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Q: How deep are septic lines buried?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What are the pros and cons of buying a house with a septic tank?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;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&rsquo;t an option. Expensive repairs, potential odor issues, and regular maintenance are all cons of septic systems. </p></div>

Q: What are the signs that a septic system is failing?

• <div><p>Recognizing signs of a failing septic system is crucial to prevent costly damage and health hazards. Foul odors in and around your home, slow drainage in sinks and toilets, or gurgling noises in plumbing fixtures can indicate problems with drainage. Lush, green patches of grass near the drain field or wastewater pooling on the ground are alarming signs that may indicate a leak in the system. If you notice any of these symptoms, it's vital to address them promptly to avoid more extensive and expensive issues.</p></div>

Q: How big should a drain field be for my home’s septic system?

• <div><p>The size of your septic tank plays a role in determining the proper size of the drain or leach field. As a general rule, you should have 1 square foot of drain field size per gallon of septic tank capacity. However, you could install a leach field that&rsquo;s as much as 2.5 square feet per gallon of septic tank capacity. Most professionals determine the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-big-is-septic-tank.htm">right septic tank size</a> and drain field size by the number of bedrooms in the house. A three-bedroom house needs a minimum 1,000-gallon septic tank, for example.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between septic tanks and cesspits?

• <div><p>Septic tanks and cesspits are both types of sewage and wastewater systems, but they differ in key ways. The main difference between the two systems is that septic tanks separate sewage from wastewater and allow the latter to flow into a drainage field to filter and disperse into the soil. Cesspits don&rsquo;t have outlets and instead, store sewage until it needs to be pumped by a professional.</p></div>

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Last update on July 17, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
Very happy with Mr. Appliance. They arrived in a timely manner, placed a clean rug outside my door and placed clean booties over their shoes, keeping everything clean (this impressed me as most repair people or service people just track in whatever is on their feet. They found the issue with...
Mr. Appliance of Mid Michigan
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Reviewed in April 2026
I have reviewed Elite Heating and Cooling before - for repairs. This time, they replaced a whole furnace and A/C unit. The quote was a bit more than a friend who had another company put in almost the same unit. The results were very different. My experience with Elite was exceptional. They were...
Elite Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in April 2025
The crew was professional and went right to work. They were very thorough and fast. They cleaned up so you would not know they had been here. I am very pleased with the insulation and the crew that installed it.
RetroFoam of Michigan Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2024
This man is Awesome. I couldn't get anyone to come fix me and put in an surge protector now required by state before inspector would come out. Called just about everyone two weeks out minimum call this company owned company when he found out i was disabled he came out that night to see what...
Elite Electrical Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Owner was absolutely amazing. Took his time and explained everything along in the process. He even went out of his way to fix the flange due to issues I was having with a plumbing service I had hired previously. Highly recommend this company for repairs!
Advanced Flooring Design
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Reviewed in February 2023
They explain what is to done. They also explained and showed the mistakes the original installers of our carpet did.
Fauble Floor Covering LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
Most reliable, professional and skilled contractors I've ever seen. Awesome service!
DAC, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2022
Five Star Bath Solutions did a wonderful job in our bathroom. The installer were kind, courteous, and very professional. The entire process took less than 2 days, and our new shower looks great. If we ever needed to renovate our bathroom again, we would choose Five Star Bath Solutions in an...
Five Star Bath, Inc - Livonia
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Reviewed in May 2022
They did an excellent job. Everything was cleaned up in a timely manner. Very respectful, considerate and polite contractors!
Always There Tree Care
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Reviewed in July 2019
I ve had Rich pump and repair my septic tank recently. Does great work in a timely manner and his prices are reasonable. Have and will continue to recommend his services.
Shankel Septic Service, LLC
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Xtreme Excavation & Grading

