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Turdbusters LLC
191 Arrowhead Dr
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Turdbusters LLC
191 Arrowhead Dr
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Excellent service from start to finish. Ken, Micheal, and Mitchell worked in a seamless manner to do the job quickly and professionally. I was informed of all the steps taken, along with the potential problems which might arise. The price of the service (septic pumping and tank repair) was exceptional. I heartily recommend this company for any issue with septic repair and service. You will not regret making the call."

James T on February 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Excellent service from start to finish. Ken, Micheal, and Mitchell worked in a seamless manner to do the job quickly and professionally. I was informed of all the steps taken, along with the potential problems which might arise. The price of the service (septic pumping and tank repair) was exceptional. I heartily recommend this company for any issue with septic repair and service. You will not regret making the call."

James T on February 2025


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ProCharged Septic&Drain cleaning
120 Rider Rd
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
ProCharged Septic&Drain cleaning
120 Rider Rd
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
605 local quotes requested

22 years experience in septic and plumbing. One of the best in the south guaranteed and no up charges or hidden cost. All work comes with a 2 year warranty. We can beat all companies on pricing. Veteran and Family owned and operated company. All technicians have license and certifications in the state of Georgia......

"Called and they showed up first thing the next day. They’re fast, reliable, friendly and extremely knowledgeable they taught me all about my system and had my septic flowing like new!!! 10/10 will definitely be calling them for all my septic needs!!!"

Steven W on August 2023

22 years experience in septic and plumbing. One of the best in the south guaranteed and no up charges or hidden cost. All work comes with a 2 year warranty. We can beat all companies on pricing. Veteran and Family owned and operated company. All technicians have license and certifications in the state of Georgia......

"Called and they showed up first thing the next day. They’re fast, reliable, friendly and extremely knowledgeable they taught me all about my system and had my septic flowing like new!!! 10/10 will definitely be calling them for all my septic needs!!!"

Steven W on August 2023


M & M SEPTIC SERVICE
P.O. BOX 1691 PHENIX CITY AL
5.00(
1
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M & M SEPTIC SERVICE
P.O. BOX 1691 PHENIX CITY AL
5.00(
1
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

WE PUMP, INSTALL,REPAIR, AND CERTIFY SEPTIC SYSTEMS . SERVING AL & GA

"Great company, easy to work with and were able to come out the same day."

Thomas C on October 2021

WE PUMP, INSTALL,REPAIR, AND CERTIFY SEPTIC SYSTEMS . SERVING AL & GA

"Great company, easy to work with and were able to come out the same day."

Thomas C on October 2021


All-Pro Septic Service
786 Lee Road 2017
5.00(
1
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All-Pro Septic Service
786 Lee Road 2017
5.00(
1
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

All-Pro Septic Service is a locally owned and operated Septic Tank Company with more than 20 years experience. We offer Residential Septic tank cleaning, Commercial Grease Trap cleaning, Septic tank inspections, High pressure water jetting.

"Very [prompt, took the time to explain what's the problem. very competitive pricing"

Paul W on May 2022

All-Pro Septic Service is a locally owned and operated Septic Tank Company with more than 20 years experience. We offer Residential Septic tank cleaning, Commercial Grease Trap cleaning, Septic tank inspections, High pressure water jetting.

"Very [prompt, took the time to explain what's the problem. very competitive pricing"

Paul W on May 2022


Reliable Heating & Air Plumbing & Electrical
1305 Chastain Rd NW
4.49(
1,276
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Reliable Heating & Air Plumbing & Electrical
1305 Chastain Rd NW
4.49(
1,276
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Customers say: Super punctual
47 years of experience

Since 1978, Reliable has offered home services with exceptional reliability and customer service. We offer more financing options than any other company, even Comfort as a Service, a hassle free way to get energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, water heaters, water purification even generators for a low monthly payment and all repairs, maintenance even filters are NO additional CHARGE EVER. Reliable takes care of everything. That is an UNBEATABLE LIFETIME WARRANTY.

"I had a brand new heat pump system installed in April 2023. They sent subcontractors to install it who were very unprofessional and they left bare wires hanging out of the machine and it did not look like it was installed correctly. It stopped working completely 4 times in 5 months, the last time was on October 10, service tech said, “I really don’t agree with the way they installed it “ he said the wires were barely connected so it kept losing power. He got it working again and left. Two weeks ago it got cold and we turned the system to heat for the very first time. It blew cold air. We made ANOTHER service call. The technician said that a switch had “gone bad” because, “they wear out” we explained that we have never used the heat even once, so how could the switch be worn out. Then they advised they had to order a part. Over a week later the part came in and they returned and that still didn’t fix. Now they say the compressor has, “gone bad” and when we reiterated that we have never even used it so how is it worn out they answered, “they just go bad sometimes” we still don’t have heat, they say they have to order more parts. We asked them to look over the whole system because we don’t think it is installed right and I am genuinely concerned that it is a fire hazard and they looked at it, put electrical tape on some hanging wires and left. We have had to take SIX days off work so far and buy space heaters and we are no closer to having a working system. This unit is less then SIX MONTHS OLD. At this point I have no choice but to pursue legal action. This whole experience has been terrible and has cost me hundreds in missed time at work and I’m still paying for a system that does not work."

