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Q: Why do mound systems fail?

• <div><p>Mound systems can fail if foreign objects are flushed into the septic tank, the septic tank is backed up with solid waste (sludge), if wastewater floods or seeps from the mound, or if any part of the system is clogged. To prevent this, only flush toilet paper and your normal &ldquo;business&rdquo; down toilets, and get a septic inspection at least yearly.</p></div>

Q: How often should a well pump be serviced?

• <div><p>Ideally, you should conduct a mechanical inspection and a bacterial or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/well-inspection-checklist.htm">well water inspection</a> yearly. While you might be able to push it off to every other year, it&rsquo;s best to have peace of mind, especially when it comes to something that you use so frequently. </p><p>If you experience repeated gastrointestinal illness in the household, it's important to test the well water more regularly for quality and cleanliness to check for bacteria.</p></div>

Q: How is a septic perc test done?

• <div><p>A septic perc test is done by drilling a hole into the ground, filling the hole with water, and testing to see how long it drains. While simple, the test itself provides a great deal of information about your yard. The last thing you want to do is skip a perc test only to discover your yard doesn&rsquo;t drain sewage effectively. </p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to replace or install a new septic tank?

• <div><p>The average cost to replace a septic tank or install a new system is typically around $7,350, with a broader average range of $5,000 to $12,000. However, total project costs can vary widely, from $5,000 to as much as $22,500. Key factors influencing the price include the size and type of the septic system, the tank material, and the size of your house.</p><p>It's important to distinguish between the cost of the tank itself and the cost of the entire system installation, which is significantly more. For the tank alone, costs vary by size:</p><ul><li><p>A tank for a one-bedroom house typically costs $500 to $900.</p></li><li><p>A 1,000-gallon tank, suitable for most one- to three-bedroom homes, costs between $900 and $1,500.</p></li><li><p>A tank for a five- or six-bedroom home generally costs $1,200 to $1,600.</p></li></ul></div>

Q: Can I check my own septic tank?

• <div><p>You can check your own septic tank, but take precautions. Locate the access lid, usually buried a few inches underground, and remove it carefully. Look for the sludge and scum levels, and if they&rsquo;re high, that means pumping may be necessary. Check for odors, slow drains, or pooling water around the drain field, which could indicate issues. Never enter the tank, as toxic gases can be fatal. All of that being said, a professional inspection is safer and more thorough.</p></div>

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Last update on October 03, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Very professional & showed up when he said they would! Very affordable!! No debris or mess left behind. Reeds has my future garage needs 100%.
REEDS GARAGE DOOR SYSTEMS LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
Damon and his crew do great work. He works hard, communicates well and is very professional. Look for yourself at 2658 Pine in North Bend. Contact him for an estimate if need any concrete work done. Highly recommended.
DCS Construction and Concrete, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
Bob and his crew were amazing from the initial contact through the completed project and follow-up. I was supposed to have concrete, polished floors on my first floor that didn't turn out and looked horrible. Bob and his crew came out and brought many samples for me to look at to Epoxy my...
Durfs Epoxy, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2023
This is a great company. They also did a HUGE job rebuilding plumbing in our new church. This included breaking up a concrete floor in the ladies bathroom and digging down about 3 or 4 feet to replace the drain pipe. All this work for a VERY GOOD price!!
Cornerstone Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Delivered soil and excavated our secondary lot. Good price and quick work. Would recommend for excavation needs.
J B L TRUCKING
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Reviewed in December 2022
Leon & Seth were very professional and helpful. They did the inspection and gave me a good quote. I had questions and they answered them. Will definitely use them again for my next home project
DaBella - Eugene
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Reviewed in October 2022
The work was done wonderfully, everything went as planned. Peak ascent excavation was fairly priced, professional and very respectful.
Peak Ascent Excavation
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Reviewed in May 2022
My experience with CP&D was great and I would (and did) recommend the team. Cesar was on time, polite and efficient during his estimate. His crew arrived early and were prepared to work at our designated time. The crew was meticulous with the prep and a two color paint job in an apartment. I...
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Reviewed in October 2021
Fair and reasonable price for work performed. They did a very professional job and I am very pleased with the results. Excellent job of communicating with client. I would use Miller & Son again and would definitely recommend them for power washing needs.
Miller & Son Pressure Washing, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Am very happy with my new carpet...with very low out gassing!
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Thomas Excavation Inc

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Serving Remote, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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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. Call us today!

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Lounsbury Construction and Excavation, LLC

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Serving Remote, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Small jobs welcome

Lounsbury construction and Excavation LLC is family owned operated we provide excellent service for all your excavation needs. We pride ourselves in our attention to detail and quality of work. Please call today!

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Pacific Northwest Sealcoating Asphalt Repair & More, Inc.

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Serving Remote, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Pacific Northwest Civil is your industry expert in North Bend and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

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Serving Remote, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

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Mike Arts 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.\n

Response time11 hrs

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Serving Remote, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

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"Well. Only problem was delay in response time after claim was filed online. Water tank started leaking Thanksgiving morning and no reply until I called the Regional Manager."

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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MCDOWELL CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION

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Serving Remote, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

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 the start to the 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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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Remote, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"Takes for ever to get a return a call. Also took a week to get someone out for repairs. They said they would reimburse me for septic repairs and it took over 3 months for that to happen."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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E & S Services

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Serving Remote, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

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When you're in need of high quality septic system services that are focused on your satisfaction, E & S Services continues to be your family owned business for better customer and septic system services. Our technicians are highly trained to meet your needs. Call today for appointment.

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Kerbow Contracting

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Serving Remote, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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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!\n

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Mound systems can fail if foreign objects are flushed into the septic tank, the septic tank is backed up with solid waste (sludge), if wastewater floods or seeps from the mound, or if any part of the system is clogged. To prevent this, only flush toilet paper and your normal “business” down toilets, and get a septic inspection at least yearly.

Ideally, you should conduct a mechanical inspection and a bacterial or well water inspection yearly. While you might be able to push it off to every other year, it’s best to have peace of mind, especially when it comes to something that you use so frequently.

If you experience repeated gastrointestinal illness in the household, it's important to test the well water more regularly for quality and cleanliness to check for bacteria.

A septic perc test is done by drilling a hole into the ground, filling the hole with water, and testing to see how long it drains. While simple, the test itself provides a great deal of information about your yard. The last thing you want to do is skip a perc test only to discover your yard doesn’t drain sewage effectively.

The average cost to replace a septic tank or install a new system is typically around $7,350, with a broader average range of $5,000 to $12,000. However, total project costs can vary widely, from $5,000 to as much as $22,500. Key factors influencing the price include the size and type of the septic system, the tank material, and the size of your house.

It's important to distinguish between the cost of the tank itself and the cost of the entire system installation, which is significantly more. For the tank alone, costs vary by size:

A tank for a one-bedroom house typically costs $500 to $900.
A 1,000-gallon tank, suitable for most one- to three-bedroom homes, costs between $900 and $1,500.
A tank for a five- or six-bedroom home generally costs $1,200 to $1,600.

You can check your own septic tank, but take precautions. Locate the access lid, usually buried a few inches underground, and remove it carefully. Look for the sludge and scum levels, and if they’re high, that means pumping may be necessary. Check for odors, slow drains, or pooling water around the drain field, which could indicate issues. Never enter the tank, as toxic gases can be fatal. All of that being said, a professional inspection is safer and more thorough.

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