Top-rated septic tank pros.

Get matched with top septic tank pros in Ulm, MT

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your septic tank service project in Ulm, MT?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY ULM, MT HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon12
    Verified septic tank services reviews

Find Septic tank pros in Ulm

Avatar for Jones Excavation, LLC
Jones Excavation, LLC
5.0(
4
)
Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Ulm, MT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality work and superior customer service. We at JONES EXCAVATION strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. The work we do is done right as if it was for ourselves and customers trust us to recommend us to their friends and family. Good at communication with customers for each project.\n5 years of experience.

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for American Home Shield – Home Warranty
American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
)
Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Ulm, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"I just pay $75 you never know who's going to come out. They do everything electrical. Just about everything is covered except the septic tank. I had an air conditioner replaced. It went great, all I had to do was pay for the freon. He didn't charge e more than what was needed."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+2

Recommended by65%of homeowners
Scot Liggett Excavation
4.8(
2
)
Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Ulm, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Scot Liggett Excavation 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. Call us today!

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Best Value Plumbing and Rooter
New to Angi
Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - RepairSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Ulm, MT and surrounding areas

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.\n\n

Diamond Back Excavating, LLC
New to Angi
Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+1 more

Serving Ulm, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project.\nTo understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

You can cover a septic tank riser with dirt, but it’s not always the best idea. If you have a plastic riser and you bury it, you can easily lose track of it since you won’t be able to find it with a metal detector. Make sure to clearly note where your rise is in your yard so that you’re able to access it easily the next time you or a septic pro needs it. Don’t bury the cover too deep or you could place too much stress on it and make it too difficult to access in the future.

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.

For the most part, choosing between 30/50 psi and 40/60 psi is based on your water-pressure preference. However, it can also depend a little bit on your house—if you have older plumbing, a lower water pressure can be easier on the pipes (and a bit more gentle on your well pump). 

The lower 30/50 pressure is usually enough for a single-story home, but you may want 40/60 if you have multiple stories, as the extra pressure helps water flow smoothly up to the second floor.

Septic systems typically require servicing every 3-5 years, but frequency varies according to household size and tank capacity.

A septic system's lifespan typically ranges from 15 to 40 years, with a common average of 20 to 30 years. The longevity heavily depends on the tank's material, maintenance diligence, and usage habits. With proper care, lifespans can reach the upper end of this range.

Lifespan by Tank Material:

  • Concrete: 20 to 40 years

  • Plastic or Fiberglass: 30 to 40 years

  • Steel: 15 to 20 years

To maximize your system's lifespan, follow these maintenance best practices:

  • Regular Pumping and Inspections: Have the tank pumped every three to five years and schedule professional inspections regularly.

  • Mindful Usage: Only flush human waste and toilet paper. Avoid putting items like cat litter, paper towels, cigarette butts, fats, grease, oils, or coffee grounds down your drains.

  • Avoid Chemicals: Do not pour harsh chemicals into the system.

  • Water Conservation: Reduce the amount of wastewater your system has to process.

  • Protect the Drain Field: Avoid driving or building heavy structures over the drain field area.

The Ulm, MT homeowners’ guide to septic tank services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.