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Septic System Solutions, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My family had a septic emergency where our alarm went off on our septic tank due to a manufacturer defect on a part. Cory came out the same day and was super responsive and fixed the pump by replacing the circuit board for free because we were within warranty for 3 years after re-doing our septic system. Cory was friendly, helpful and kind and worked efficiently, and also was happy to give me useful maintenace information."
Response time5 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Septics-R-Us
4.6(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very Professional and courteous. The team explained everything in detail .This was the first time I had work done on the septic tank. They were prompt and worked very quickly. They left the work area clean."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
120 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NC Septic Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Emergency services offered

"Septic system was full and back flowing into the basement. These guys came out within a day, located the tanks within minutes, found the problem and came up with a solution! They came by a couple times afterwards just to check the area and make sure everything was still draining properly. Very prompt and professional! Great job guys!"
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PlumbServe, LLC
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Showed up on time and finished in a reasonable amount of time. I had already agreed to pay an extra $250 for the Saturday install, but they then added another $200 to reinstall the recirculation pump that I had on my old tank. When I was quoted, I had taken pictures of the expansion tank and talked through it, so I was not too happy about being charged extra for it as it should have been included in the quote. Besides that, the soldering job is a little sloppy but should hold. They also made quite a watery mess removing my old tank, which I had to clean. In the end, their pricing was reasonable even with the extra fees, and they were able to come out the next day and install the heater, which I needed due to having small children in the house."
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Response time7 hrs
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ALL ABOUT PIPES LLC
4.5(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

All About Pipes, LLC., 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

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+2

Response time20 mins
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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The Water Specialist Inc
4.8(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They have an excellent record for plumbing and water softening, as well as septic tank service. We have used them since 1972, and will continue to use them. They are courteous, smart and answer questions. They do extra things to make sure the system is working just right."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Walter's Well, Pump & Tank Service
4.8(
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Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

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"Walters well and tank team did the job! They were prompt, wasted no time installing the well pump and the tank and pressure pump. My house was built in 1987, my family has been here for 20 years so that was the original well pump. Walter' team came up running getting the job done. I am so thankful that when I called them they gave me a specific time when they would arrive gave my husband a quote. When we needed them to come out and replace the water pumps inside and out, they had my water running and ready to go in 45 minutes. My husband was really impressed with Mr Walter and his team. When my husband asked them how long had they been in business my son calculated they been doing this line I work for 46 years and it definitely showed. I spoke with Mr Walter over the phone and had a very good conversation. He praised his team on how they do a really great job. Personally I whole heartedly agree. They do very good work. Five star team"
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+11

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

There are a few signs that you might notice if your drain field is bad. For starters, if you see standing water or soggy grass above your drain field, it could mean that it isn’t working correctly. Or, if your yard smells like sewage, it could also indicate that there’s a problem with your drain field. Repairing a drain field costs an average of $2,000 to $15,000.

The best times of year to empty or pump a septic tank are spring and fall. Many professionals recommend spring because the ground has thawed, making the tank easier to access and the waste less likely to be frozen. Pumping before summer also helps avoid conflicts with vacations or outdoor gatherings. Fall is another great option, as contractors may be less busy, and servicing the tank can reduce the risk of overflow from winter and spring precipitation. While summer is also a suitable time, winter is generally not recommended due to frozen ground.

The purpose of a septic tank is to allow solid wastes to separate out of the wastewater using time, gravity, and other natural biological processes. If your septic tank is too small, it might be overwhelmed by solid waste and unable to accomplish this task—and if it’s far too large, there won’t be enough liquid in the tank to nurture the necessary bacteria to aid in the breakdown process.

Age is certainly a factor in well pump failure. The older your pump, the more likely it is to fail. 

Beyond age, other factors can cause your well pump to fail, too. Things like poor water quality can cause sediment buildup in your pump. Without proper cleaning, your pump can seize up and fail. Having a dry well for too long can also cause your pump to fail, as it keeps working even though there's no water for it to pull. 

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.

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