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Valpo Excavation & Septic

4.95(
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Valpo Excavation & Septic

4.95(
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
17 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Valpo Excavation & Septic 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.

"Russ was great! Everything we needed and a great price! Very transparent and went the extra mile when the project tossed us some curveballs! Great hire!"

Andy E on November 2025

Valpo Excavation & Septic 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.

"Russ was great! Everything we needed and a great price! Very transparent and went the extra mile when the project tossed us some curveballs! Great hire!"

Andy E on November 2025

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A & R Wastewater Management

3.67(
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A & R Wastewater Management

3.67(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
42 local quotes requested
53 years of experience

Since 1972, A&R has been a trusted leader in Septic, Sewer, and Environmental Services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. With decades of expertise and a commitment to quality, we provide dependable solutions for wastewater system maintenance, repair, and environmental compliance. Our team is available 24/7, offering fast, reliable support by phone, text, or email whenever you need us.

"Boy do they come out of the gate strong, the automatic emails and text BOOM, in your face with all the appearance of a company trying to get your business....then they fall flat on their faces leaving you hanging. No follow up impossible to get a hold of and failed promises. Do not even start to attempt to hire this company, apparently they are so busy they can blow you off without a care."

Jeff M on May 2025

Since 1972, A&R has been a trusted leader in Septic, Sewer, and Environmental Services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. With decades of expertise and a commitment to quality, we provide dependable solutions for wastewater system maintenance, repair, and environmental compliance. Our team is available 24/7, offering fast, reliable support by phone, text, or email whenever you need us.

"Boy do they come out of the gate strong, the automatic emails and text BOOM, in your face with all the appearance of a company trying to get your business....then they fall flat on their faces leaving you hanging. No follow up impossible to get a hold of and failed promises. Do not even start to attempt to hire this company, apparently they are so busy they can blow you off without a care."

Jeff M on May 2025

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HGC Services LLC

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HGC Services LLC

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15 years of experience

We offer the following services; Septic tank replacement and repair Septic field installation Lift stations Back flow prevention Clean out stations added to main lines Basement waterproofing Sump and Sewage pumps Excavation Demolition and much more.

We offer the following services; Septic tank replacement and repair Septic field installation Lift stations Back flow prevention Clean out stations added to main lines Basement waterproofing Sump and Sewage pumps Excavation Demolition and much more.

A+ RADON AND INDOOR AIR QUALITY SOLUTIONS INC.

4.50(
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A+ RADON AND INDOOR AIR QUALITY SOLUTIONS INC.

4.50(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
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United Home Inspections

4.97(
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United Home Inspections

4.97(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

SAVE $15 when you schedule online with promo code: Angie15 We provide real estate inspections for NW Indiana. We include over $100,000 in warranty coverage with every home inspection! Read more on our website.

"I am very pleased with this inspection. Nate was my inspector and he was very detailed. I showed up towards the end of the inspection, and he walked me through his findings. The next day I received a written report with his findings. Nate found things that I hadn't even thought of. I would highly recommend this company."

Jay M on June 2020

SAVE $15 when you schedule online with promo code: Angie15 We provide real estate inspections for NW Indiana. We include over $100,000 in warranty coverage with every home inspection! Read more on our website.

"I am very pleased with this inspection. Nate was my inspector and he was very detailed. I showed up towards the end of the inspection, and he walked me through his findings. The next day I received a written report with his findings. Nate found things that I hadn't even thought of. I would highly recommend this company."

Jay M on June 2020

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Concrete Crawlspaces & Basement Waterproofing Corp

4.75(
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Concrete Crawlspaces & Basement Waterproofing Corp

4.75(
154
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Licensed Plumbing Contractor - SafeSeal by Concrete Crawlspaces & Basement Waterproofing. Crawlspace Encapsulation, Sewer Backup Prevention, Modified Overhead Sewers, Basement Floor Replacement, Underpinning, Foundation Crack Repair, Carbon Fiber Wall Straps, Wall Anchors, Spray Foam Insulation, Discounts for Angie's List Members. Financing available. Award winning.

