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A Real Plumber
4.0(
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Serving Summit, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick fix on the tub drain and thorough inspection of cold water lines to locate failed expansion tank as cause of air in water line refilling _noisy_ commode. 
Took a couple tries to get him here including a 'no-show, no-call'  Owner was most apologetic and citing "no-heat" calls.
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Double M Industries LLC
5.0(
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Serving Summit, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Double M to build a million gallon liquid manure storage pit for my farm. The project took 5 months and I was amazed at the work they did. This was a very complicated project. They kept me informed almost every day on what they were doing and if I was satisfied with the work. If I had a concern, they worked with me to resolve the issue. I highly recommend them and plan on working with them in the future."
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Summit, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The technician emptied the freezer, which was in the basement, to work on the part that needed repair. Then he neglected to put anything back into the freezer, including a turkey I had bought for Christmas and a rack of ribs. Two days after he left, I went out of town for two weeks. The turkey actually exploded and spewed its liquid all over everything, which had to be discarded. I let AHS know and they couldn't even bother to call me or follow up on this. I'm considering not renewing my contract with them because of the quality (or lack thereof) of many of the providers they send."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
Blurail Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Summit, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are a locally owned and operated and have over 15 years of industry experience. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential 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.

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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Koffer Construction
5.0(
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Serving Summit, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Koffer Construction, 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 time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
KJB Mechanical & General Construction
5.0(
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Serving Summit, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At KJB Mechanical & General Construction, we have over 15 years of experience in the business. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.

Main House Drainage
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Mr. & Mrs. Fix It
2.5(
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Serving Summit, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at Mr. & Mrs. Fix It, we pride ourselves in exceeding customers and clients expectations. We take the time to really listen and understand the desires of our customers and clients to make sure the customer is fully satisfied with the job. Call us today. All of our work comes with parts and labor warranty. We have no night and weekend charges.

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+22

Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Your drain field or leach field should be 1 to 3 feet under the ground. It will be a little shallower than the septic tank, although it can be the same depth or slightly deeper. The proper depth of the septic tank is up to 4 feet. It’s possible that your local regulatory agency requires a certain depth for your drain field.

All municipalities in the U.S. require a permit for septic tank installation or septic system alteration, and the permit will usually cost between $450 and $2,500. Some municipalities also require permits for septic system repair. You’ll either need to contact your local building department or your septic tank company to ask if this is necessary before carrying out the work. Permits are not typically required to have your septic tank pumped, so provided your septic company is licensed, you can move forward with the work as needed.

Depending on local conditions, a deep well may be a better choice than a shallow well. Deeper well depth accesses groundwater that has been naturally filtered through many layers of soil and rock. This reduces surface contaminants and may offer cleaner water, but deep wells cost more money to build and maintain. The water may be harder and have higher radioactivity, too. 

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.

The best bacteria to add to a septic tank is anaerobic bacteria, which doesn't use oxygen to break down solid waste. Because there is less oxygen in a septic tank, anaerobic bacteria can decompose sludge in a sealed environment. On the other hand, aerobic bacteria need oxygen and are prevalent in the leach or drain field of a septic system.

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