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Avatar for Summers Plumbing, Heating & Cooling (P)- Crown Point
Summers Plumbing, Heating & Cooling (P)- Crown Point
5.0(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.\n\nOur 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.

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Downing Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.1(
307
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1950

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Our technician was here within an hour , repaired the pipe that was leaking and even found a second leak by the water heater that I would have never found until a major leak happened. He was very professional and easy to talk with ."
Water Line Install
New Curb Box
Our crew
Response time11 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
All Pro Remodeling
5.0(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+1 more

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
ACCI LLC
New to Angi
Septic System - Install or Replace

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

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 start to 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.\n

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Valpo Excavation & Septic
4.8(
36
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The goal was to build a sizable pole barn garage next to my house; however, my homes septic tank was in a terrible location that gave me at most 700 sq ft of build space. This was no problem for Russ and his team as they’ve done many septic tank relocations. He found a great spot for the new septic tank that allowed me to double the garage size! Also, he prepped and leveled the site for the future pole barn garage saving me time and money in the process. Call Valpo Excavation and Septic the next time you’ve run out of solutions. Russ and his team can help!"
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+103

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jet Man Hydrojetting
5.0(
3
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We serve our customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are a Family owned business with over 30 years of experience. Licensed and insured so give us a call or click for an estimate today!

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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Robert Balash Excavating
5.0(
3
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair

Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1963

Free estimates

Robert Balash Excavating is a three generation family run small business that has been serving Northwest Indiana since 1963. We pride ourselves will the highest craftsmanship and reliability for all projects large or small. Our dependability, honesty, and fairness sets us above the rest.

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

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.

You can cover a septic tank riser with dirt, but it’s not always the best idea. If you have a plastic riser and you bury it, you can easily lose track of it since you won’t be able to find it with a metal detector. Make sure to clearly note where your rise is in your yard so that you’re able to access it easily the next time you or a septic pro needs it. Don’t bury the cover too deep or you could place too much stress on it and make it too difficult to access in the future.

Signs that your well is dry include a decrease in water pressure, strange odors coming from faucets, cloudy, bubbly, or discolored water, and water that’s warmer than normal. Signs that your well pump is bad are similar, but you may also notice higher-than-average electric bills, strange clicking sounds, and faucets that spit or sputter.

A septic tank with a 1,500-gallon capacity is good for larger homes with up to 6 or 7 bedrooms. The average home can go with a smaller tank, about 1,000 gallons, which supports a home size of up to 2,500 square feet, or a home with about three bedrooms.

A properly installed and maintained septic drain field (also known as a leach field) can last up to 50 years, though the average is around 20 years. However, factors like poor soil conditions, heavy usage, or improper maintenance can significantly shorten its lifespan to 15-20 years.

To extend the life of your drain field:

  • Schedule Regular Inspections: Have the entire septic system, including the drain field, inspected every two to five years to catch problems early.

  • Protect the Area: Avoid driving heavy vehicles or placing heavy structures over the drain field. Plant only grass or other lightweight vegetation with shallow roots over the area.

  • Maintain the Septic Tank: Proper care of the septic tank, including regular pumping and avoiding harmful chemicals, prevents strain on the drain field.

Be aware of signs of failure, such as strange odors, standing water, or unusually lush grass over the field, which indicate your system may need professional attention.

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