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Air Temp Solutions
4.7(
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Serving Elsmere, 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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Drainmen Plumbing Inc
4.4(
7
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

"They responded immediately and fixed the problem. While there we had them address a few other issues and they fixed them immediately and did not take advantage of us. We also had them come out in March 2013 because we were told that we needed a new well expansion tank by another company. They were honest and showed us that we did not need another tank. The tank was working fine. I would recomend these guys. They are good.
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Elsmere, 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 Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"I just pay $75 you never know who's going to come out. They do everything electrical. Just about everything is covered except the septic tank. I had an air conditioner replaced. It went great, all I had to do was pay for the freon. He didn't charge e more than what was needed."
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Attilio Plumbing
New to Angi

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1967

Free estimates

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

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Lairds Family Mechanical Plumbing & Heating, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

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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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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Most home wells start at 100 feet, and many go as deep as 200 or 300 feet. 

It takes quite a lot of water to meet the demands of showers, toilets, faucets, and appliances like dishwashers and laundry machines, and shallow wells struggle to provide this amount quickly. If you anticipate having high water usage in the future, it’s often better to drill slightly deeper and give yourself a bit more water storage than you need.

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.

Several warning signs can indicate current or future issues with your well pressure tank. If you notice inconsistent water pressure, water spitting from your faucets, clicking sounds, or electricity bill spikes without other obvious causes, it may be time to get your pressure tank and well system looked at by a professional.

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.

Over time, your septic tank can accumulate a buildup of sludge at the bottom of the tank. If left unpumped and uncleaned, the sludge will back up into your pipes and home, causing failure and extensive (and smelly) damage. Repairs to your septic system can be costly, which is why regular maintenance is required. It takes about 30 minutes to pump a septic tank that’s 1,250 gallons or less or 1 hour for larger varieties.

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