"Steve Gavin, the owner came out and provided me with a great price that was inclusive of the entire scope of the project. During our meeting he took the time to explain the process that his company uses. Once the permits were issued the crew arrived the next morning at 7:00 a.m. as promised. The crew met the deadline for a 1:30 inspection from the Village of Deerfield. They not only met the deadline but they passed the inspection without any issues to be corrected. The crew worked until 7:00 p.m. completing the job. I would also note that they left my home spotless!"

Richard R on September 2019

Licensed Plumbing Contractor - SafeSeal by Concrete Crawlspaces & Basement Waterproofing. Crawlspace Encapsulation, Sewer Backup Prevention, Modified Overhead Sewers, Basement Floor Replacement, Underpinning, Foundation Crack Repair, Carbon Fiber Wall Straps, Wall Anchors, Spray Foam Insulation, Discounts for Angie's List Members. Financing available. Award winning.

"Steve Gavin, the owner came out and provided me with a great price that was inclusive of the entire scope of the project. During our meeting he took the time to explain the process that his company uses. Once the permits were issued the crew arrived the next morning at 7:00 a.m. as promised. The crew met the deadline for a 1:30 inspection from the Village of Deerfield. They not only met the deadline but they passed the inspection without any issues to be corrected. The crew worked until 7:00 p.m. completing the job. I would also note that they left my home spotless!"

Richard R on September 2019

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Maglish Plumbing, Heating and Electric

4.60(
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Maglish Plumbing, Heating and Electric

4.60(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Locally owned & operated. Additional contact name - Gary Carroll.

"Wonderful company! Last year we hurried up and had new home heating and cooling system installed just as the pandemic was hitting. The installation was quick and painless. In fact, the workmen finished about two hours early without cutting any corners. Very professional! The representative, Tom, was very personable and came out to check the finished job. I believe we may have even gotten an upgrade on the equipment. The two systems have work perfectly. The two maintenance visits were perfect as well. The workman, Tim, arrived on time, took his time to do his job well, and was very polite without being intrusive or falsely friendly. We chose Maglish because a colleague from work recommended them. And sure enough, the best recommendations come from friends. We look forward to Maglish servicing our new systems for decade to come. We will look to them to do other work as well."

Janusz D on May 2021

Locally owned & operated. Additional contact name - Gary Carroll.

"Wonderful company! Last year we hurried up and had new home heating and cooling system installed just as the pandemic was hitting. The installation was quick and painless. In fact, the workmen finished about two hours early without cutting any corners. Very professional! The representative, Tom, was very personable and came out to check the finished job. I believe we may have even gotten an upgrade on the equipment. The two systems have work perfectly. The two maintenance visits were perfect as well. The workman, Tim, arrived on time, took his time to do his job well, and was very polite without being intrusive or falsely friendly. We chose Maglish because a colleague from work recommended them. And sure enough, the best recommendations come from friends. We look forward to Maglish servicing our new systems for decade to come. We will look to them to do other work as well."

Janusz D on May 2021

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Steuer Septic Systems & Excavating, Inc.

5.00(
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Steuer Septic Systems & Excavating, Inc.

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Steuer Septic Systems & Excavating, Inc., in Valparaiso, IN, is the area's leading septic system company serving Porter and Lake counties. We offer land cleaning, excavating, septic systems and more. For all your septic needs, contact Steuer Septic Systems & Excavating, Inc. in Valparaiso.

Steuer Septic Systems & Excavating, Inc., in Valparaiso, IN, is the area's leading septic system company serving Porter and Lake counties. We offer land cleaning, excavating, septic systems and more. For all your septic needs, contact Steuer Septic Systems & Excavating, Inc. in Valparaiso.

Wicked Web Design & SEO

5.00(
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Wicked Web Design & SEO

