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Avatar for BOLTON SEPTIC LLC
BOLTON SEPTIC LLC
4.5(
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Melvindale, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called and scheduled a routine pumping. Two days later my septic tank backed into the house. Bolton was awesome in getting me in today to get it pumped. Awesome service. Would definitely recommend them and will be using them in the future"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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All-In-One Construction Sewer & Drain
5.0(
9
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Melvindale, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was excellent. They're the best I ever came across. I had nothing bad to say about these people."
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+22

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Stars Drains and Plumbing
4.6(
60
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Serving Melvindale, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came out super fast Very polite Excellent service Extremely knowledgeable Would definitely use again for all my plumbing needs Highly Recommend"
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Outside cleanout snake
Spigot

+12

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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US Drain, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Melvindale, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After calling countless plumbing companies that could not respond to our emergency plumbing issue I was starting to lose hope. Then I tried Angie's List to see if there were any professionals closer to home. That is when I came across Bill with Us Drain, Inc. He was kind enough to come right away and let us know exactly what was going on with our plumbing issues that were causing us so much grief. We very much appreciate his expertise and would recommend him as a trusted professional to our neighbors and family in our area."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Levine & Sons
4.2(
319
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Serving Melvindale, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely wonderful. Bruce is a plumbing expert who shares his expertise in a very comprehensive way. Bruce goes out of his way to answer questions. Bruce is one of the few Grohe specialist in the Detroit area. Very happy to have his expertise."
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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The HOUSE PROFESSOR
4.7(
11
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Serving Melvindale, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Credit card accepted

"Richard is professional, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. He discusses and explains the home inspection as you go and also provides a detailed written report for your records. His prices are fair and straight forward. As a first time home buyer, he took his time in answering questions and explained things in a way that made it easy for me to understand."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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E.L. Aprea Services, LLC
4.0(
56
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Melvindale, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Master plumber, has done many plumbing projects for me. Fernando never disappoints."
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+43

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Concrete septic tank risers are heavier and more durable than plastic or fiberglass ones, making them suitable for long-term use. Installing a concrete riser differs from installing plastic or fiberglass risers primarily in the materials and methods used. The process involves cutting the concrete risers to the required length and then stacking them, using concrete sealant or adhesive between sections for secure attachment. Due to their weight, extra care is necessary during leveling and the attachment of sections. Concrete sealant or adhesive may also require a curing before the riser is ready for use.

For homes with a septic tank, harsh chemicals like those found in drain cleaner or bleach aren’t recommended. Some chemical drain cleaners can disrupt the balance of bacteria in the septic tank or damage your pipes. For homes with a septic tank, you can choose drain cleaners specifically formulated for use with septic tanks or go with a drain snake. When in doubt, make sure you know who to call for a clogged drain. 

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), septic tanks must be located a decent distance from places subject to flooding or surface ponding. Additionally, septic tanks should be installed on level ground so that the waste can properly settle in the tank. Most tanks are located 10 to 20 feet away from the home. More specific requirements vary by location, so call a local septic pro or your local health department for more information.

A household of four can easily fill a 1,000-gallon septic tank within a week. It may be 10 to 14 days for smaller households. But the reason why you don't need weekly pumping is because the tank's contents eventually reach the overflow pipe. They flow down this pipe to the absorption area whenever water is used in your home. The tank keeps working at this full level until it's pumped again.

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.

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