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Avatar for Flushaway Septic Tank Cleaning, Inc.
Flushaway Septic Tank Cleaning, Inc.
4.7(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - RepairSeptic System - Repair - For Business+2 more

Serving Putnam, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was contacted by Flushaway and the were honest and told me I should pump my septic every three to five years. It had been only one since buying the home. (First w/ a septic tank). I will definitely hire this pro in the future when it is required. Honesty will get my business everyday!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Drainworks Plumbing & Septic, LLC
Drainworks Plumbing & Septic, LLC
4.7(
236
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - RepairSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out+1 more

Serving Putnam, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I hired them because they said they could pump my septic AND snake my drain. They did pump my tank very nicely, they were available when I needed them, and they were able to identify a problem immediately. However, what they meant by snaking the drain is that they could send another person out for an additional fee to snake the drain. I was also only quoted for the pumping and not the snaking so I ended up paying double what I thought I was going to pay. I also found out AFTER the first payment/job that they had a military discount so that was a little disappointing, but I am very grateful that it was applied to the second payment/job."
Broken footing drain pipe
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septic system repair
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Hawkins Maintenance, LLC
5.0(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Putnam, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am only giving them 5 stars because this rating will not allow 10 stars. Wayne and his crew installed a new septic system in our new Warwick, RI home. Everyone was extremely professional and courteous. They answered questions along the way as they worked through the complicated permit process. All of the crew were super personable and responsive. They also helped me move dirt on a landscape project I was working on while they had the heavy equipment. Saved me a lot of shoveling."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Flushaway Septic Tank Cleaning Inc
5.0(
3
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Putnam, 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
Avatar for Stone Building Systems, LLC
Stone Building Systems, LLC
5.0(
5
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair

Serving Putnam, 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."
Septic Repair
Septic Repair
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Septicology, LLC
5.0(
3
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+1 more

Serving Putnam, 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
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

The septic installation company must follow several steps to put in a new septic system and leach field. The installer will study your property and determine the best place for the tank and leach field. The site should be away from existing structures, be free of trees, and have proper drainage and grading. Preparing the site for the tank and leach field will require significant excavation work.

Septic tanks can clog if they aren’t pumped every few years since solid waste accumulates inside of them. Your tank might also clog if you have a habit of flushing anything other than human waste or toilet paper. Items like diapers, baby wipes, paper towels, cat litter, and personal hygiene products should never go down your pipes.

How do you set your well’s pressure tank? All you need to do is first drain the tank of water and find the pressure switch. Remove the switch cover and adjust the switch with a wrench—clockwise to increase water pressure, and counter-clockwise to reduce it. Each complete turn of the nut on the switch should equal 2.5 psi. Once this is done, replace the switch cover. All that’s left is to adjust the pressure of the tank itself using an air compressor and a tire gauge to support the new setting.

If your leach field becomes clogged or saturated, it can cause several problems with your home's septic system. The clog can cause sewage to back up into your home, leading to unpleasant odors and mess. A backed-up septic system can be a health hazard, particularly if the sewage starts to leach into the ground surrounding the leach field.

There are several ways to fix a saturated drain field, including cleaning out your septic tank, adding enzymes and additives to your drain system, and installing a larger septic system.

The pressure in a well pressure tank should be set 2 to 3 PSI below the pump's cut-on pressure. The cut-on pressure is the lower number in the pressure setting (e.g., the '30' in 30/50 PSI) and is the point at which the pump starts. The cut-out pressure is the higher number, where the pump stops.

For example:

  • If your pressure switch is set to 30/50 PSI, the tank pressure should be 27-28 PSI.

  • If your pressure switch is set to 40/60 PSI, the tank pressure should be 38 PSI.

Common pressure settings for household applications include 20/40, 30/50, and 40/60 PSI. The difference between the cut-on and cut-out pressure is typically 20 PSI.

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