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"We have an irrigation well built and serviced by Well Water Connection. John the owner was very responsive, and the irrigation well has been a good investment making watering our green lawn pay for the well in just a couple years since town water is also expensive. Drilling for water around here is tricky, and we have had to figure out how to manage our well water usage. Well Water Connection has been a solid partner in maintaining our irrigation well."

Nelson L on April 2025

Design, Installation and Maintenance services for Water Wells, Pump and Tank Systems, Control Systems, Water Treatment Systems and more! We also specialize in treating rust stains from your irrigation system!

"We have an irrigation well built and serviced by Well Water Connection. John the owner was very responsive, and the irrigation well has been a good investment making watering our green lawn pay for the well in just a couple years since town water is also expensive. Drilling for water around here is tricky, and we have had to figure out how to manage our well water usage. Well Water Connection has been a solid partner in maintaining our irrigation well."

Nelson L on April 2025


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Clear Water Pump & Well Service, Inc.

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Clear Water Pump & Well Service, Inc.

4.91(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
108 local quotes requested

Clear Water Pump & Well Service, Inc. is your trusted partner for all your well, water filtration and pump service needs in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With over 15 years of experience, we are the leading experts in the industry. Our commitment is to deliver exceptional service without compromising on quality, all at an affordable price. We have extensive knowledge of the latest technology in the Water Well Industry in Massachusetts and beyond, and our services are available throughout the region. Contact us today and let us earn your business.

"Good job done."

John N on November 2024

Clear Water Pump & Well Service, Inc. is your trusted partner for all your well, water filtration and pump service needs in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With over 15 years of experience, we are the leading experts in the industry. Our commitment is to deliver exceptional service without compromising on quality, all at an affordable price. We have extensive knowledge of the latest technology in the Water Well Industry in Massachusetts and beyond, and our services are available throughout the region. Contact us today and let us earn your business.

"Good job done."

John N on November 2024


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Morris Heating & Air Conditioning

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Morris Heating & Air Conditioning

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
63 local quotes requested

Morris Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be Essex County’s most trusted HVAC team since 1998. Whether you need AC or heater maintenance, repairs, or complete replacements and new installations, the local company can handle it. Expect quality work and customer care every time. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning responds quickly, arrives as scheduled, and leaves no mess behind. Additionally, the company is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for any emergency heating or cooling in Ipswich or the surrounding areas. Call now to request a service. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning has financing options and special rebates in place to help with budget concerns. Ask about their maintenance plans and online coupons as well to get instant savings.

"Fast, efficient."

David O on December 2024

Morris Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be Essex County’s most trusted HVAC team since 1998. Whether you need AC or heater maintenance, repairs, or complete replacements and new installations, the local company can handle it. Expect quality work and customer care every time. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning responds quickly, arrives as scheduled, and leaves no mess behind. Additionally, the company is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for any emergency heating or cooling in Ipswich or the surrounding areas. Call now to request a service. Morris Heating & Air Conditioning has financing options and special rebates in place to help with budget concerns. Ask about their maintenance plans and online coupons as well to get instant savings.

"Fast, efficient."

David O on December 2024


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Pioneer Basement

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Pioneer Basement

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Customers say: Super punctual
94 local quotes requested
41 years of experience

Additional service area - Cohasset, Fitchburg, Worcester, portions of Chelsea-Saugus, Chelmsford Counties. South Shore & Cape Cod and All of Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1984. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional phone - (800) 439-0788. Additional DBA - Pioneer Basement Waterproofing Inc.

"Went well. pumps replaced"

Esther H on August 2022

Additional service area - Cohasset, Fitchburg, Worcester, portions of Chelsea-Saugus, Chelmsford Counties. South Shore & Cape Cod and All of Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1984. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional phone - (800) 439-0788. Additional DBA - Pioneer Basement Waterproofing Inc.

"Went well. pumps replaced"

Esther H on August 2022


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Hot & Cold Plumbing & Heating LLC

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Hot & Cold Plumbing & Heating LLC

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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

SUPER SERVICE AWARD 2025,2024,2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019,2018,2017,2016, 2015, 2014 AND 2013 PLUMBING. Hot & Cold Plumbing & Heating LLC is a full service plumbing, heating and gas-fitting company. For an immediate response to all your plumbing and heating needs, CALL (978) 701-1617.