Nicole G on November 2023

Since 1978, Reliable has offered home services with exceptional reliability and customer service. We offer more financing options than any other company, even Comfort as a Service, a hassle free way to get energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, water heaters, water purification even generators for a low monthly payment and all repairs, maintenance even filters are NO additional CHARGE EVER. Reliable takes care of everything. That is an UNBEATABLE LIFETIME WARRANTY.

"I had a brand new heat pump system installed in April 2023. They sent subcontractors to install it who were very unprofessional and they left bare wires hanging out of the machine and it did not look like it was installed correctly. It stopped working completely 4 times in 5 months, the last time was on October 10, service tech said, “I really don’t agree with the way they installed it “ he said the wires were barely connected so it kept losing power. He got it working again and left. Two weeks ago it got cold and we turned the system to heat for the very first time. It blew cold air. We made ANOTHER service call. The technician said that a switch had “gone bad” because, “they wear out” we explained that we have never used the heat even once, so how could the switch be worn out. Then they advised they had to order a part. Over a week later the part came in and they returned and that still didn’t fix. Now they say the compressor has, “gone bad” and when we reiterated that we have never even used it so how is it worn out they answered, “they just go bad sometimes” we still don’t have heat, they say they have to order more parts. We asked them to look over the whole system because we don’t think it is installed right and I am genuinely concerned that it is a fire hazard and they looked at it, put electrical tape on some hanging wires and left. We have had to take SIX days off work so far and buy space heaters and we are no closer to having a working system. This unit is less then SIX MONTHS OLD. At this point I have no choice but to pursue legal action. This whole experience has been terrible and has cost me hundreds in missed time at work and I’m still paying for a system that does not work."

Nicole G on November 2023


RCR Residential Construction & Remodeling LLC
702 N 17th St.
No reviews
RCR Residential Construction & Remodeling LLC
702 N 17th St.
No reviews
21 years of experience

I am a General Contractor with 19+ years of experience. I am able to assist you with any home improvement needs with fair and reasonable pricing.I look forward to giving your home the makeover you want. I have the following credentials: State of Alabama Licenced Residential Contracting Operation. Member of Alabama Home Builders Assoc. Housing Inspection Foundation Member. EPA Lead Safe Firm. Home Builders Licensure Board Certified. Builders License Training Institute. PSI Exams. Distance Education and Training Council; Allied Schools, Home Inspection, Certified Home Inspector

I am a General Contractor with 19+ years of experience. I am able to assist you with any home improvement needs with fair and reasonable pricing.I look forward to giving your home the makeover you want. I have the following credentials: State of Alabama Licenced Residential Contracting Operation. Member of Alabama Home Builders Assoc. Housing Inspection Foundation Member. EPA Lead Safe Firm. Home Builders Licensure Board Certified. Builders License Training Institute. PSI Exams. Distance Education and Training Council; Allied Schools, Home Inspection, Certified Home Inspector


Wicked Web Design & SEO
1312 North Monroe St. Suite 137
4.67(
9
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Wicked Web Design & SEO
1312 North Monroe St. Suite 137
4.67(
9
)
Customers say: Quick response
12 years of experience

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.


American Crawlspace Solutions
120 Lantana Dr
4.82(
130
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American Crawlspace Solutions
120 Lantana Dr
4.82(
130
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owned and operated by Jeremy Ross and John Harman, American Crawlspace Solutions aims to provide superior customer service and excellent workmanship on every project. With the increased attention given to energy efficiency within the home and environment, American Crawlspace Solutions seeks to provide a much needed service to homeowners. We operate with a “needs based” approach toward solving your crawlspace, basement, or mold problem. You have a choice when it comes to who you allow into your home, and we sincerely appreciate our customers! We strive for fast, friendly service at an affordable price. We take care to insure each customer is completely satisfied from start to finish. We look forward to your call.

"We were told to install an electrical outlet prior to their work being done in order for them to install a sump pump. They did not tell us they did not connect the sump pump to the electricity. We found out the sump pump was not connected when our basement flooded —- worse than it ever has before. Don’t know if it was the work done around the home that made it worse than ever before but a large section of our basement floors are ruined. My husband subsequently installed French drains all around the house and our property has never flooded again."