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Serving Ithaca, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Xtreme Excavation and Grading was fantastic, my sewer pipe was backing up so i ran a camera and come to find out it was packed full with roots and waste, so I googled up some companies and got a couple quotes but the I called and spoke with Brandon (the owner of Xtreme) and him and his guys didn’t waste any time!! He told me the price (which was extremely reasonable nearly half as much as the other 2 places i called) came out the next day and fixed my issue, Very friendly and knowledgeable and they did great work!! I will definitely be keeping them in mind for future needs"

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Handyman Joe

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Happy.Have years of experience and general contracting?And automotive repair and maintenance experience on.Heavy equipment experience growing up on a dairy farm not much I cant fix or repair or install

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APO Septic and Excavating

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Serving Ithaca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"APO was amazing to work with. We definitely put their knowledge to the test. But no matter the question or hurdle we had inform of us they were there with answers or suggestions. I would highly recommend them to anyone. Plus they have a lot of connections with financial help if needed because we all know that septic systems are not cheap."

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Serving Ithaca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

We are sewer and drain cleaning specialist we have top of the line equipment to handle any drain residential or commercial. We have over 20 years in the industry.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Ithaca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"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 by82%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Ithaca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"The technician emptied the freezer, which was in the basement, to work on the part that needed repair. Then he neglected to put anything back into the freezer, including a turkey I had bought for Christmas and a rack of ribs. Two days after he left, I went out of town for two weeks. The turkey actually exploded and spewed its liquid all over everything, which had to be discarded. I let AHS know and they couldn't even bother to call me or follow up on this. I'm considering not renewing my contract with them because of the quality (or lack thereof) of many of the providers they send."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Deal's Excavating, LLC

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Serving Ithaca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Deal's Excavating, LLC specializes in grading, excavation, and septic tank installsl; we offer high quality service and expert consultation, backed by almost a decade of experience. We take pride in our work, and anything we do is done in the right way. We offer options for you, and listen to what you want. Call us now!

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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MichiganPro Home Inspections Saginaw-Bay City-Midland-BadAxe

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Serving Ithaca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

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"Kase did our new home inspection as well as the well/septic for the home we were selling. He was on time, professional and extremely pleasant to work with. When the VA needed some additional documents for our mortgage he got them right over to us (same day). And the owner and office manager were always friendly too. I would hire this company again and again."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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K&M Solutions

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Serving Ithaca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service provided to meet your needs. It is our mission to exhibit excellent workmanship and supreme dedication from start to finish of a project. We understand the needs and expectations of our customers, and take great care to work and communicate with them in a courteous and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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Inexpensive Plumbing and Drain

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Serving Ithaca, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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With 10 years experience, Inexpensive Plumbing and Drain has the knowledge and expertise for all of your plumbing needs. We take pride in quality work, pay close attention to details, and strive for customer satisfaction.

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Recognizing signs of a failing septic system is crucial to prevent costly damage and health hazards. Foul odors in and around your home, slow drainage in sinks and toilets, or gurgling noises in plumbing fixtures can indicate problems with drainage. Lush, green patches of grass near the drain field or wastewater pooling on the ground are alarming signs that may indicate a leak in the system. If you notice any of these symptoms, it's vital to address them promptly to avoid more extensive and expensive issues.

The size of your septic tank plays a role in determining the proper size of the drain or leach field. As a general rule, you should have 1 square foot of drain field size per gallon of septic tank capacity. However, you could install a leach field that’s as much as 2.5 square feet per gallon of septic tank capacity. Most professionals determine the right septic tank size and drain field size by the number of bedrooms in the house. A three-bedroom house needs a minimum 1,000-gallon septic tank, for example.

Septic tanks and cesspits are both types of sewage and wastewater systems, but they differ in key ways. The main difference between the two systems is that septic tanks separate sewage from wastewater and allow the latter to flow into a drainage field to filter and disperse into the soil. Cesspits don’t have outlets and instead, store sewage until it needs to be pumped by a professional.

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