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Avatar for Done Right Today, Inc.

Done Right Today, Inc.

4.86(
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Done Right Today, Inc.

4.86(
538
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Showed up promptly, quickly diagnosed the issue, and had the repair done as quickly as possible so far as to overnight ship the required part to get it done. Highly professional, friendly, and will do business with them again."

Dan D on January 2026

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Showed up promptly, quickly diagnosed the issue, and had the repair done as quickly as possible so far as to overnight ship the required part to get it done. Highly professional, friendly, and will do business with them again."

Dan D on January 2026


"Great customer service and quick response time. They had someone to me in hours during an emergency and fixed the problem in the same day. I would request Joe Winchester if you can. He was professional, kind, and didn't quit until the problem was solved. I wouldn't think twice to call Done Right Today again. "

T.J. V on January 2026

Done Right Today is FAST, FRIENDLY, & AFFORDABLE. We are always available to provide plumbing and drain cleaning services at a time that is confident for you. Locallly owned and operated out of Delaware. Call today!!!

"Great customer service and quick response time. They had someone to me in hours during an emergency and fixed the problem in the same day. I would request Joe Winchester if you can. He was professional, kind, and didn't quit until the problem was solved. I wouldn't think twice to call Done Right Today again. "

T.J. V on January 2026


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Delaware Plumbing Professionals, LLC

4.73(
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Delaware Plumbing Professionals, LLC

4.73(
410
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

At Delaware Plumbing Professionals, LLC, we take great pride in being family owned and operated. Our mission is to provide our customers with exceptional service while delivering top-notch quality. Our reputation is based on the service and quality we provide, as well as the safety of our customers and their homes. We strive for transparency throughout your entire experience with our company and promise to be upfront and honest. We treat your home like our home.

"Overpriced and tried to gouge me for an extra."

Ed Wandling W on December 2025

At Delaware Plumbing Professionals, LLC, we take great pride in being family owned and operated. Our mission is to provide our customers with exceptional service while delivering top-notch quality. Our reputation is based on the service and quality we provide, as well as the safety of our customers and their homes. We strive for transparency throughout your entire experience with our company and promise to be upfront and honest. We treat your home like our home.

"Overpriced and tried to gouge me for an extra."

Ed Wandling W on December 2025


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Milloway Pipeworks

4.79(
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Milloway Pipeworks

4.79(
58
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated business dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair to meet your plumbing needs. We specialize in mechanical piping and a variety of residential and commercial services. We take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"The company installed my tankless heater a few years back and they did a fine job. A part of the installation was the descaling filter. Late last fall i could not open it to replace a cartridge so called them up to help me fix the issue. The plumber who showed up stated that he did not have the right parts. He was expecting a newer filter cartridge as they do not install what i have anymore. I expected they would look up their work records to see what i have. They DID NOT, nor asked me what i have. The plumber came back and replaced the whole filter/cartridge setup. It took him about 40 minutes. The invoice i received was for $425. I called the owner and asked why. His response was that because I "did not tell them the correct part" they had to return and i am charged for two service visits, parts and labor. I told the owner that i agree to the charge for one visit and parts + labor, but he charged me $425. I asked American Express to dispute this charge. Rip off!!!"

Franek G on January 2025

We are a locally owned and operated business dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair to meet your plumbing needs. We specialize in mechanical piping and a variety of residential and commercial services. We take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"The company installed my tankless heater a few years back and they did a fine job. A part of the installation was the descaling filter. Late last fall i could not open it to replace a cartridge so called them up to help me fix the issue. The plumber who showed up stated that he did not have the right parts. He was expecting a newer filter cartridge as they do not install what i have anymore. I expected they would look up their work records to see what i have. They DID NOT, nor asked me what i have. The plumber came back and replaced the whole filter/cartridge setup. It took him about 40 minutes. The invoice i received was for $425. I called the owner and asked why. His response was that because I "did not tell them the correct part" they had to return and i am charged for two service visits, parts and labor. I told the owner that i agree to the charge for one visit and parts + labor, but he charged me $425. I asked American Express to dispute this charge. Rip off!!!"

Franek G on January 2025


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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Newark

4.55(
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Newark

4.55(
164
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Newark is the trusted local name for plumbing services in Middletown, Bear, and throughout the area. We strive for excellence in every job, from leaky pipes to clogged drains and a number of other plumbing issues. Our experienced plumbing experts are quick and courteous, providing thorough inspections, insightful diagnoses, and top-quality repairs at affordable rates. We also offer maintenance services, such as drain cleaning, to minimize future plumbing issues and keep you plumbing system in peak condition. For residential or commercial plumbing services in Delaware.

"Friendly, informative and did the work quickly!"

Tina B on March 2021

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Newark is the trusted local name for plumbing services in Middletown, Bear, and throughout the area. We strive for excellence in every job, from leaky pipes to clogged drains and a number of other plumbing issues. Our experienced plumbing experts are quick and courteous, providing thorough inspections, insightful diagnoses, and top-quality repairs at affordable rates. We also offer maintenance services, such as drain cleaning, to minimize future plumbing issues and keep you plumbing system in peak condition. For residential or commercial plumbing services in Delaware.

"Friendly, informative and did the work quickly!"

Tina B on March 2021


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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

4.51(
109
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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

4.51(
109
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Customers say: Quality work
35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Benjamin Franklin Plumbing the warranties and guarantees are industry leading because of our skilled plumbers and the high quality parts that we use. Our expert plumbers are friendly, clean, polite, drug tested and background checked. Our techniques are state-of-the-art, guaranteed! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If the customer isn’t happy with the service, UWIN can step in to resolve issues and protect the homeowner. Third-Party Backed: UWIN is an independent consumer resource, separate from the contractor, ensuring fairness and accountability. no one else has that Guarantee

"They did a pretty good job, no real issues there. They were quick and reasonable."

