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Mitts Construction LLC
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Septic System - Install or Replace

Serving Elgin, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

When you hire a local septic company, you want to know that you're hiring a team you can rely on. You'll be glad you hired Mitts Septic and Excavating because...\n\n\nWe're a family-owned and -operated company\nWe've been in business serving the Rochester MN area for more than five years\nWe take pride in leaving our work sites clean\n\nWe set up durable residential and commercial septic systems. We'll work with a designer to install the customized plan for your home and commercial facility and ensure that it meets local requirements. We'll handle every part of the installation project, from clearing away brush to cleaning up the work site. Call 507-961-3385 today to get a free estimate on septic system services.\n\nMITTSSEPTIC.COM

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Response rate93%
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Elgin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"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."
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5 Star Excavating
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Serving Elgin, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are well diversed Excavating company with 20 years of experience in multiple fields. I personally value going above and beyond than what most normal contractors consider good enough, and we stride to constantly go above and beyond for our clients. Fair priced and honest, give us a call for free estimates.

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Modern septic tanks have two lids: one that covers the inlet where wastewater flows into the tank and one that covers the outlet where the treated water flows out to the drain field. However, older septic tanks installed before 1975 may have only one lid. Because septic tanks last 20 to 40 years, if yours only has one lid, it may be time for a replacement.

Common problems include low water pressure, no water, and strange noises. Regular maintenance prevents many issues.

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.

A septic tank lid is often 1 foot underground, but it could be just 4 inches from the surface or 4 feet deep. For septic tank lids that are closer to the surface, you’ll have an easier time locating them just by looking for signs in the yard or using a metal probe. But for septic tanks that are buried deeper underground, you’ll need to hire a pro with specialized equipment to track down the lid without risk of damaging utility lines.

Your septic tank naturally contains the beneficial bacteria it needs to function, so you typically don't need to add more. However, if you wish to replenish the bacteria, you can use natural methods. For example, you can add three overripe 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 experts consider them unnecessary and potentially harmful. The most effective way to maintain a healthy bacteria population is to avoid using chemical drain cleaners, which can kill the good bacteria in your system.

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