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Schofield Environmental
4.2(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The professional was professional and trust worthy, the professional did what he said he was going to do."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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W Callahan Excavation
4.8(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill and team were the first of several contractors to respond, the most detail-oriented and highly communicative, the most fairly priced (middle of the pack, not too high, not suspiciously cheap). Very easy to deal with. Showed up as promised, on-time, and did the job efficiently."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Kellett Excavating, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very curtious and professional. Jim called me right away and came out the next morning. He did the job a couple of days later. They did an excellent job. We were very pleased. We would highly recommend Kellett Excavation."
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S&G Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"I have never experienced a more professional company than this one. These guys are top tier when it comes to septic repair. They walked me through everything that they were gonna do before they did it, so I wasnâ t confused what was happening. There pricing compared to other companyâ s is unbeatable. I would definitely hire these guys again in the future!"
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Tony Gideika Plumbing and Heating
4.3(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"My hose pipe was frozen and I had a flood in the basement. Tony sent a plumber over right away who replaced the broken pipe and figured out & fixed the issue that made it freeze in the first place. I was very pleased with the service and will definitely use Tony again."
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

The best solar-panel mounting system will depend on your property layout, but you’ll typically want to try for south-facing panels to get the most sun. Roof mounting and wall mounting are both popular, but if your well setup is far away from buildings and other structures you can also set up a freestanding aluminum frame to mount your panels.

A septic tank riser should extend to just above the ground level or slightly above it. The exact height can vary depending on local regulations and personal preferences, but a common guideline is to have the riser's top flush with or no more than a few inches above the surrounding ground. This height allows for easy access to the septic tank without creating a tripping hazard or obstructing mowing and landscaping activities. It's essential to ensure that the riser lid is easily visible and accessible for regular maintenance and inspection while being mindful of safety and aesthetics.

Septic tank locations are sometimes public record, although it depends on local laws and the property age. Older properties may not have the septic tank information on public record. To check, you can talk to local permitting agencies, such as your local health department, the local environmental department, or the county clerk.

When a septic tank is full, it needs to be professionally pumped. The average cost of a one-time septic tank pump is about $400, or $0.30 per gallon. If your septic tank is full, you may notice that you have issues flushing your toilet, pipes are draining very slowly, or you have a sewage smell lingering in your home or yard.

Talking with a septic pro before planting trees near your tank is best to ensure the roots won’t interfere with your septic system. However, there is an easy way to figure out where to plant a tree—but you’ll need to know how tall it can get when it’s fully grown. For instance, if the tree can reach 50 feet, plant it at least 50 feet from your septic system.

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