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All Pro Remodeling

11001 E 250 S
5.00(
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All Pro Remodeling

11001 E 250 S
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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 workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very professional, tile and installer was very skilled they cleaned up everything very well, they followed up on a couple items promptly. I highly recommended. Not the most inexpensive but very high quality."

Ward B on July 2025

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 workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very professional, tile and installer was very skilled they cleaned up everything very well, they followed up on a couple items promptly. I highly recommended. Not the most inexpensive but very high quality."

Ward B on July 2025


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Regional Plumbing Services, Inc.

653 Axe Avenue
4.62(
124
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Regional Plumbing Services, Inc.

653 Axe Avenue
4.62(
124
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
156 local quotes requested

Regional Plumbing Services, Inc., is Northwest Indiana's premier service company. From a leaky faucet to a furnace and air conditioner installation, we do it right. No job too big or small and you can be sure that our service techs are on time and professional. We strive for customer satisfaction every time. Same day service is always available, and we can finance even the smallest jobs! Call us today and let us earn your business!

"Excellent"

Mohit P on December 2024

Regional Plumbing Services, Inc., is Northwest Indiana's premier service company. From a leaky faucet to a furnace and air conditioner installation, we do it right. No job too big or small and you can be sure that our service techs are on time and professional. We strive for customer satisfaction every time. Same day service is always available, and we can finance even the smallest jobs! Call us today and let us earn your business!

"Excellent"

Mohit P on December 2024


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Valpo Excavation & Septic

1101 Cumberland Crossing Drive Suite 223
4.95(
31
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Approved Pro

Valpo Excavation & Septic

1101 Cumberland Crossing Drive Suite 223
4.95(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
41 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Valpo Excavation & Septic 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.

"Russ did several excavation projects for a large, complex backyard renovation I'm doing, including the installation of a secondary septic tank that pumps to our original septic field. Not only did he complete the work in a timely manner, but he helped me with several questions and headaches that came along the way during the project - whether they were related to his work or not. Russ is a truly nice guy who wants the best for his customers and will make sure to deliver for them! Thank you Russ!"

Allison V on October 2025

Valpo Excavation & Septic 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.

"Russ did several excavation projects for a large, complex backyard renovation I'm doing, including the installation of a secondary septic tank that pumps to our original septic field. Not only did he complete the work in a timely manner, but he helped me with several questions and headaches that came along the way during the project - whether they were related to his work or not. Russ is a truly nice guy who wants the best for his customers and will make sure to deliver for them! Thank you Russ!"

Allison V on October 2025


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Downing Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

8183 Grand Boulevard
4.47(
264
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Approved Pro

Downing Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

8183 Grand Boulevard
4.47(
264
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
66 local quotes requested
75 years of experience

No matter what your plumbing or sewer needs are, you can count on Downing Plumbing & Heating, Inc. to provide you with quality professional plumbing and sewer services. No job is too small or too big - from that leaky faucet to drain stoppages to repiping the whole house - we do it all! • Same day service appointments • Night/weekend emergency service available • Friendly, skilled, licensed plumbing technicians • Home protection discount program available • Senior citizen discounts available • Two year warranty on plumbing repairs, installations, and drain cleaning* *Restrictions Apply Let "The Duck Team" keep your home's plumbing system in top working condition.

"Michael from Downing Plumbing came out & did such an amazing job that I now will only call him to come out for any plumbing needs. He has 22 years experience & always has a smile on his face. He really knows his trade very well & has always been very efficient, shows up on time & honest with me. I would recommend Michael to everyone that is looking for a quality plumber.😁"

Henry R on June 2025

No matter what your plumbing or sewer needs are, you can count on Downing Plumbing & Heating, Inc. to provide you with quality professional plumbing and sewer services. No job is too small or too big - from that leaky faucet to drain stoppages to repiping the whole house - we do it all! • Same day service appointments • Night/weekend emergency service available • Friendly, skilled, licensed plumbing technicians • Home protection discount program available • Senior citizen discounts available • Two year warranty on plumbing repairs, installations, and drain cleaning* *Restrictions Apply Let "The Duck Team" keep your home's plumbing system in top working condition.

"Michael from Downing Plumbing came out & did such an amazing job that I now will only call him to come out for any plumbing needs. He has 22 years experience & always has a smile on his face. He really knows his trade very well & has always been very efficient, shows up on time & honest with me. I would recommend Michael to everyone that is looking for a quality plumber.😁"

Henry R on June 2025


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Mr. Rooter of North West Indiana

3602 Evans Ave, Suite A
4.61(
90
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Approved Pro

Mr. Rooter of North West Indiana

3602 Evans Ave, Suite A
4.61(
90
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 local quotes requested

At Mr. Rooter� plumbers, we never charge extra for plumbing services performed on nights or weekends and we always provide a written estimate before the plumbing services are performed. Plumbing services are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our Mr. Rooter plumbers are clean, professional plumbers who are dedicated to your complete satisfaction. Every customer's individual needs are important to us at Mr. Rooter� Plumbing. Our focus of providing quality plumbing service and products combined with honesty has made our plumbers the first choice of many residential and commercial clients worldwide. You can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing and drainage needs-day or night with never an overtime charge. Click to find out more about our Residential Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Services, Commercial Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Services, or the Products offered by our professional plumbers. There's a reason they call us Mr.�

"Did a great job at a reasonable price"

