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Toutges Brothers Septic & Excavating LLC
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Serving Cologne, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. With more than 45 years experience, you can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today $100 per estimate!\n\nFamily Owned and Operated

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
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Serving Cologne, MN 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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Hanson Plumbing Industries
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Septic System - Repair

Serving Cologne, MN and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

Hanson Plumbing Industries is a full-service plumbing contractor serving Minnesota with reliable, detail-driven workmanship. We handle everything from residential and commercial repairs to installations, remodels, and utility plumbing, delivering precise solutions tailored to each project. Based in the Twin Cities area, we proudly serve customers throughout Anoka, Hennepin, and surrounding counties. Our focus is simple: dependable service, clear communication, and high-quality results on every job.

Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

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. 

Common signs that a septic tank is full include plumbing issues, odors, and changes in your yard. You may notice wastewater or sewage backing up into your home's drains, or that sinks, tubs, and toilets are draining slowly. Gurgling or bubbling sounds from the pipes are also a key indicator. Outside, you might smell foul sewage odors around your house or the septic tank area. Look for pooling water, spongy soil, or a marshy environment around the drain field. Another tell-tale sign is a patch of grass over the septic system that is suddenly lusher and greener than the rest of your lawn. If you notice any of these signs, you should contact a septic professional for an inspection and pumping.

Septic tanks can clog if they aren’t pumped every few years since solid waste accumulates inside of them. Your tank might also clog if you have a habit of flushing anything other than human waste or toilet paper. Items like diapers, baby wipes, paper towels, cat litter, and personal hygiene products should never go down your pipes.

Ensuring you have adequate space for your engineered septic system is crucial. You’ll need to reserve approximately 900 square feet for a three-bedroom home’s system. However, the type of soil you have, soil absorption rate, the size of your home, climate, and local zoning code will impact the actual amount of space you need.

There are a lot of issues that can cause a septic tank to collapse. Those include failing to regularly pump or service it every three to five years, placing too much weight atop the system—by parking your car on top of it or because of a heavy snow buildup for instance—or because of structural damage done by overgrown tree roots.

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