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Top-Rated Septic tank pros in Melba - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for DIRT BROTHERS LLC
DIRT BROTHERS LLC
5.0(
15
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - RepairSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business+1 more

Serving Melba, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired the Dirt Brothers to do a full septic and drain field replacement at our residence. They were the best price and went above and beyond in their customer service and product delivery. This two man team were wonderful to work with and did everything they could to make this unfortunate situation better for us. I would definitely recommend them to anyone else needing septic and excavating work"
New Tank & Drainfield
Septic System Install
Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alpha Excavation
5.0(
61
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Melba, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Austin and his crew arrived promptly when he said they would be here, and very quickly and carefully but gently did the work we had asked for. He had the right equipment to do the heavy work it required, and they cleaned up before they left when the job was finished."
Driveway Concrete Prep
Sidewalk Concrete Prep
Sprinkler Line Chase for Driveways
Start of Excavation and Demolition
After Demolition and Footings

+9

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Red Fox Excavation, LLC
4.9(
18
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Melba, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at Red Fox Excavation LLC, 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. With experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your concrete needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today, so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed! We look forward to earning your business.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Five Star Service Pros, LLC
4.8(
173
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Septic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair

Serving Melba, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ray & his team saved our sanity, pocketbook & potentially house. After HORRIBLE expensive experience with American Rooter & Drain, Ray swooped in to save the day. They completed clearing our main line fast, efficient & fair priced. We cannot say enough how grateful we are to have found him & his team. Do NOT hesitate to call Ray for all your sewer needs. We will be singing his praises for years & referring everyone in need of these services to Five Star Service Pros. He brags about having all five star reviewsâ ¦rightfully so Ray. Keep up being an awesome human being!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Red Fox Excavation, LLC
4.9(
18
)
Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Melba, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Josiah installed a French drain and also a pit drain for us. His work was exceptional, excellent cleanup, and final result was far superior than anything we expected. Working with Josiah was a pleasure. Communication was excellent."
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks FAQs, answered by experts

Bladder and diaphragm well pressure tanks are usually pre-charged at the factory. Even so, it’s important to check the air pressure in the tank using a tire pressure gauge on the relief valve. The instruction manual usually calls for 28 psi. Use a hand pump to add more air or release some air from the tank to reach the desired number. Check the pressure periodically to see if you need to add more air to the tank.

While you can drain water softener backwash into a septic tank, doing so may cause several problems. One problem is that increased sodium chloride levels from water softener backwash can kill septic tank bacteria, decreasing the effectiveness of this wastewater treatment system. Another issue is that large calcium deposits can eventually stop up the drain field and lead to poor drainage. 

The bacteria already present in your septic system should be enough to break down solids in a properly maintained septic tank. However, if you’re in a DIY mood, you can try adding (well-mashed) rotten tomatoes to help the good bacteria fulfill their duty. Just make sure you give them a couple hours to work after flushing them down.

On average, you should call a pro to pump your cesspool once per year. If you have a larger home with a lot of family members, you may need to pump more (up to six times per year). On the flip side, if you’re talking about a cesspool for a home you don’t use much or if you’re the only occupant in a home, you won’t have to pump nearly as much.

If your leach field becomes clogged or saturated, it can cause several problems with your home's septic system. The clog can cause sewage to back up into your home, leading to unpleasant odors and mess. A backed-up septic system can be a health hazard, particularly if the sewage starts to leach into the ground surrounding the leach field.

There are several ways to fix a saturated drain field, including cleaning out your septic tank, adding enzymes and additives to your drain system, and installing a larger septic system.

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