Chris E on October 2025

At Mr. Rooter� plumbers, we never charge extra for plumbing services performed on nights or weekends and we always provide a written estimate before the plumbing services are performed. Plumbing services are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our Mr. Rooter plumbers are clean, professional plumbers who are dedicated to your complete satisfaction. Every customer's individual needs are important to us at Mr. Rooter� Plumbing. Our focus of providing quality plumbing service and products combined with honesty has made our plumbers the first choice of many residential and commercial clients worldwide. You can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing and drainage needs-day or night with never an overtime charge. Click to find out more about our Residential Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Services, Commercial Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Services, or the Products offered by our professional plumbers. There's a reason they call us Mr.�

"Did a great job at a reasonable price"

Chris E on October 2025


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Summers Plumbing, Heating & Cooling (P)- Crown Point

506 E. Summit St
5.00(
16
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Approved Pro

Summers Plumbing, Heating & Cooling (P)- Crown Point

506 E. Summit St
5.00(
16
)
Approved Pro
44 local quotes requested
56 years of experience

At Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling we try to make service easy & fast! With all of our locations there is a good chance we're helping someone in your neighborhood with their plumbing, heating or cooling issues. We take the stress out of calling a repairman! Our friendly, helpful, and honest technicians are here to make your life easier, not harder than it already is. Our highly skilled, licensed, and trained technicians perform superior work, every time. We are committed to being honest, thorough, and friendly when we arrive at your house for an estimate or repair.

"Quick fast & easy. Very professional & nice. They unclogged my basement drain pipes. Also, the customer service rep was knowledgeable, professional & nice."

Lora W on September 2025

At Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling we try to make service easy & fast! With all of our locations there is a good chance we're helping someone in your neighborhood with their plumbing, heating or cooling issues. We take the stress out of calling a repairman! Our friendly, helpful, and honest technicians are here to make your life easier, not harder than it already is. Our highly skilled, licensed, and trained technicians perform superior work, every time. We are committed to being honest, thorough, and friendly when we arrive at your house for an estimate or repair.

"Quick fast & easy. Very professional & nice. They unclogged my basement drain pipes. Also, the customer service rep was knowledgeable, professional & nice."

Lora W on September 2025


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D&J excavation &trucking

8325 W 600 S
No reviews yet

D&J excavation &trucking

8325 W 600 S
No reviews yet
2 years of experience

D&J excavation & trucking offers driveway repairs and new driveway installation, land clearing, septic repairs/install, site prep, demolition and much more. We pride ourselves in giving customers the best value and the highest quality work. You will deal directly with the 2 owners of the company and a few amazing employees.

D&J excavation & trucking offers driveway repairs and new driveway installation, land clearing, septic repairs/install, site prep, demolition and much more. We pride ourselves in giving customers the best value and the highest quality work. You will deal directly with the 2 owners of the company and a few amazing employees.


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Cartwright Plumbing

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Cartwright Plumbing

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33 years of experience

Cartwright Plumbing, founded by LaMar Cartwright JR., has been a staple in the Chicagoland area for 30+ years. Lamar has built a stellar reputation from his expertise in plumbing, heating/cooling, and locksmith services. Cartwright Plumbing is an owner-operated small business that is ready to serve your plumbing needs!

Cartwright Plumbing, founded by LaMar Cartwright JR., has been a staple in the Chicagoland area for 30+ years. Lamar has built a stellar reputation from his expertise in plumbing, heating/cooling, and locksmith services. Cartwright Plumbing is an owner-operated small business that is ready to serve your plumbing needs!


PCCI

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PCCI

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Emergency services offered

20+ year family construction business. Specializing in sewer replacement and repairs, water service lines and general construction

20+ year family construction business. Specializing in sewer replacement and repairs, water service lines and general construction


HGC Services LLC

5830 Cunningham Rd
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HGC Services LLC

5830 Cunningham Rd
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15 years of experience

We offer the following services; Septic tank replacement and repair Septic field installation Lift stations Back flow prevention Clean out stations added to main lines Basement waterproofing Sump and Sewage pumps Excavation Demolition and much more.

We offer the following services; Septic tank replacement and repair Septic field installation Lift stations Back flow prevention Clean out stations added to main lines Basement waterproofing Sump and Sewage pumps Excavation Demolition and much more.

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

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.

There are a couple of ways you can determine the depth of your well. One method is to use a device called a well sounder. This tool has a long measuring tape containing a sensor to alert you once the end reaches the water. 

Or you can DIY it by using a long tape measure with a half-filled bottle of water attached to it. Lower the tape measure into your well. Once you feel tension on the tape, you’ll know the bottle has reached your static water level. This will give you an approximate idea of your well’s depth.

With regular testing, treatment, and maintenance, water from a community well should be safe to drink. Unfortunately, the EPA does not regulate private wells, and contamination can happen. 

If you have doubts about the quality and safety of your drinking water, you have options for testing. You can pick up kits from your local home supply store or harvest samples and send them to a local testing facility. To get the most complete water quality testing and system diagnosis, seek a local well professional. They know what to test for and can recommend and implement a longer-lasting solution.

Yes, you can pump a septic tank too much. The ideal pumping schedule varies based on capacity, water usage, and household size. If you pump the septic tank more frequently than your recommended pumping schedule, the beneficial bacteria can leach into the drain field, causing an imbalance and solid waste build-up.

A submersible pump should be at least 10 feet from the bottom of the well to minimize the risk of the pump drawing debris into the well water. Submersible pumps work best for wells that are 25 feet deep or less. If you have a deeper well, choose a jet pump instead of a submersible model.

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