"Eric is a professional and a master at his craft. He takes the time to explain everything to the customer as well. He makes it a very comfortable experience. Always returns phone calls and gets to you ASAP. Eric is extremely honest too. Came in well under other quotes I got from local plumbers. Eric is my go to for all things plumbing when needed. Highly recommend Hot and Cold Plumbing and Heating. "

Stephen T on December 2025

SUPER SERVICE AWARD 2025,2024,2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019,2018,2017,2016, 2015, 2014 AND 2013 PLUMBING. Hot & Cold Plumbing & Heating LLC is a full service plumbing, heating and gas-fitting company. For an immediate response to all your plumbing and heating needs, CALL (978) 701-1617.

"Eric is a professional and a master at his craft. He takes the time to explain everything to the customer as well. He makes it a very comfortable experience. Always returns phone calls and gets to you ASAP. Eric is extremely honest too. Came in well under other quotes I got from local plumbers. Eric is my go to for all things plumbing when needed. Highly recommend Hot and Cold Plumbing and Heating. "

Stephen T on December 2025


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LMH CONSTRUCTION GROUP LLC

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LMH CONSTRUCTION GROUP LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
43 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every 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.

"Let me start off by saying that these guys are great. They did my bathroom, kept everything clean, and anytime I had question or concern, they were quick to respond. I now will rehire them to do my basement and remodel my kitchen?"

Barbara S on October 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every 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.

"Let me start off by saying that these guys are great. They did my bathroom, kept everything clean, and anytime I had question or concern, they were quick to respond. I now will rehire them to do my basement and remodel my kitchen?"

Barbara S on October 2025


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River View Construction Co.

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River View Construction Co.

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Welcome to River View Construction Co. Established in 2014 - We offer General Contracting, Excavation, Forestry Services, Plowing & Sanding. We are fully insured & reputable. We strive to provide an elite experience, seamless, professional & with sense of urgency.

Welcome to River View Construction Co. Established in 2014 - We offer General Contracting, Excavation, Forestry Services, Plowing & Sanding. We are fully insured & reputable. We strive to provide an elite experience, seamless, professional & with sense of urgency.



Ferris Plumbing & Heating

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Ferris Plumbing & Heating

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Ferris Plumbing & Heating serves all of MA + NH. Our core values are based on top notch quality work, reliable and honest service. The Ferris plumbing standard is going above & beyond, making it easier & cheaper the next time servicing needs to be completed. We specialize in Remodels (bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, etc) and are equipped with a dedicated crew that has the ability to complete the entire project, from beginning to end, minimizing the contractors in your home, & reducing the project timeline. We also do ALL plumbing and heating related service & installs. All active military and veterans receive a 10% discount and customers 65+ will also receive a 10% discount. Se habla español. WE SUPPORT BLM! We offer 24/7 emergency service.

"Excellent. I called Ferris Plumbing on a Thursday afternoon and left a message. Matt returned my call the next morning. After I explained the problem, Matt said he would try to get to me that day (Friday), but he may not be able to. Meanwhile, he suggested not using that toilet. He called later that day and said he couldn't make it, but would be able to on Monday. He called me on Monday morning to confirm that he would be coming and gave me a estimated time of arrival. Matt wasn't able to come himself, but two of his plumbers arrived mid-morning. I explain all of this because Matt's communication was OUTSTANDING. I always knew the status and I knew he would be arriving as soon as he could. His two plumbers were also excellent and efficient. They replaced the toilet flange and gasket, and remounted the toilet without needing to disturb the downstairs ceiling. I should mention that the toilet is the original installation of 48 years ago. The original gasket was completely disintegrated to the point that only few small fragments of it were left. They were also very careful to protect the carpet just outside the bathroom by placing a drop cloth to protect it. Their service and work was EXCELLENT. We are considering remodeling that bathroom and Ferris Plumbing will certainly be our first choice to do the work. I highly recommend (Matt) Ferris Plumbing."

