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A & R Wastewater Management
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business+3 more

Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Since 1972, A&R has been a trusted leader in Septic, Sewer, and Environmental Services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. With decades of expertise and a commitment to quality, we provide dependable solutions for wastewater system maintenance, repair, and environmental compliance. Our team is available 24/7, offering fast, reliable support by phone, text, or email whenever you need us.

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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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Coe's Drain Cleaning Specialists
5.0(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Three Rivers, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

If you are ever in a situation in which you need plumbing services performed within your home or business, we strongly encourage you to contact Drain Cleaning Specialists immidiatly. While we are not a free service, we do offer experienced plumbing contractors who can get the job done in a fast and efficient manner. You can reach us with a single call on (269) 692-2738 whenever the need for plumbing services is needed.

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Certain foods are easier on your septic tank than others. Septic-safe foods include yogurt, fruit, cooked veggies, and bread because these items all break down relatively easily and can pass through your system safely. Rotten tomatoes, specifically, are actually good for your septic tank because they can increase the amount of good bacteria in the system. 

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.

Septic tanks naturally have bacteria that break down some of the solid waste in the septic tank. However, sludge buildup is just part of owning a septic system. While liquid wastewater can be filtered and treated through the system, a septic tank company has to pump the septic tank out at least every few years.

You should never park or drive on top of a septic field. Vehicles can weigh upwards of two tons, and this weight can put a lot of pressure on the leach lines in the drain field. Too much pressure on your leach lines may cause them to warp, crack, or completely burst. This is an expensive and very avoidable problem.

While you can drain water softener backwash into a septic tank, doing so may cause several problems. One problem is that increased sodium chloride levels from water softener backwash can kill septic tank bacteria, decreasing the effectiveness of this wastewater treatment system. Another issue is that large calcium deposits can eventually stop up the drain field and lead to poor drainage. 

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