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Avatar for MACC Construction, LLC
MACC Construction, LLC
4.3(
8
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Septic System - RepairSeptic System - Install or Replace

Serving Cottleville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Matt and his team did a great job installing our new septic system."
Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Avatar for Mission Septic and Drain LLC
Mission Septic and Drain LLC
5.0(
5
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Cottleville, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Mission Septic and Drain, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Avatar for HS Sewer and Drain
HS Sewer and Drain
4.9(
7
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+1 more

Serving Cottleville, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

HS Sewer and Drain is proud to provide homeowners, realtors, and commercial businesses with quality plumbing service since 2011! With years of experience, our service professionals have the knowledge, tools, and resources to handle all of your sewer and septic needs! Whether your problem arises during the day, at night, on a weekend, or even over the holidays, you can rest assured that HS Sewer & Drain will arrive and get your plumbing back in order. From septic systems to sewer mains, we can do it all in a safe and timely manner. If your plumbing is clogging up your time then don't try and figure it out yourself- let the pros give you a hand! Give us a call today!

New riser and lid
Exposing buried lid
100' sewer line replacement
100' Sewer Line Replacement
Finished Grade

+19

Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SET PLUMBING, LLC
5.0(
6
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Septic System - Install or Replace

Serving Cottleville, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Offers commercial services

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. 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 to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Cottleville, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I had to pay an $85 service call fee (on top of monthly Choice Home Warranty subscription) to have a guy literally look at the outside of the tank and tell me it was just the burner."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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CHCS Construction Services & Property Management
5.0(
6
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Cottleville, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
Response rate97%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

A properly installed and maintained septic drain field (also known as a leach field) can last up to 50 years, though the average is around 20 years. However, factors like poor soil conditions, heavy usage, or improper maintenance can significantly shorten its lifespan to 15-20 years.

To extend the life of your drain field:

  • Schedule Regular Inspections: Have the entire septic system, including the drain field, inspected every two to five years to catch problems early.

  • Protect the Area: Avoid driving heavy vehicles or placing heavy structures over the drain field. Plant only grass or other lightweight vegetation with shallow roots over the area.

  • Maintain the Septic Tank: Proper care of the septic tank, including regular pumping and avoiding harmful chemicals, prevents strain on the drain field.

Be aware of signs of failure, such as strange odors, standing water, or unusually lush grass over the field, which indicate your system may need professional attention.

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.

The bacteria already present in your septic system should be enough to break down solids in a properly maintained septic tank. However, if you’re in a DIY mood, you can try adding (well-mashed) rotten tomatoes to help the good bacteria fulfill their duty. Just make sure you give them a couple hours to work after flushing them down.

Septic drain fields should be at least 10 feet from the property line, though exact requirements vary by location. Some areas may require further distances, such as 25 feet or more, depending on soil conditions and local health regulations. This extension ensures proper wastewater absorption and prevents contamination of neighboring homes.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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