda doesn’t affect septic systems to the same degree as the high-volume dumping from restaurants and convenience stores.

Pump the tank every 3-5 years, avoid flushing non-degradable items, and address leaks promptly to extend system life.

Perc rates vary dramatically, and a good perc rate could be anything from 5 minutes per inch of drainage to 60 minutes per inch. The lower the number, the faster your system will drain and the more effective it will be. A 60-minute-per-inch drain rate is the highest number considered to be good, or even allowable, draining.

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.

The best bacteria to add to a septic tank is anaerobic bacteria, which doesn't use oxygen to break down solid waste. Because there is less oxygen in a septic tank, anaerobic bacteria can decompose sludge in a sealed environment. On the other hand, aerobic bacteria need oxygen and are prevalent in the leach or drain field of a septic system.

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