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Flushaway Septic Tank Cleaning Inc
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Serving Plainfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I was having a 4 of July Party. I called Flush Away! He called right back and it was a small job. William Chupp dug the hole in my back yard and pumped and?snaked the pipe. And he ?filled up the hole. He left everything nice and clean."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stone Building Systems, LLC
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair

Serving Plainfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul is extremely knowledgeable about excavation work and more specifically septic systems. I have used Paul on several projects from small tank, repairs to large engineered systems, and each time he delivers a perfect project, within our timeframe and at a reasonable price. I would highly recommend Paul and his team."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Septicology, LLC
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Serving Plainfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We have been using Septicology for our clients' septic system inspections and certifications for about one year now. Daniel presents a professional demeanor and his detailed reports include complete documentation of testing results including photos of all conditions he is seeing. We are very pleased with Daniel's great services and pricing and will continue using Septicology, LLC."
Response time2 days
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Septic tanks naturally have bacteria that break down some of the solid waste in the septic tank. However, sludge buildup is just part of owning a septic system. While liquid wastewater can be filtered and treated through the system, a septic tank company has to pump the septic tank out at least every few years.

The size of your septic tank plays a role in determining the proper size of the drain or leach field. As a general rule, you should have 1 square foot of drain field size per gallon of septic tank capacity. However, you could install a leach field that’s as much as 2.5 square feet per gallon of septic tank capacity. Most professionals determine the right septic tank size and drain field size by the number of bedrooms in the house. A three-bedroom house needs a minimum 1,000-gallon septic tank, for example.

A septic tank riser should extend to just above the ground level or slightly above it. The exact height can vary depending on local regulations and personal preferences, but a common guideline is to have the riser's top flush with or no more than a few inches above the surrounding ground. This height allows for easy access to the septic tank without creating a tripping hazard or obstructing mowing and landscaping activities. It's essential to ensure that the riser lid is easily visible and accessible for regular maintenance and inspection while being mindful of safety and aesthetics.

A septic tank is an underground container that collects and holds wastewater until it’s sufficiently filtered and broken down. It treats wastewater by separating waste so the leftover liquid can travel into the drainfield where the soil and gravel eventually filter and purify it. This process naturally eliminates bacteria, viruses, and other contaminants.

The depth of your septic tank has nothing to do with its size. In fact, some septic tanks can even be installed above-ground! Like other sizes, a 1,000-gallon septic tank could be buried as shallow as 4 inches below the ground or as deep as 4 feet. It all depends on your specific property.

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