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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

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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

The size of your septic tank plays a role in determining the proper size of the drain or leach field. As a general rule, you should have 1 square foot of drain field size per gallon of septic tank capacity. However, you could install a leach field that’s as much as 2.5 square feet per gallon of septic tank capacity. Most professionals determine the right septic tank size and drain field size by the number of bedrooms in the house. A three-bedroom house needs a minimum 1,000-gallon septic tank, for example.

A septic tank with a 1,500-gallon capacity is good for larger homes with up to 6 or 7 bedrooms. The average home can go with a smaller tank, about 1,000 gallons, which supports a home size of up to 2,500 square feet, or a home with about three bedrooms.

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.

With proper maintenance, most types of septic systems—including mound, evapotranspiration, and constructed wetland systems—can last up to 40 years. To keep your system running as long as possible, follow basic septic tank upkeep guidelines, like pumping your septic tank every three to five years and only flushing human waste and toilet paper.

French drains, sump pumps, and exterior waterproofing systems are common options. Choose one that best suits your property’s needs.

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