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RLN Ent., LLC
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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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

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Gill Construction, Inc.
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Lairds Family Mechanical Plumbing & Heating, LLC
New to Angi
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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.

Carlos Aguilar Home Services
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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.

Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

To keep your septic tank healthy, be careful of what you flush and be conservative with water usage, as even flushing too much water down the drain can throw off the septic system’s delicate balance. Never flush anything but human waste and toilet paper down your toilet, and be sure to have the tank inspected and pumped every two to five years, depending on the size of your household and your water usage.

Yes, shower water goes into the septic tank. Shower water is a type of greywater, and in fact, all water used in a home with a septic system—including water from sinks, toilets, the dishwasher, and the washing machine—drains into the tank. When shower water enters the tank, debris like soap and hair travels with it. The solid debris sinks to the bottom to become sludge, while soap residue joins the scum layer at the top. The remaining water is treated in the tank before moving to the drain field for further treatment and dispersal. It is important to avoid putting oil or harsh chemicals down any drain, as they can cause clogs or disrupt the beneficial bacteria required for proper wastewater management in the septic system.

Yes, you can adjust your well pump pressure relatively easily by yourself. You’ll need to remove the cover from your pressure switch and adjust a nut that controls cut-in pressure. Learn more about how to adjust a well pump pressure switch with a step-by-step guide to setting your water pressure.

Most professionals recommend that a deep well pump shouldn’t run more than 10 hours consecutively before cycling off. Overworking the well pump beyond the recommended amount can prematurely wear out your pump and burn out the motor, which means replacing it more often than you otherwise should need to. Your well pump should also come with the manufacturer’s use and maintenance recommendations that are specific to the model.

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