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Avatar for MJ Mountain Builders
MJ Mountain Builders
3.9(
7
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - RepairSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business+1 more

Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very friendly and professional crew that worked with me to get the job done without breaking my wallet. All septic jobs present unique challenges, and Monty and David found a way to do what needed to be done. They communicated well and got the job finished quickly, too."
Leech line
Leech line
Septic tank
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Zachary McMahan
5.0(
4
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

APEX TERRAFORMING 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.

Deck build
Deck build
Deck build
Deck build
Deck build

+11

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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S&L Land Clearing And Reclamation LLC
5.0(
5
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Septic System - Install or Replace

Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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. Has over 7years of experience

Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing

+5

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Self's Grading and Excavation, Inc.
3.6(
15
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Septic System - Install or Replace

Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your project as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today!

Response time2 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Wood Excavating
5.0(
10
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+1 more

Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Wood Excavating 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 time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Appalachian Pumping
5.0(
2
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

"Don promptly returned my call for service of my septic tank. I called on a Friday afternoon, and the work was performed on Tuesday morning. He charged a reasonable price and did a very professional job. His assistant Donald, was also very professional. The work took approximately half an hour and was done very efficiently.
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

The best times of year to pump or empty a septic tank are spring and fall. Many professionals recommend spring because the ground has thawed, making the tank easier to access, and any snowmelt or rainfall can aid in proper drainage. Pumping before summer is also ideal to avoid conflicts with vacations or outdoor gatherings.

Fall is another great option, as contractors may be less busy than in the spring. Servicing the tank in late fall or early spring can also reduce the risk of overflow from extra precipitation during winter and spring.

While summer is a possibility, winter is generally not recommended. The ground is often frozen, which can make it difficult to access the tank, and the waste inside may also be frozen.

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.

Most home wells start at 100 feet, and many go as deep as 200 or 300 feet

It takes quite a lot of water to meet the demands of showers, toilets, faucets, and appliances like dishwashers and laundry machines, and shallow wells struggle to provide this amount quickly. If you anticipate having high water usage in the future, it’s often better to drill slightly deeper and give yourself a bit more water storage than you need.

Cisterns can be used as septic tanks, but septic tanks can’t be used as cisterns. This is because cisterns need to meet FDA standards for drinking water, but septic tanks aren’t required to meet those standards since they are only used for wastewater.

Deciding between an engineered septic system and a conventional one depends on property size, soil quality, local regulations, and environmental factors. If your property has limited space, poor soil, or is close to sensitive environmental features, an engineered system may be required. Professional site evaluations, considering water usage, long-term plans, and budget constraints, can help determine the appropriate choice. Consulting with a septic system professional is crucial for ensuring compliance with regulations and selecting the best system for your property's unique needs.

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