Glendae T on April 2024

Owned and operated by Jeremy Ross and John Harman, American Crawlspace Solutions aims to provide superior customer service and excellent workmanship on every project. With the increased attention given to energy efficiency within the home and environment, American Crawlspace Solutions seeks to provide a much needed service to homeowners. We operate with a “needs based” approach toward solving your crawlspace, basement, or mold problem. You have a choice when it comes to who you allow into your home, and we sincerely appreciate our customers! We strive for fast, friendly service at an affordable price. We take care to insure each customer is completely satisfied from start to finish. We look forward to your call.

"We were told to install an electrical outlet prior to their work being done in order for them to install a sump pump. They did not tell us they did not connect the sump pump to the electricity. We found out the sump pump was not connected when our basement flooded —- worse than it ever has before. Don’t know if it was the work done around the home that made it worse than ever before but a large section of our basement floors are ruined. My husband subsequently installed French drains all around the house and our property has never flooded again."

Glendae T on April 2024


Moon Plumbing Mechanical
1403 S Railroad St
4.00(
5
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Moon Plumbing Mechanical
1403 S Railroad St
4.00(
5
)
Customers say: True professional
49 years of experience

We provide our residential and commercial customers with a highly qualified team of plumbers. Normally same day service

We provide our residential and commercial customers with a highly qualified team of plumbers. Normally same day service


'58 Foundations & Waterproofing
500 Arnold Mill Way
4.48(
129
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'58 Foundations & Waterproofing
500 Arnold Mill Way
4.48(
129
)
Customers say: Super punctual
67 years of experience

For more than 60 years, ’58 Foundations & Waterproofing has provided the highest-quality basement waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation, radon mitigation, mold removal and foundation repair solutions for homes and commercial properties. We lead with a promise of Trusted Five-Star Service, which means the customer experience is at the center of everything we do. Since 1958, we have been steadfast in keeping this promise and in upholding the values on which '58 Foundations was built: trust, teamwork, integrity, respect and communication. This comes across in all that we do: from the initial call to job completion, our customers are met with a knowledgeable, caring, and professional staff prepared to offer a five-star experience that is unmatched in the home repair industry.

"after scheduling the appointment 2 weeks out the day before the company cancels saying the appointment was not confirmed. when called to inquire the company came up with a different excuse. this company obviously does not respect or appreciate customers time and do not want our business."

spencer c on June 2024

For more than 60 years, ’58 Foundations & Waterproofing has provided the highest-quality basement waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation, radon mitigation, mold removal and foundation repair solutions for homes and commercial properties. We lead with a promise of Trusted Five-Star Service, which means the customer experience is at the center of everything we do. Since 1958, we have been steadfast in keeping this promise and in upholding the values on which '58 Foundations was built: trust, teamwork, integrity, respect and communication. This comes across in all that we do: from the initial call to job completion, our customers are met with a knowledgeable, caring, and professional staff prepared to offer a five-star experience that is unmatched in the home repair industry.

"after scheduling the appointment 2 weeks out the day before the company cancels saying the appointment was not confirmed. when called to inquire the company came up with a different excuse. this company obviously does not respect or appreciate customers time and do not want our business."

spencer c on June 2024

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Septic tank cleanings or pump outs FAQs

Wastewater from your home from your showers, toilets, sink drains, and washing machines flows to your septic tank. When wastewater enters your septic tank, it divides into three parts sludge, water, and scum. Outlet and inlet pipe positions and baffles keep sludge and scum from leaving the tank. Wastewater, the effluent, moves down pipes to the drain field.

If a septic tank is not pumped, it can lead to serious issues. The accumulation of sludge and scum will eventually overflow into the drain field, causing blockages and system failure. Pipes may become clogged, leading to sewage backups in your home. Pumps can also break due to excessive buildup, and the drain field may become damaged, requiring costly repairs or replacement.

Signs that your septic tank needs to be pumped include unpleasant odors around your property, slow draining sinks and toilets, gurgling sounds in the plumbing, and sewage backups in your home. You may also notice standing water or damp spots near the septic tank or drain field. If you observe any of these signs, it's important to schedule a pumping promptly to prevent system failure.

Septic tank odors are typically caused by gases produced during the breakdown of organic waste in the tank. If these gases escape, it can indicate a problem such as a crack in the tank, a clogged drain field, or issues with the venting system. Odors can also result from overflows due to a full tank. Addressing septic tank odors promptly is important to prevent more serious issues.

You should pump your septic tank every three to five years, depending on factors like tank size and household size. Larger households generate more wastewater and may require more frequent pumping. For example, a family of four with a 1,000-gallon tank may need pumping every three years, while a smaller household with a larger tank might extend to five years. Regular maintenance ensures optimal system performance.

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