How Much Does it Cost to Pump a Septic Tank in South Portland?

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On average, most homeowners pay around $380 for a septic pumping in South Portland task. This amount can go as low as $190 and can go as high as $890 with the average cost falling under $280 to $520. The general cost of your septic pumping in South Portland job will depend on the size of your septic tank and how many people are in your household. Pumping a smaller septic tank can cost around $100 to $200. On the other hand, pumping out larger septic tanks that can hold up to 1,500 to 2,000 gallons of water may cost $200 to $300. If you have a large household, it may affect the cost of your septic pumping in South Portland because you may have to pump your septic pump more often.

What are the signs that I already need to have my septic tank in South Portland pumped and cleaned?

An indication that your septic tank may require pumping is if 3 years has passed since your last septic pumping job and if you notice that there are wet spots in your drainfield or if large discharges cause your system to overflow.

I noticed that my toilet and drains are draining slowly. Does it mean that I need to pump my septic tank in South Portland?

Yes. If your toilet and drains are draining slowly than normal, this may mean that your septic tank is already full and needs pumping.

Will septic pumping in South Portland produce foul smell?

Yes. However, this can be prevented if you will close off the drains in the house and fill your sinks and tubs with water.

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A septic tank that is failing can be saved with a septic pumping in South Portland service by cleaning the drainages and installing filters. A high-quality filter can cost you around $200 to $300 to be installed. You may also resort to fracturing the soil which includes inserting a hollow tube into the ground and injecting at 300-pound blast of air. This can cost you around $1,000 to $2,000. Some companies may charge a flat rate for a South Portland septic pumping job. However, this amount may fluctuate depending on how difficult it will be to locate the septic tank. It can save you money if you try to locate your septic tank on your own. This will help the company to focus more on the South Portland septic pumping task.

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    Acl Consulting & Inspection

    Rating: 58
    17 Stone Dr. 
    South PortlandME  04106
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    S P Plumbing And Heating

    Rating: 77
    120 Thadeus St #8. 
    South PortlandME  04106
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    Behr Process Corp

    Rating: 62
    300 Clarks Pond Pkwy. 
    South PortlandME  04106
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    Air Temp Inc

    Rating: 93
    11 Wallace Ave. 
    South PortlandME  04106
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    Caron & Waltz

    Rating: 83
    321 Lincoln St. 
    South PortlandME  04106
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    Thibodeau's Plumbing & Heating

    Rating: 85
    704 Broadway. 
    South PortlandME  04106