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The Plumbers Plumber LLC
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Serving Clever, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work installing a new sewer line. Great price. Friendly people. Will definitely call them again for plumbing."
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Response time6 hrs
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Elite Construction and Excavation
4.3(
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Serving Clever, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Elite Construction and Excavation \n\nWe provide a wide variety or excavation and utility install services! \n\n\nWe pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Response time3 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Hillhouse Pumping Co., LLC
5.0(
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Serving Clever, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

"I hired Tommy Ray septic cleaning. He did a wonderful job. He had th dig 2 holes th locate and open both septic openings. He was a Christian family man. 5 stars for work."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dan's Well Done, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Clever, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Dan's Well Done, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

Response time2 days
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Scott Cramblett Excavating, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Clever, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Scott Cramblett has been working since 1992 to provide quality excavating, grading, and sloping solutions to Branson and the surrounding areas. Let us show you why we are the best!\n\n

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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Clever, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Well. Only problem was delay in response time after claim was filed online. Water tank started leaking Thanksgiving morning and no reply until I called the Regional Manager."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Clever, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"Takes for ever to get a return a call. Also took a week to get someone out for repairs. They said they would reimburse me for septic repairs and it took over 3 months for that to happen."
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Gilbert's Remodeling and Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Clever, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle all of your plumbing and excavation needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Gilbert's Remodeling and Excavation a call today, we look forward to working with you!\n

Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

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.

The dimensions of a 500-gallon concrete septic tank can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, but the tank is large enough to handle the wastewater of a small home with up to one bedroom. Keep in mind that some states have a minimum septic tank size, and this often starts at 750 gallons. A 500-gallon septic tank may be too small to meet local regulations.

Your drain field or leach field should be 1 to 3 feet under the ground. It will be a little shallower than the septic tank, although it can be the same depth or slightly deeper. The proper depth of the septic tank is up to 4 feet. It’s possible that your local regulatory agency requires a certain depth for your drain field.

A septic system can fail for various reasons, and most commonly, excessive water use or sudden surges in wastewater can overwhelm the system's capacity. Neglecting regular maintenance, like tank pumping and inspections, can also lead to clogs, leaks, and eventual breakdowns. Other issues that lead to failure include age-related wear and tear, root infiltration, improper disposal of non-biodegradable materials or chemicals into the system, unsuitable soil conditions, physical damage, and even environmental factors like flooding or soil erosion.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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