How can you tell if your well water is bad?

• <div><p>Some of the signs that could mean your water is contaminated, such as cloudiness or bubbliness, could also be non-problems that don’t affect your water’s potability. However, if your water smells or tastes strange, it’s a good idea to stop drinking it and test it immediately. If your well water is contaminated, the best way to discover that is to test it.</p></div>

What does baking soda do to a septic tank?

• <div><p>Baking soda does very little to nothing for a septic tank, but it can help unclog a drain or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-clean-garbage-disposal-smells.htm">clean out a garbage disposal</a>. Rotten tomatoes and yeast are the best ways to increase the bacteria in your septic tank naturally. You can add these to your system once every three months.</p></div>

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Q: What are the disadvantages of a mound septic system?

• <div><p>While mound septic systems can provide cost-effective wastewater treatment in many instances, they do come at a significant initial installation cost and require a lot of space on your property for the mound and its replacement field. The installation cost is so high because this is a project that requires an exceptional level of skills and expertise to execute properly.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of having a well?

• <div><p>The disadvantages of having a well include more maintenance, like annual testing and inspections, and high up-front costs to drill a well. Well water is also vulnerable to contamination, which is why keeping up with testing is important if you own a well. When it comes to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/whats-difference-between-city-water-and-well-water.htm">well water versus city water</a>, well water does offer more independence and is a reliable water source.</p></div>

Q: How do I choose the right septic system for my property?

• <div><p>Consider site conditions, soil type, required capacity, and system designs compatible with environmental protection regulations.</p></div>

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Nate and his crew added metal roofing and siding, doors and windows to an old barn and gave it a new life.
Howell Roofing and Construction
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Reviewed in October 2024
Excellent experience from the initial consultation all the way to installation. Tyrel, our Salesman was really nice and explained everything clearly. The installers were also top notch. Micah and his team did a great job!
Renewal by Andersen of Montana
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Reviewed in May 2023
Sterling, is amazing to work with.. heâ s prompt. Heâ s very good at listening to your ideas and coming up with the solutions to accomplish the desired look. He is very talented, and his attention to detail is impeccableâ ¦
Dynamic Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
I have hired the Canco Water restoration to start my water damage project. So far just their initial review of the work I need done was a great experience. Matt and Darean were extremely professional and very understanding of my worries and have reassured any doubt I had. I can't wait to get the...
Payton Mechanical & Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
The work was done in a timely manner. Great workmanship and great pricing! Amazing to deal would recommend to everyone.
Iron Mountain Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Both jobs were unusual. First was in a plaster and lathe ceiling. Second was on a very tall chimney. These craftsmen are great. I have tight scheduling and when you make an appointment, you make an appointment. I was really nervous about how much they charge (why I started with a small job...
Mr. Handyman of the Wichita Metro Area
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Reviewed in October 2021
The plumber was very knowledgeable. I learned a lot
American Plumbing, Heating and Excavation, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2020
They were punctual, efficient and great all around.
MG Construction & Rentals, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
John is a good contractor. I was very pleased with his work
Conaway Construction & Services
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Reviewed in July 2019
They were very friendly and courteous. Cleaned up well after themselves. A bit pricy though for 5 hrs.
Bogdan Oleksyn Construction - Unlicensed Contractor
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Serving Glendive, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"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."

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Serving Glendive, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"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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La-Tex Plumbing LLC.

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Serving Glendive, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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We take great pride in 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. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

While mound septic systems can provide cost-effective wastewater treatment in many instances, they do come at a significant initial installation cost and require a lot of space on your property for the mound and its replacement field. The installation cost is so high because this is a project that requires an exceptional level of skills and expertise to execute properly.

The disadvantages of having a well include more maintenance, like annual testing and inspections, and high up-front costs to drill a well. Well water is also vulnerable to contamination, which is why keeping up with testing is important if you own a well. When it comes to well water versus city water, well water does offer more independence and is a reliable water source.

Consider site conditions, soil type, required capacity, and system designs compatible with environmental protection regulations.

Some of the signs that could mean your water is contaminated, such as cloudiness or bubbliness, could also be non-problems that don’t affect your water’s potability. However, if your water smells or tastes strange, it’s a good idea to stop drinking it and test it immediately. If your well water is contaminated, the best way to discover that is to test it.

Baking soda does very little to nothing for a septic tank, but it can help unclog a drain or clean out a garbage disposal. Rotten tomatoes and yeast are the best ways to increase the bacteria in your septic tank naturally. You can add these to your system once every three months.

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