Faissal M on December 2025

At Benjamin Franklin Plumbing the warranties and guarantees are industry leading because of our skilled plumbers and the high quality parts that we use. Our expert plumbers are friendly, clean, polite, drug tested and background checked. Our techniques are state-of-the-art, guaranteed! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If the customer isn’t happy with the service, UWIN can step in to resolve issues and protect the homeowner. Third-Party Backed: UWIN is an independent consumer resource, separate from the contractor, ensuring fairness and accountability. no one else has that Guarantee

"They did a pretty good job, no real issues there. They were quick and reasonable."

Faissal M on December 2025


DDC Property Maintenance LLC

4.75(
10
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DDC Property Maintenance LLC

4.75(
10
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Customers say: Quick response
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 13 years experience in the excavation industry, DDC Excavation is your industry expert in Earleville. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"DDC was hired to clear and grade a building site. Exceeded my expectations. Was on time and done before schedule. After building was erected the team was back to finish grade, seed and straw, and repair rock lane. Would and have recommended DDC for any earth moving job. "

Justin S on September 2025

With over 13 years experience in the excavation industry, DDC Excavation is your industry expert in Earleville. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"DDC was hired to clear and grade a building site. Exceeded my expectations. Was on time and done before schedule. After building was erected the team was back to finish grade, seed and straw, and repair rock lane. Would and have recommended DDC for any earth moving job. "

Justin S on September 2025


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South Jersey Waterproofing & Structural Repair LLC

4.98(
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South Jersey Waterproofing & Structural Repair LLC

4.98(
99
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The ORIGINAL South Jersey Waterproofing! 10% Off any job for Angies List members! For over 60 years, we have been returning homes to a healthy home all over NJ, PA, and DE. Family Owned and operated. FREE estimates, no salesman and no subcontractor. Don’t let other companies with similar names confuse you Contact us to evaluate your home to solve any water related issues, foundation failures, mold contamination, masonry and historical restorations. We can then provide a FREE estimate to correct those issues! Deal directly with the 4th Generation owner.

"Great guys, great outcome,"

Sharon B on September 2020

The ORIGINAL South Jersey Waterproofing! 10% Off any job for Angies List members! For over 60 years, we have been returning homes to a healthy home all over NJ, PA, and DE. Family Owned and operated. FREE estimates, no salesman and no subcontractor. Don’t let other companies with similar names confuse you Contact us to evaluate your home to solve any water related issues, foundation failures, mold contamination, masonry and historical restorations. We can then provide a FREE estimate to correct those issues! Deal directly with the 4th Generation owner.

"Great guys, great outcome,"

Sharon B on September 2020


Reliable Home Inspection Service

5.00(
38
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Reliable Home Inspection Service

5.00(
38
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Reliable Home Inspection Service offers a variety of inspections related to the real estate transaction; Serving Delaware, Maryland and Pennsylvania, you can be assured that you will receive excellent customer service, especially with our one stop shop philosophy. Our computer generated report, which is delivered on-site, has been recognized nationally and locally as an extremely helpful tool for the real estate transaction. With 24-7 availability for scheduling and customer service, we are here to help serve you! We also offer a variety of discounts for you and look forward to the opportunity to be on your team and provide impeccable service to you as a buyer and seller.

"Paul Duhamel performed home inspection and everything went wells, It took about 3 hrs and he notified few issues in the house and he answered to all my questions. Very professional and to the point. I refereed to my friends and even he is also happy with the inspection they performed."

Sirisha B on June 2019

Reliable Home Inspection Service offers a variety of inspections related to the real estate transaction; Serving Delaware, Maryland and Pennsylvania, you can be assured that you will receive excellent customer service, especially with our one stop shop philosophy. Our computer generated report, which is delivered on-site, has been recognized nationally and locally as an extremely helpful tool for the real estate transaction. With 24-7 availability for scheduling and customer service, we are here to help serve you! We also offer a variety of discounts for you and look forward to the opportunity to be on your team and provide impeccable service to you as a buyer and seller.

"Paul Duhamel performed home inspection and everything went wells, It took about 3 hrs and he notified few issues in the house and he answered to all my questions. Very professional and to the point. I refereed to my friends and even he is also happy with the inspection they performed."

Sirisha B on June 2019


Top Notch Home Improvement

4.89(
278
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Top Notch Home Improvement

4.89(
278
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner-operated. No subs. Cost is determined by job. Travel charges may apply. After hours charges may apply.

"Replaced range hood and ceiling fan and replaced a bad electrical outlet. He was able to remedy and make professional recommendations."

Wade C on October 2020

Owner-operated. No subs. Cost is determined by job. Travel charges may apply. After hours charges may apply.

"Replaced range hood and ceiling fan and replaced a bad electrical outlet. He was able to remedy and make professional recommendations."

Wade C on October 2020

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Baking soda does very little to nothing for a septic tank, but it can help unclog a drain or clean out a garbage disposal. Rotten tomatoes and yeast are the best ways to increase the bacteria in your septic tank naturally. You can add these to your system once every three months.

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.

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.

Having a well means that a household’s water supply, including water that comes through faucets, showerheads, and appliances, is supplied through a private source rather than from a city. The well pulls fresh water from an underground water supply, such as an aquifer, and the well pump pushes the water from the well to your household.

Many variables, such as home size, type of engineered system, the material used, soil conditions, and water usage, dictate how long your system will last. On average, most homeowners find that their system lasts 15 to 20 years, though it’s not unheard of for them to last up to 40 years with annual and preventative septic maintenance.

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