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Avatar for Jonathan Blackburn Contractors, LLC
Jonathan Blackburn Contractors, LLC
4.9(
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Septic System - Repair

Serving Startex, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Guys were great. Found out water main was broken 4pm after a contractor hit the meter the day before. Called them on (it was Friday) and they took the job and got the main repaired (took a couple hours). I wouldn’t have water this weekend if it wasn’t for them! Did a good job checking their work before leaving as well, which I’m greatful for as the outside temp was around 32F so plumbing adhesives might have had difficulty curing at that temp."
Bore New Water Service
Service Line Repair
Drainage Ditch
Camera Sewer Service
Storm Drain Repair

+16

Response time8 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Rooter Express, LLC
4.7(
186
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Startex, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easy and prompt to contact and schedule. They were straightforward, prompt, and professional. They also scheduled quickly and advised me when truck was on its way to my house. They were respectful of me and my property and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them! Unlike others who are on this list who will not even give a ballpark figure for a simple pump of septic tank and want to charge just to come look at job. These are the guys you want if you need your septic pumped."
Response time8 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Affordable Septic Service of the Upstate, LLC
4.4(
83
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump OutSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out - For Business

Serving Startex, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a plumber at our home for over 4 hours on 11/14/21 . He determined that our issue was the septic system. I googled for help in the Easley, SC area and reached Affordable Septic Services Upstate and my call was answered. The gentleman that answered assured me that they could be there the next morning which was 11/15/21. They arrived, evaluated the problem that was more than a full tank. He discussed it with my husband and we agreed for them to proceed. It was incredible that they completed the repair in about 2 hours, on the spot! We were extremely satisfied and highly reccommend your company and the service men were awesome!"
Anderson septic tank pump
Septic tank pump and unclogged
Septic tank pump and unclogged
Septic tank pump and unclogged
Septic tank pump and unclogged

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

While dry wells can be effective for managing rainwater, they have several disadvantages. They can become clogged with sediment, especially after large storms, which reduces their effectiveness and can be difficult to clean. Dry wells are also not suitable for all soil types; they will not function properly in soil with low permeability. Additionally, if a dry well is not large enough to handle the amount of rainfall in your area, it can overflow. For gravity-flow models, the water may disperse very slowly, depending on the well's depth and the soil's permeability.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

If your septic tank is still within its expected lifespan and you need to relocate it on your property, it's possible to do so. However, because the task is so labor-intensive and costly, most homeowners simply choose to abandon the old tank if possible and install a new system in the new location. In either case, hiring a professional installation company will be necessary for the job. 

The purpose of a septic tank is to allow solid wastes to separate out of the wastewater using time, gravity, and other natural biological processes. If your septic tank is too small, it might be overwhelmed by solid waste and unable to accomplish this task—and if it’s far too large, there won’t be enough liquid in the tank to nurture the necessary bacteria to aid in the breakdown process.

Bladder and diaphragm well pressure tanks are usually pre-charged at the factory. Even so, it’s important to check the air pressure in the tank using a tire pressure gauge on the relief valve. The instruction manual usually calls for 28 psi. Use a hand pump to add more air or release some air from the tank to reach the desired number. Check the pressure periodically to see if you need to add more air to the tank.

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