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Pride Custom Construction
4.4(
50
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Septic System - Repair

Serving Lima, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Pride Custom 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 time9 hrs
Response rate92%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Weitzel Septic & Excavation, LLC
5.0(
3
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Lima, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Weitzel Septic & Excavation, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Please call us today for your landmanagement needs. We also offer emergency service.

Recommended by50%of homeowners
Wittler Excavating, LLC
5.0(
1
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Lima, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. Wittler Excavating, LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Elsasser Contracting
New to Angi
Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Lima, 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!

Right On Excavation
New to Angi
Septic System - Install or Replace

Serving Lima, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial 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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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Ensuring you have adequate space for your engineered septic system is crucial. You’ll need to reserve approximately 900 square feet for a three-bedroom home’s system. However, the type of soil you have, soil absorption rate, the size of your home, climate, and local zoning code will impact the actual amount of space you need.

Recognizing signs of a failing septic system is crucial to prevent costly damage and health hazards. Foul odors in and around your home, slow drainage in sinks and toilets, or gurgling noises in plumbing fixtures can indicate problems with drainage. Lush, green patches of grass near the drain field or wastewater pooling on the ground are alarming signs that may indicate a leak in the system. If you notice any of these symptoms, it's vital to address them promptly to avoid more extensive and expensive issues.

The smallest septic system available for purchase typically includes a 750-gallon tank. However, the smallest size you can legally install is determined by local regulations, and many areas require a minimum capacity of 1,000 gallons. The cost to install a small septic system generally ranges from $2,910 to $13,900. Before proceeding, it is essential to check with your local health department or consult a local septic professional to confirm the minimum legal requirements in your area.

Unlike an urban sewer system that runs wastewater into a central drainage system, septic tanks are a house-by-house system. They are the ultimate destination for all your house’s wastewater—from bathtubs, showers, sinks, toilets, and washing machines. Wastewater flows into a tank buried in the ground outside your home, and then water runs from the tank to a drainage field using sloped pipes.

Some of the signs that could mean your water is contaminated, such as cloudiness or bubbliness, could also be non-problems that don’t affect your water’s potability. However, if your water smells or tastes strange, it’s a good idea to stop drinking it and test it immediately. If your well water is contaminated, the best way to discover that is to test it.

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