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JCB Excavation, Inc.
4.7(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Repair

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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"Designed and installed new septic. Job was challenging (water table, very rocky digging). Did an excellent job, and worked with me to use rocks and boulders dug up to finish grading/landscaping nicely. Very happy with work."
Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Delfino Corporation
5.0(
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+1 more

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1962

Customers say: True professional

"I had a wonderful experience with Delfino construction. They have completely transformed my house and property with a new drainage system and sump pump rendering my basement to be DRY! Also a new septic tank and leech field along with beautiful rock walls and U shaped driveway. The knowledge and attention to detail made our whole experience very comforting we couldn’t be happier with the turnout. Thankyou so much!"
Jamestown Residence Improvements
Scituate Residence Improvements
Parking expansion
Drone footage of plan view. Septic tank- 200’ forcemain to Elgens field
Jamestown Residence Improvements

+63

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Desnoyers Excavation
4.9(
5
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"My wife and I hired Greg to install our septic system and retaining wall. He was very personable, knowledgeable and professional with the installation. We would highly recommend him and will be using him for future projects!"
grading
grubbed and leveled
finished
Finished product
Building the Retaining Wall

+6

Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Venditti Construction, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With 5 years of experience in the contracting industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We are always on time and handle everything from kitchen remodels to major home renovations. In the winter we even take care of commercial snow plowing! We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Venditti Construction, Inc. a call today. We look forward to working with you!

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brayman & Sons Excavation
5.0(
1
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Exeter, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Business Established in 1970\nWe 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.

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

There are three layers of wastewater in a septic tank: scum (solid waste that floats to the top of the wastewater), liquid (the relatively clean liquid wastewater in between the two other layers), and sludge (solid waste that falls to the bottom of the wastewater). The buildup of sludge is one of the main reasons septic tanks need to be pumped. If the tank is more than 1/3 of the way full with a combination of sludge and scum, it’s time to call a pro for pumping.

Pump the tank every 3-5 years, avoid flushing non-degradable items, and address leaks promptly to extend system life.

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.

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