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Want an Awesome looking website that also Ranks in the search engines? If you're expecting for it to generate new customers it's vital potential customers find it when they search. This is called Search Engine Optimization. Everyone and their brother are building websites these days, and ironically they are all SEO experts. Most people are smart enough to figure out this isn't true. We are 100% from the United States. Our team is comprised of Graphic Designers, a content writer and one of the Best SEO's in the Country. We have hundreds of #1 Rankings for some of the hardest search terms available. Ask to see some samples. Wicked Web Design is a division of Justin Monk SEO. It became a division to full-fill the entire package. Anyone can build a website, but if the on-page optimization isn’t done correctly the website will never rank. The customer then is forced to pay to have it re-done. Here’s where it gets tricky. Everyone says they are good at SEO, when actually very few are. It definitely isn’t fair to you the customer. Please do your homework and check their rankings. If they don’t have rankings chances are they aren’t very good. We rank in every city we have targeted. Ask to see the list. Awesome web Design mixed with Dominating SEO is a combination any company looking to destroy their competition can’t go without. Please allow extra time for our website (Visit Website) to load, the Demo is displaying all features available which dramatically slow down the loading speed. All the features are displayed so you can choose which ones you want for your website which will be much faster.

Want an Awesome looking website that also Ranks in the search engines? If you're expecting for it to generate new customers it's vital potential customers find it when they search. This is called Search Engine Optimization. Everyone and their brother are building websites these days, and ironically they are all SEO experts. Most people are smart enough to figure out this isn't true. We are 100% from the United States. Our team is comprised of Graphic Designers, a content writer and one of the Best SEO's in the Country. We have hundreds of #1 Rankings for some of the hardest search terms available. Ask to see some samples. Wicked Web Design is a division of Justin Monk SEO. It became a division to full-fill the entire package. Anyone can build a website, but if the on-page optimization isn’t done correctly the website will never rank. The customer then is forced to pay to have it re-done. Here’s where it gets tricky. Everyone says they are good at SEO, when actually very few are. It definitely isn’t fair to you the customer. Please do your homework and check their rankings. If they don’t have rankings chances are they aren’t very good. We rank in every city we have targeted. Ask to see the list. Awesome web Design mixed with Dominating SEO is a combination any company looking to destroy their competition can’t go without. Please allow extra time for our website (Visit Website) to load, the Demo is displaying all features available which dramatically slow down the loading speed. All the features are displayed so you can choose which ones you want for your website which will be much faster.

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Pillar To Post Home Inspectors

5.00(
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Pillar To Post Home Inspectors

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

As part of your community, we are pleased to provide our local customers, real estate professionals, home buyers and home sellers with a home inspection service that brings to the buying or selling of a home unmatched quality, precision, integrity, and professionalism. Additional email: Nick.Young@pillartopost.com

"This team is very professional and extremely thorough! Nick checks everything and I mean every crook and cranny of the home! We very highly recommend The Young team!!"

Cheryl H on February 2019

As part of your community, we are pleased to provide our local customers, real estate professionals, home buyers and home sellers with a home inspection service that brings to the buying or selling of a home unmatched quality, precision, integrity, and professionalism. Additional email: Nick.Young@pillartopost.com

"This team is very professional and extremely thorough! Nick checks everything and I mean every crook and cranny of the home! We very highly recommend The Young team!!"

Cheryl H on February 2019

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FAQs for septic system installation and replacement projects in Chesterton, IN

The smallest standard septic system uses a 500-gallon tank, which costs between $875 and $1,150 installed. This size works well for single-occupant dwellings with minimal wastewater production. However, many local regulations specify minimum tank sizes, so check with your building department before committing to this compact option. Some jurisdictions require at least 750 gallons regardless of home size to ensure adequate waste processing capacity.

The installation timeline varies based on site conditions, permit processing, and contractor schedules. The process includes obtaining permits, conducting soil tests, excavation, tank placement, leach field construction, and final connections. Weather conditions, soil challenges, and inspection scheduling can all affect the overall timeline. It's wise to begin planning well in advance of when you need the system operational.

The most economical approach is to install a conventional anaerobic system with a plastic tank. To minimize costs while maintaining legality, obtain multiple quotes from licensed installers, consider scheduling during their slower seasons, and handle basic site preparation yourself. Never skip permits or required testing to save money—illegal installations can result in significant fines and mandatory removal, ultimately costing far more than doing it right initially.

Regular pumping helps prevent system failures and extends operational life. Most small systems require pumping every three to five years, though frequency depends on household size and usage patterns. Pumping services cost between $290 and $530, making this maintenance expense relatively minor compared to potential repair costs ranging from $500 to $2,600 for neglected systems. Establishing a regular maintenance schedule based on your installer's recommendations helps avoid costly emergency services.

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