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Lucas Excavation
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

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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.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Upstate property solutions
5.0(
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Septic System - Install or Replace

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Thank you for visiting Upstate Property Solutions. We are your locally owned and operated general contractor based in Newark, NJ. We service residential and commercial clients throughout the Finger Lakes Region, Rochester, Syracuse and the surrounding areas. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Three Rivers Contracting
4.5(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

If you are in need of a local professional for all of your Plumbing, Roofing & Septic projects, look no further than Three Rivers Contracting! We have over 15 years of experience in the area and take great pride in our work and fair pricing.\n\nGive us a call... We look forward to serving you!

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DBA
5.0(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - RepairSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Septic System - Repair

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.

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Septic System - Repair

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Roma's Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning works hard to provide each customer the best possible service and quality. We are proud to serve Johnson City and surrounding areas. We look forward to earning your business soon. We offer free estimates. Call us today!

Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Septic tank odors can happen because of a few different issues with your septic system, such as a full tank, clogged drains, or blocked venting systems. Not only is a smelly septic tank pretty unpleasant, but it can also pose a potential hazard to yourself and your home. Toxic fumes could be hanging around, or untreated wastewater could be harming the environment.

Yes, septic tank companies must be licensed in most states and municipalities to perform services like installation, alteration, repair, and pumping. Since laws vary by location, it's crucial to check local requirements.

Hiring an unlicensed professional can lead to poor work, code violations, and significant fines. Always verify that your chosen company is properly licensed and fully insured to avoid liability. You can use tools like Angi’s contractor licensing search to check a pro's credentials.

It's also helpful to understand the difference between licensing and certification. A license is a legal requirement to operate, while certifications are voluntary. Credentials like the “Angi Approved” badge indicate that a business meets extra standards, such as passing a background check and maintaining a high rating.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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.

Ideally, you should conduct a mechanical inspection and a bacterial or well water inspection yearly. While you might be able to push it off to every other year, it’s best to have peace of mind, especially when it comes to something that you use so frequently. 

If you experience repeated gastrointestinal illness in the household, it's important to test the well water more regularly for quality and cleanliness to check for bacteria.

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