Bruce B on November 2021

Ferris Plumbing & Heating serves all of MA + NH. Our core values are based on top notch quality work, reliable and honest service. The Ferris plumbing standard is going above & beyond, making it easier & cheaper the next time servicing needs to be completed. We specialize in Remodels (bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, etc) and are equipped with a dedicated crew that has the ability to complete the entire project, from beginning to end, minimizing the contractors in your home, & reducing the project timeline. We also do ALL plumbing and heating related service & installs. All active military and veterans receive a 10% discount and customers 65+ will also receive a 10% discount. Se habla español. WE SUPPORT BLM! We offer 24/7 emergency service.

"Excellent. I called Ferris Plumbing on a Thursday afternoon and left a message. Matt returned my call the next morning. After I explained the problem, Matt said he would try to get to me that day (Friday), but he may not be able to. Meanwhile, he suggested not using that toilet. He called later that day and said he couldn't make it, but would be able to on Monday. He called me on Monday morning to confirm that he would be coming and gave me a estimated time of arrival. Matt wasn't able to come himself, but two of his plumbers arrived mid-morning. I explain all of this because Matt's communication was OUTSTANDING. I always knew the status and I knew he would be arriving as soon as he could. His two plumbers were also excellent and efficient. They replaced the toilet flange and gasket, and remounted the toilet without needing to disturb the downstairs ceiling. I should mention that the toilet is the original installation of 48 years ago. The original gasket was completely disintegrated to the point that only few small fragments of it were left. They were also very careful to protect the carpet just outside the bathroom by placing a drop cloth to protect it. Their service and work was EXCELLENT. We are considering remodeling that bathroom and Ferris Plumbing will certainly be our first choice to do the work. I highly recommend (Matt) Ferris Plumbing."

Bruce B on November 2021


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New Hampshire Groundscapes

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New Hampshire Groundscapes

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

NHG is your local excavation & site work company. We offer many different services such as septic system installs/ replacements & designs, site work for new houses, garages, additions & commercial buildings. NHG also provides concrete foundation services. We can accomplish the site work for your project and install the foundation & concrete floor as well. We are your one stop shop!! Other services that we offer are yard/ driveway & parking lot grading/ expansion, stumping, pool pads, tree removal, sink hole dig out & fill, ledge hammering, water/sewer line services/repairs, & much more. We take great pride in providing our customers with very competitive prices and always deliver satisfactory results! Visit our website and Facebook for reviews and pictures of completed and ongoing projects.

"Great. will use them again."

Cheryl D on November 2020

NHG is your local excavation & site work company. We offer many different services such as septic system installs/ replacements & designs, site work for new houses, garages, additions & commercial buildings. NHG also provides concrete foundation services. We can accomplish the site work for your project and install the foundation & concrete floor as well. We are your one stop shop!! Other services that we offer are yard/ driveway & parking lot grading/ expansion, stumping, pool pads, tree removal, sink hole dig out & fill, ledge hammering, water/sewer line services/repairs, & much more. We take great pride in providing our customers with very competitive prices and always deliver satisfactory results! Visit our website and Facebook for reviews and pictures of completed and ongoing projects.

"Great. will use them again."

Cheryl D on November 2020

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

A septic tank riser features a base ring that you need to install flush to the opening of the septic tank. After thoroughly cleaning the opening of the tank, fit the base ring over the opening and use a butyl sealant rope to create an airtight seal with the tank’s rim. Cut the riser rings to the appropriate height and stack them on the base ring. Then, install the riser lid. This task might be taken on by an experienced DIYer, but you should always call a septic tank professional if you are unsure of your skills.

A septic system can fail for various reasons, and most commonly, excessive water use or sudden surges in wastewater can overwhelm the system's capacity. Neglecting regular maintenance, like tank pumping and inspections, can also lead to clogs, leaks, and eventual breakdowns. Other issues that lead to failure include age-related wear and tear, root infiltration, improper disposal of non-biodegradable materials or chemicals into the system, unsuitable soil conditions, physical damage, and even environmental factors like flooding or soil erosion.

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.

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.

Expect to take at least a day to drill your own well by hand. For a 500-foot well, this could take even longer, depending on the makeup of the soil and the terrain you are drilling through. Other factors include your physical strength and overall fitness level and the weather conditions you’re working in.

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