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Frank Farms and Excavating
5.0(
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Septic System - RepairSeptic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business+1 more

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I just wanted to say thank you for the great job you did replacing my septic system. It’s clear you take a lot of pride in your work. You handled everything from start to finish with professionalism and care, and the end result looks fantastic. It’s not easy finding someone who’s dependable, hardworking, and honest — but you checked every box. I really appreciated how you kept me informed throughout the process and made sure everything was done right. I’d highly recommend Frank Farms and Excavating to anyone who needs septic or excavation work. You did excellent work, and it shows."
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Commercial Demo
New Septic Installation

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sedenka Excavating and Habitat
4.9(
9
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+1 more

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Sedenka Excavating and Habitat 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.

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Karr Septic Services
5.0(
1
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Credit card accepted

Karr Septic 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

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The technician emptied the freezer, which was in the basement, to work on the part that needed repair. Then he neglected to put anything back into the freezer, including a turkey I had bought for Christmas and a rack of ribs. Two days after he left, I went out of town for two weeks. The turkey actually exploded and spewed its liquid all over everything, which had to be discarded. I let AHS know and they couldn't even bother to call me or follow up on this. I'm considering not renewing my contract with them because of the quality (or lack thereof) of many of the providers they send."
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+2

Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Hawkeye Home Works, LLC
5.0(
2
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Hawkeye Homeworks & Septic is family owned and operated. With over 30 years experience offering a variety of services for the greater Cedar Rapids area. \nSpecializing in septic service and maintenance, transfer inspections, installation and repair. \nHawkeye Homeworks also offer's quality light commercial and residential home improvement work. No job is too big or too small for us.

Patio Preparation
Rock Delivery
Unloading Rock
Small Landscape
Small Landscape

+21

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

There are many potential causes of low well water pressure. The most common include sediment buildup, leaking pipes, a failing well pump, or a cracked pressure tank. 

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.

You should pump your septic tank once every two to four years for a family of four, depending on your septic tank size. You should pump a 1,000-gallon septic tank every two years, while a 1,500-gallon tank should be pumped every four years. Water usage also affects how often you should pump your septic tank. If you notice slow drains, foul smells, or gurgling sounds from your drains, you should pump your septic tank as soon as possible.

Beyond the type of well pump, there are a few other factors to consider when selecting a well pump. Keep in mind the depth of your well, your average water usage, and the PSI of your water-consuming appliances to determine the appropriate motor horsepower and size of your well pump.

Good news: You’ll naturally increase the bacteria in your septic tank simply by using it. If you want to encourage more good bacteria growth, stop using products and household cleaners that kill bacteria, such as bleach and harsh chemicals. Never flush antibiotics, and make sure only water and waste go down the tube—not paper products, feminine hygiene products, or diapers.

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