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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

"had an immediate opening and the septic tank was pumped the first day of business after I submitted my request to Home Advisor."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Alter Ambur Managment
4.0(
4
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Septic System - Install or Replace

Serving Melvindale, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Alter Ambur Managment is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service 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. We look forward to working with you!\n

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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

"The team worked fast and cleaned up afterwards. Friendly family-owned and operated business. Knowledgeable and accessible management. Fast response times, which is super important when sewage is backing up! Would hire again."
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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

"When another company tried to overcharge me for a simple inspection, I reached out to MECA Drains. Nate responded to my call within the hour, and came out to my home the same day, while charging a very reasonable price. 10/10 customer service. I will be using them for all of my future needs."
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+12

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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US Drain, Inc.
4.3(
12
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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

"Turns out the leak was the result of a years-old faulty faucet part. The tech had a replacement in his truck that he was able to get to work -- and that was three years ago and it still works fine. We really appreciate what he did because our water bill actually went down.
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+5

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

The best times of year to pump or empty a septic tank are spring and fall. Many professionals recommend spring because the ground has thawed, making the tank easier to access, and any snowmelt or rainfall can aid in proper drainage. Pumping before summer is also ideal to avoid conflicts with vacations or outdoor gatherings.

Fall is another great option, as contractors may be less busy than in the spring. Servicing the tank in late fall or early spring can also reduce the risk of overflow from extra precipitation during winter and spring.

While summer is a possibility, winter is generally not recommended. The ground is often frozen, which can make it difficult to access the tank, and the waste inside may also be frozen.

Adding a thin layer of dirt over a septic drain field is fine, especially if soil erosion has occurred. However, adding too much dirt can compact the soil, reducing the drain field’s ability to absorb and filter wastewater properly. Avoid using heavy clay soil, as it can prevent proper drainage. Instead, use a light layer of topsoil and plant grass to help with soil stability.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Most homeowners know there’s a septic system problem when they can smell one. However, this isn’t exactly a scientific deduction method. Consider some of the other signs: standing water or constantly damp earth in the drainage area, toilets and sinks that won’t drain or frequently back up, and loud plumbing. You really need to be on top of routine maintenance with septic systems in order to avoid such unpleasant symptoms of a septic issue. 

With so much available information about the ecological effects of cesspools (and their general unpleasantness), it begs the question: Are cesspools legal? In short, sort of. Large-capacity cesspools that serve more than 20 people are completely illegal countrywide. Existing, smaller cesspools are generally allowed as long as they’re not actively polluting. However, new cesspools are illegal to build in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, and many states offer programs to help homeowners with the costs of updating cesspools to modern septic systems.

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