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Air Temp Solutions
4.7(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The servicemen were knowledgeable and professional and did an excellent job with removal of the old water heater, picking up the new water heater and expansion tank at Home Depot and installing it promptly."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

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"Well. Only problem was delay in response time after claim was filed online. Water tank started leaking Thanksgiving morning and no reply until I called the Regional Manager."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"Takes for ever to get a return a call. Also took a week to get someone out for repairs. They said they would reimburse me for septic repairs and it took over 3 months for that to happen."
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RLN Ent., LLC
New to Angi

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation and repair for all phases of your septic system. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are 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. \n

Response time2 days
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Lairds Family Mechanical Plumbing & Heating, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Lairds Mechanical in Clayton, licensed, insured and bonded plumbers.\nWe are a full service plumbing company servicing all your gas, water and sewer needs. We pride ourselves on providing expert advice and high quality work. \nAs installers of sewer, water and gas lines, much of our work involves bathroom plumbing. We can help you make your dream bathroom a reality, clean clogged drains, make minor and major repairs and service your plumbing fixtures and appliances. Our HVAC Division is fully Certified to handle all your needs.

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Carlos Aguilar Home Services
New to Angi

Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Carlos Aguilar Home Services 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.

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Talking with a septic pro before planting trees near your tank is best to ensure the roots won’t interfere with your septic system. However, there is an easy way to figure out where to plant a tree—but you’ll need to know how tall it can get when it’s fully grown. For instance, if the tree can reach 50 feet, plant it at least 50 feet from your septic system.

Start by finding the septic tank, marked by an access lid near your home. From there, the drain field extends outward in a series of trenches. Look for greener, lusher grass, as drain fields promote plant growth due to moisture and fertilizer. You can also check property records, use a soil probe to detect damp soil, or hire a septic professional with ground-penetrating radar equipment to map the drain field’s location.

How to size a well pressure tank is determined by three factors: flow rate, or how many gallons per minute your well pump produces; minimum runtime; and pressure switch setting. Most pressure tanks have a pressure switch operating at 20/40, 30/50, and 40/60—the first number is the pressure needed for the pump to turn on, and the second number is the pressure needed for the pump to switch off. Most homeowners relying on well water require a water pressure tank ranging from 20 to 80 gallons. 

Modern septic tanks have two lids: one that covers the inlet where wastewater flows into the tank and one that covers the outlet where the treated water flows out to the drain field. However, older septic tanks installed before 1975 may have only one lid. Because septic tanks last 20 to 40 years, if yours only has one lid, it may be time for a replacement.

For the most part, choosing between 30/50 psi and 40/60 psi is based on your water-pressure preference. However, it can also depend a little bit on your house—if you have older plumbing, a lower water pressure can be easier on the pipes (and a bit more gentle on your well pump). 

The lower 30/50 pressure is usually enough for a single-story home, but you may want 40/60 if you have multiple stories, as the extra pressure helps water flow smoothly up to the second floor.

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