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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

There are a lot of issues that can cause a septic tank to collapse. Those include failing to regularly pump or service it every three to five years, placing too much weight atop the system—by parking your car on top of it or because of a heavy snow buildup for instance—or because of structural damage done by overgrown tree roots.

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.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), septic tanks must be located a decent distance from places subject to flooding or surface ponding. Additionally, septic tanks should be installed on level ground so that the waste can properly settle in the tank. Most tanks are located 10 to 20 feet away from the home. More specific requirements vary by location, so call a local septic pro or your local health department for more information.

Most shallow residential wells are somewhere between 25 and 50 feet deep. They are among the simplest well systems. Deeper wells usually involve drilling to a much greater depth. Water wells for household use are typically 100 to 500 feet deep, depending on local groundwater conditions. Some may be up to 1,000 feet deep or more. 

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