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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
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Serving Forest, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"I think their coverage is a little spotty. You have to look at the document very carefully. It seems random to me. I reported a problem once and once I used the word "septic" they wouldn't cover it. Another time I didn't say it and then they covered it. You have to be really careful about how you phrase things."
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Elsasser Contracting
New to Angi
Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Forest, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 30 years of experience, Elsasser Contracting is your solution for all your excavation and septic needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

Ricky Cordle
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Forest, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Cordle's Electric specializes in all types of electrical, HVAC and plumbing for commercial and residential clients. We have years of experience, so we know our business from faucet to outlet. We are detailed and quality oriented providing outstanding services to each and every project that we handle. Cordle's Electric provides superior service at a reasonable price, let us show you why consumers prefer our services above the rest. Call us today for scheduling and more information on our services.

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

If you aren’t sure if you have a septic tank or a cesspit, you can check your property records or inspect your drainage system. A septic tank has an outlet pipe that allows liquid to drain into a soakaway or drain field, while a cesspit is a sealed tank that requires frequent emptying. If you notice a manhole cover and no nearby drainage field, it’s likely a cesspit. Signs like slow drainage or a frequent need for pumping can also provide clues. A professional inspection is the easiest way to confirm if your home runs on a septic tank or cesspit.

Most septic tanks need to be emptied every 3 to 5 years, but it’s a good idea to monitor the fill levels of your septic tank all the time. You can do this by installing a pressure level sensor to detect the internal tank pressure, or by having a septic tank company perform an annual inspection to let you know when you’ll need to pump the tank.

Leach lines are commonly made of PVC pipe, and they’re placed into trenches filled with gravel and sand, which help treat the wastewater. The PVC pipes are perforated, or drilled with small holes, so the wastewater can drain out of the pipes and into the surrounding material, which eventually leads to the aquifer.

Consider site conditions, soil type, required capacity, and system designs compatible with environmental protection regulations.

Both materials are suitable for septic tanks, but concrete usually lasts longer than plastic. If you’re buying a new tank, the prices are similar for plastic ($500 to $2,500) and concrete ($700 to $2,000). However, there’s a notable difference in repair prices, with plastic tank repair costs ranging from $150 to $2,000, while concrete repairs are between $700 and $5,000.

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