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Q: What is a good perc rate for a septic system?

• <div><p>Perc rates vary dramatically, and a good perc rate could be anything from 5 minutes per inch of drainage to 60 minutes per inch. The lower the number, the faster your system will drain and the more effective it will be. A 60-minute-per-inch drain rate is the highest number considered to be good, or even allowable, draining.</p></div>

Q: Can you put water softener backwash into a septic tank?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Q: How do I know if my well pump is bad?

• <div><p>There are a few signs you can look out for to determine if your well pump needs to be repaired or replaced, including the following:</p><ul><li><p>Your water pressure fluctuates.</p></li><li><p>You lose water entirely on occasion.</p></li><li><p>You notice the pump making unusual noises.</p></li><li><p>Water sputters out of your fixtures.</p></li><li><p>Your utility bills suddenly spike without explanation.</p></li><li><p>You notice sediment or cloudiness in your water.</p></li><li><p>You hear that the pump runs continuously.</p></li></ul><p>If you notice any of these issues, call a professional well pump repair service to inspect it and determine whether you should repair or replace it.</p></div>

Q: How often should you get your septic tank pumped?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-septic-tank-pumping-cost.htm">septic tank should be pumped</a> once every three to five years<b> </b>or sooner if there&rsquo;s a problem with your plumbing backing up. A large 5+ person family who frequently has guests over using the bathroom or who pours a lot of water and food down the garbage disposal may need to get it pumped closer to every two years.</p></div>

Q: What size well pump do I need for my house?

• <div><p>Estimating what size well pump you need is challenging and often inaccurate, but a general rule of thumb is to take the number of fixtures&mdash;including water-consuming appliances&mdash;in your home and aim for that number in gallons per minute. That calculation method would allow for every fixture in your home to use about one gallon of water per minute. However, it&rsquo;s best to leave the pump size determination to a professional technician, as they can ensure your pump is providing your home with sufficient water, especially during peak usage hours.</p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Dick managed the septic repair project like a conductor with an orchestra. He arrived early and made sure his employee took his time and did a thorough job. Dick was right person for my job--he was perfect!
Advanced Septic Technologies
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Reviewed in April 2023
Young's Septic was professional and courteous. They showed me every step they were taking. I had the septic inspected and the inspector said the septic had electrical or pump issues. The pump ended up having to be replaced, which I thought might happen because the system had not been...
Youngs Septic Services
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Reviewed in March 2022
Every person that we encountered from the phone, technicians, etc. have been phenomenal! they have been personable, professional, knowledgeable and courteous. I highly recommend if you need plumbing service, sewer or septic... call this amazing company!
A-1 Sewer & Septic Service Inc
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Reviewed in February 2020
I originally called to replace the flush valve and replace the bolts between the tank to the bowl since they were rusted together and leaking. When the plumber came out he was able to cut out the old bolts but he discovered that the toilet was so old that modern parts would not work, so the...
Taylor Plumbing Services Inc
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Reviewed in July 2018
Excellent service. Arrived on time for an estimate, located the tank on the first try, and gave options with the price of each. On the date of service, he showed up on time, dug access by hand (to avoid damage to the yard), installed the riser, pumped/cleaned the tank, and charged exactly the...
FIMPLE SEWER & DRAIN CLEANING
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Reviewed in April 2017
It went well. Levi was very great to work as he worked late helping me find the top of my tank and he answered all my questions.
All City Root'r Inc
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Reviewed in August 2013
The carpet got cleaned but was not professional looking (actually, i wouldn't have let him in not knowing who he was). I thought it would be one price but he said part of the spot treatment was not included (special) or something. He didn't carry his own tanks of water, he filled the tanks...
Ray Cochran and Company LLC
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Reviewed in October 2012
The actual cost for the water heater (50 gallon with 12 yr. warranty) I got fromHome Depot was $588. The initial on-site quote/estimate prior to installation was $290. We were fine with the quote and so let the technician start the installation. Somehow the technician kept on adding items to the...
A.B. May Heating, A/C, Plumbing & Electrical
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Reviewed in September 2012
My truck began running rough so I replaced the air and fuel filters and ran a bottle of Heet through my fuel tank to get rid of any water in the tank. The problem still existed. I called Mastertech on Tuesday, September 4th and scheduled an appointment for Thursday, the 6th. I dropped my truck...
MASTER-TECH AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR INC.
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Reviewed in October 2011
Mike did a very good job. He had to do some remodeling in order to install the new tank. His remodeling work was excellent. It took him a little over 3 hrs to do the job.
American Plumbing Services LP
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