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Avatar for Choice Home Warranty
Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Swanton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Well. Only problem was delay in response time after claim was filed online. Water tank started leaking Thanksgiving morning and no reply until I called the Regional Manager."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Swanton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"I just pay $75 you never know who's going to come out. They do everything electrical. Just about everything is covered except the septic tank. I had an air conditioner replaced. It went great, all I had to do was pay for the freon. He didn't charge e more than what was needed."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Western Maryland Septic
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Swanton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Western Maryland Septic is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. \n \nWestern Maryland Septic is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees, and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. \n \nWe look forward to working with you!

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Ashby Property Services
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Swanton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With over 10 years experience in the Landscaping and Excavation industry, Ashby Property Services is your industry expert in Garrett County. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee assures you we won't leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As an experienced business you can trust that we will treat your project as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you! \nMHIC#149684

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Home Performance Solutions Group
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Serving Swanton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At Home Performance Solutions Group, we have the means and know-how to make your home dreams a reality. We are qualified and highly recommended to take care of anything from septic systems to whole home renovations. With over 24 years of experience, you will be happy you called us! All work is guaranteed for 2 years. Call today and tell us what you need done! We're your one stop shop full service contractor.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maust Excavating
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Swanton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

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Harman Excavating, LLC
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Swanton, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Harman Excavating 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. \n

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Your septic tank naturally contains the good bacteria it needs, so you typically don't have to add more as the system produces them on its own. However, if you wish to replenish the bacteria, you can use natural methods. For example, you can add three rotten tomatoes to your garbage disposal or flush 1/4 ounce of active yeast down the toilet every three months. While store-bought septic enzymes and chemicals are available, many additives are unnecessary and may even harm your system. The most effective way to maintain a healthy bacterial balance is to avoid using chemical drain cleaners, which can kill the beneficial bacteria in your tank.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

Depending on local conditions, a deep well may be a better choice than a shallow well. Deeper well depth accesses groundwater that has been naturally filtered through many layers of soil and rock. This reduces surface contaminants and may offer cleaner water, but deep wells cost more money to build and maintain. The water may be harder and have higher radioactivity, too. 

The best bacteria to add to a septic tank is anaerobic bacteria, which doesn't use oxygen to break down solid waste. Because there is less oxygen in a septic tank, anaerobic bacteria can decompose sludge in a sealed environment. On the other hand, aerobic bacteria need oxygen and are prevalent in the leach or drain field of a septic system.

The easiest thing you can do to prolong the life of your septic system is to adopt septic-safe practices. This includes not flushing non-biodegradable items, chemicals, or excessive grease down drains and scheduling regular septic tank pumping to prevent buildup. It’s also important to fix plumbing leaks promptly and to practice water conservation to avoid overloading the system. To maintain your drain field, avoid heavy vehicle traffic and plant shallow-rooted vegetation in the area. Most importantly, invest in routine inspections and maintenance to detect and address issues early.

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