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Broken Arrow Contracting
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Serving Plainview, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are AMAZING! Very friendly and professional. The hardest working guys Iâ ve ever seen. They installed a brand new septic system for us with a great price. Will not use anyone else! I highly recommend them!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
DRAIN EXPRESS
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Serving Plainview, TX and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Clogged Drains, washing machine overflow, backed up toilets, showers, tubs, sinks, main sewer line. Slow draining drains or just a child's toy flushed. We take care of it all. We can even handle the water damage that results from any such occurrences. We have water remediation and insurance claims specialist on staff. 24/7 365 days a year Emergency specialist on call at a price you can afford. 30 day guarantee. if we can't get you flowing again then we don't charge.

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Broken K Construction & Septic
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Serving Plainview, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We at Broken K Construction & Septic provide reliable construction and septic services in Big Spring, TX and the surrounding areas. Don't hesitate to contact us now!\n\nWe serve in Big Spring, TX, Forsan TX; Stanton TX; Coahoma Town TX; Garden TX; Ross TX; and the surrounding areas.\n\nSeptic System Service, Septic Tank Cleaning, Affordable Septic Pumping, Septic Tank Service, Septic Pumping Service\nGrease Trap, Demolition\n\nFor more information visit our website: https://septicsystemsvcbigspring.com/

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
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Serving Plainview, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"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."
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

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.

There are a lot of issues that can cause a septic tank to collapse. Those include failing to regularly pump or service it every three to five years, placing too much weight atop the system—by parking your car on top of it or because of a heavy snow buildup for instance—or because of structural damage done by overgrown tree roots.

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.

You can cover a septic tank riser with dirt, but it’s not always the best idea. If you have a plastic riser and you bury it, you can easily lose track of it since you won’t be able to find it with a metal detector. Make sure to clearly note where your rise is in your yard so that you’re able to access it easily the next time you or a septic pro needs it. Don’t bury the cover too deep or you could place too much stress on it and make it too difficult to access in the future.

Septic drain fields should be at least 10 feet from the property line, though exact requirements vary by location. Some areas may require further distances, such as 25 feet or more, depending on soil conditions and local health regulations. This extension ensures proper wastewater absorption and prevents contamination of neighboring homes.

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