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PJs Services
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Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

Family owned small company, we treat everyone with respect and how we would like to be treated as well. We strive to give the best price possible while still keeping quality as our number one priority. We can do any projects large or small. One day, extending out to month(s) long projects.

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Forest and Wildlife Innovations, Inc.
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Septic System - Repair

Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Forest and Wildlife Innovations, Inc., 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.

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Septic System - RepairSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

A leading Septic company in Chaplin, M & E Septic Service, focuses on providing optimum quality in various septic services for everyone in South Carolina. As the company owner, I have been in the industry for over 40 years. Thus, you can rest assured that no matter what septic project we handle, we will be giving nothing but highly professional and expert works. Our galleries collections of photos from previous projects can attest to the amount of time, thought, and effort that we put into the services we provide.\n\n \n\nOf course, while we strive to provide the most beautiful designs and outcomes, we understand that price is one of the most important deciding factors for clients. That is why we offer the fairest prices for our best quality works. Call today for your free estimate!

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Forest and Wildlife Innovations, Inc.
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Septic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - RepairSeptic System - Repair - For Business

Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These people are real professionals at the job. They do all that they can to fix your issue. Jason and his crew are very knowledgeable about the work they perform. In my personal opinion they are the number one people in a number two business. I will definitely recommend them to anyone. I believe they work VERY hard to solve your problem and to make sure you are satisfied with their work. We are glad we choose this company to work on our septic tank problem. And not that we expect problems in the future after they fixed the issue but if it does have any problems with it I believe they will be glad to come back to fix it or to find out why it's having problems again. WE ARE A VERY SATISFIED CUSTOMER . (TJ) YOU CAN'T GO WRONG USING THEM ON YOUR PROJECT . Thanks guy's for a job WELL DONE â ºï¸"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
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Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"I just pay $75 you never know who's going to come out. They do everything electrical. Just about everything is covered except the septic tank. I had an air conditioner replaced. It went great, all I had to do was pay for the freon. He didn't charge e more than what was needed."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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PEOPLES CHOICE PLUMBING
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Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

People's Choice Plumbing is a locally owned plumbing company proudly serving Columbia, SC and the Midlands. We pride ourselves on being "the people's choice" for all of your plumbing needs. Providing excellent, dependable and affordable services to our clients. With over 15 years of service and experience our highly trained professionals are backed with the tools and knowledge needed to get the job done. We believe in a full service approach by offering our customers a wide range of solutions to meet their needs and exceed their expectations. Leveraging our expertise to maximize the return on every investment our customers make.

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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Serving Elgin, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

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.\n

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

A septic system's lifespan typically ranges from 15 to 40 years, with a common average of 20 to 30 years. The longevity heavily depends on the tank's material, maintenance diligence, and usage habits. With proper care, lifespans can reach the upper end of this range.

Lifespan by Tank Material:

  • Concrete: 20 to 40 years

  • Plastic or Fiberglass: 30 to 40 years

  • Steel: 15 to 20 years

To maximize your system's lifespan, follow these maintenance best practices:

  • Regular Pumping and Inspections: Have the tank pumped every three to five years and schedule professional inspections regularly.

  • Mindful Usage: Only flush human waste and toilet paper. Avoid putting items like cat litter, paper towels, cigarette butts, fats, grease, oils, or coffee grounds down your drains.

  • Avoid Chemicals: Do not pour harsh chemicals into the system.

  • Water Conservation: Reduce the amount of wastewater your system has to process.

  • Protect the Drain Field: Avoid driving or building heavy structures over the drain field area.

If your leach field becomes clogged or saturated, it can cause several problems with your home's septic system. The clog can cause sewage to back up into your home, leading to unpleasant odors and mess. A backed-up septic system can be a health hazard, particularly if the sewage starts to leach into the ground surrounding the leach field.

There are several ways to fix a saturated drain field, including cleaning out your septic tank, adding enzymes and additives to your drain system, and installing a larger septic system.

There are a few signs that you might notice if your drain field is bad. For starters, if you see standing water or soggy grass above your drain field, it could mean that it isn’t working correctly. Or, if your yard smells like sewage, it could also indicate that there’s a problem with your drain field. Repairing a drain field costs an average of $2,000 to $15,000.

Neither system is necessarily better or worse than the other, but one of the two might be better for your needs. For example, anaerobic systems are less expensive than aerobic ones and don’t use power to run. On the other hand, aerobic septic systems don’t take up as much space and are typically more efficient than their anaerobic counterparts.

While a traditional septic tank requires a leach field for wastewater disposal, it is possible to have a septic system without one. Some alternative systems, which are often used when there isn't enough space for a full-size leach field, include mound systems or sand filtration systems. In a conventional setup, the leach field is essential because it's where the wastewater goes after leaving the tank.

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