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Last update on July 22, 2022

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

Drain Pro Services
4.9(
69
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Riva, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Patrick responded the same day and gave me a quote of $150, as compared to $180 to $375 from other plumbers. He had to snake the pipes twice to clear the clog, but insisted he stick to his original flat rate quote of $150 despite my offering to pay more because he had to snake it twice."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Millersville Plumbing Inc
4.7(
257
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Riva, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They showed up on time and got right to work. The actual installation went okay. They, however, did a very poor job of cleaning up behind themselves. Also, when they refilled the hole they dug it wasn't close to being level with the rest of the yard. Instead there was a very visible large mound of dirt. I contacted them a week or so after having the work done, to discuss a concern, and the person I spoke with completely blew me off and dismissed my concern. That is when they lost any opportunity for repeat business from me."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Knock You Plumb Out Plumbing Inc.
4.5(
194
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Riva, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"**To everyone** This is the plumber you want to call !!! Typical FANTASTIC service call from "Knock You Plumb Out Plumbing". Our family was dead in the water, plumbing wise. We could not flush a toilet. Water was rising everywhere and all drains were gurgling. John Harris (owner), and a 2-man crew arrived 30 minutes after I sent a "Help!" E-mail to him. I could not believe he got to my home so quickly. John and his crew went to work diagnosing the problem. John started removing the plug on one end of my sewer system and found that my entire sewer system was under tremendous pressure due to all of the plunging I was doing. Before he started taking any more pipes apart in the basement, he asked if I had a septic system. I told him that I did and he said that my septic tank was probably full. John went out back, took the lid off of my septic system and found that the tank was almost completely full! Thanks to John, I then knew what the problem was and it was an easy fix. I had a septic cleaning company come out within a couple hours, and my house was back to normal. Thanks again John. This was the second time in 3 months he helped me out and I could not be happier. This guy is my only plumber?forever!
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Main sewer connection at the house
Working out of a shoring box
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sediment filter

+1

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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MPM Drain Cleaning & Sewer Repair
5.0(
7
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Riva, MD and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Highly pleased with my experience, MPM is highly skilled and preformed the job in a timely manner. 10/10 will hire again. Thank you!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bailey's Plumbing & Drain Services, LLC
4.6(
18
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Septic System - RepairSeptic System - Repair - For Business

Serving Riva, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"I didn't know how to evaluate the damage my stopped up basement drain was causing. But, Mr. Bailey was great and solved the problem quickly. He even did a little favor for me re: my slow bath tub drain. I would recommend his service; he was personable, professional and informative."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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AJ McDonald Co., Inc.
4.6(
12
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Riva, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1941

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They called me right away once I submitted the request through Home Advisor and arrived the next day. Work was done quickly. My questions were answered and they will remind me in three years to have my septic cleaned again. Can't ask for more than that! Not sure of the value for the money, did not price around."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks FAQs, answered by experts

Saving money on property taxes and having direct control over your waste system are both pros when buying a house with a septic tank. However, it’s easier on the house and the yard if a home can be hooked up to a municipal system, which is why septic tanks are best for homes where that isn’t an option. Expensive repairs, potential odor issues, and regular maintenance are all cons of septic systems. 

The average lifespan of a deep well pump is between 15 and 25 years, after which you’ll have to replace it. Several factors can affect the lifespan of a well pump, such as the quality of the unit. Proper maintenance and repair can also help extend your well pump’s lifespan as well as keep adequate water flow and pressure throughout your home.

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With regular servicing and general upkeep, both a well pump and pressure tank can last for years. The average lifespan of a well pump is around eight to 15 years. A well pressure tank can last from seven to 10 years. How long a well pump and pressure tank lasts also depends on a variety of factors such as type, size, material, and brand.

While dry wells can be effective for managing rainwater, they have several disadvantages. They can become clogged with sediment, especially after large storms, which reduces their effectiveness and can be difficult to clean. Dry wells are also not suitable for all soil types; they will not function properly in soil with low permeability. Additionally, if a dry well is not large enough to handle the amount of rainfall in your area, it can overflow. For gravity-flow models, the water may disperse very slowly, depending on the well's depth and the soil's permeability.

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