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PR Environmental Designs, Inc.

4.66(
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PR Environmental Designs, Inc.

4.66(
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Customers say: True professional
13 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

PR Environmental Designs, Inc. provides over 20 years expertise in soil testing and design and construction of septic systems, storm water systems, public sewer connections, small flow treatment plants and landscape features. Our team of skilled and dedicated equipment operators and technicians have many years of experience in the installation and construction of septic and storm water systems. We provide creative and aesthetically pleasing solutions for drainage and erosion problems.

"I had another company design my septic system replacement, but Paul re-designed it to avoid having to remove a 50+ ft tall tree and added a drainage system for the water from the gutters. The old no-longer-up-to-code 2-cesspool septic system was replaced by a drainfield and Ecoflow septic tank. The work was done on the days I was told workers would be here (unlike the company that drew up the first set of specs), and Paul and Jon were always friendly and great to work with."

Jennifer M on November 2024

PR Environmental Designs, Inc. provides over 20 years expertise in soil testing and design and construction of septic systems, storm water systems, public sewer connections, small flow treatment plants and landscape features. Our team of skilled and dedicated equipment operators and technicians have many years of experience in the installation and construction of septic and storm water systems. We provide creative and aesthetically pleasing solutions for drainage and erosion problems.

"I had another company design my septic system replacement, but Paul re-designed it to avoid having to remove a 50+ ft tall tree and added a drainage system for the water from the gutters. The old no-longer-up-to-code 2-cesspool septic system was replaced by a drainfield and Ecoflow septic tank. The work was done on the days I was told workers would be here (unlike the company that drew up the first set of specs), and Paul and Jon were always friendly and great to work with."

Jennifer M on November 2024

DJ Carl Contracting, Inc.

4.95(
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DJ Carl Contracting, Inc.

4.95(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 years of experience

DJ Carl Contracting, Inc., is a well established business in Perkiomensville , offering the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched! For the best of the best, DJ Carl Contracting, Inc., for your next project!

"DJ and his crew did a great job for us... very hardworking, trustworthy and professional. Completed job exactly as we discussed and pricing was very fair. Will definitely hire again in the future if a need arises! Highly recommend!"

Marci K on June 2020

DJ Carl Contracting, Inc., is a well established business in Perkiomensville , offering the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched! For the best of the best, DJ Carl Contracting, Inc., for your next project!

"DJ and his crew did a great job for us... very hardworking, trustworthy and professional. Completed job exactly as we discussed and pricing was very fair. Will definitely hire again in the future if a need arises! Highly recommend!"

Marci K on June 2020

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Zoom Drain

4.75(
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Zoom Drain

4.75(
92
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
114 local quotes requested

Here at Zoom Drain, we are best known for fast response times and our ability to provide focused solutions to drain & sewer problems. If you are having issues or planning for future maintenance, call us now at 610-628-3360 for a FREE on-site estimate. From sinks, toilets and tubs to main lines and sewers, our team of drain & sewer professionals are ready to provide you with fast, expert services.

"Zoom right came in and was thorough and professional. Understood exactly what my issue was and provided the necessary remedy options. They took care of the problem and followed up with things I can do so that the issue does not happen again. Lawrence Jarrett was great and thorough in his work. Would recommend Zoom Drain."

Joel M on November 2025

Here at Zoom Drain, we are best known for fast response times and our ability to provide focused solutions to drain & sewer problems. If you are having issues or planning for future maintenance, call us now at 610-628-3360 for a FREE on-site estimate. From sinks, toilets and tubs to main lines and sewers, our team of drain & sewer professionals are ready to provide you with fast, expert services.

"Zoom right came in and was thorough and professional. Understood exactly what my issue was and provided the necessary remedy options. They took care of the problem and followed up with things I can do so that the issue does not happen again. Lawrence Jarrett was great and thorough in his work. Would recommend Zoom Drain."

Joel M on November 2025

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Hutchinson Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC

4.19(
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Hutchinson Plumbing Heating Cooling LLC

4.19(
237
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Customers say: Quality work
2180 local quotes requested
77 years of experience

George H. Hutchinson, Sr., and sons William A. Hutchinson, Sr. and George H. Hutchinson, Jr. founded the Hutchinson family business in 1948. George and his sons started Hutchinson Engineering with their accumulated wealth – $35 in a cigar box – in rural Haddonfield, New Jersey. Serving all of South Jersey, Philadelphia, & Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, & portions of Warren & Westchester Counties.

"Company is way to expensive and the work was not mediocre. They use GoodLeap for financing, and they rip you off with that contract as well. Stay away!"

ROBERT B on March 2025

George H. Hutchinson, Sr., and sons William A. Hutchinson, Sr. and George H. Hutchinson, Jr. founded the Hutchinson family business in 1948. George and his sons started Hutchinson Engineering with their accumulated wealth – $35 in a cigar box – in rural Haddonfield, New Jersey. Serving all of South Jersey, Philadelphia, & Hunterdon, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, & portions of Warren & Westchester Counties.

"Company is way to expensive and the work was not mediocre. They use GoodLeap for financing, and they rip you off with that contract as well. Stay away!"

ROBERT B on March 2025

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

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111 local quotes requested
90 years of experience

Roto-Rooter is a fully licensed and insured plumbing company providing 24/7 plumbing services, drain cleaning, and water damage cleanup. More people depend on Roto-Rooter than any other plumbing company in North America.

Roto-Rooter is a fully licensed and insured plumbing company providing 24/7 plumbing services, drain cleaning, and water damage cleanup. More people depend on Roto-Rooter than any other plumbing company in North America.

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

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142 local quotes requested
90 years of experience

Roto-Rooter is a fully licensed and insured plumbing company providing 24/7 plumbing services, drain cleaning, and water damage cleanup. More people depend on Roto-Rooter than any other plumbing company in North America.

Roto-Rooter is a fully licensed and insured plumbing company providing 24/7 plumbing services, drain cleaning, and water damage cleanup. More people depend on Roto-Rooter than any other plumbing company in North America.

John Gallagher & Sons

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John Gallagher & Sons

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102 years of experience

Family owned & operated.

Family owned & operated.

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AJ Perri

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AJ Perri

4.31(
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Customers say: Super punctual
54 years of experience

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 732-333-3655! Since 1971, A.J. Perri has been proudly serving New Jersey homeowners and businesses across Bergen*, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris*, Ocean*, Somerset, Passaic*, Hudson*, Sussex*, and Union counties. With over 50 years of experience in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and indoor air quality systems, A.J. Perri stands behind every installation, service and product with an unmatched 100% satisfaction guarantee. A.J. Perri offers you peace of mind and an established reputation for reliability, quality, and excellence in customer service. You can trust A.J. Perri to take care of your furnace, air conditioner or plumbing repair, service, or replacement. A.J. Perri can also help you with your heat pump, air handler, ductless split system, water heater or purification, sump pump, air cleaner, air filtration system, humidifier, and air ducts. Contact us if you have any questions about service in your area. Service offered 24/7/365. For more information: call or email us at info@ajperri.com. *Additional info: Not all services available in all areas. License# 19HC00103100, 36BI01256600, PA- PA126178

"We used to love this service and gave them glowing reviews on Google in the past, but something has changed. Their customer service sucks, they don't apologize, don't call back etc. We had a hot water heater installed 2 years ago. It is still under warranty. Yesterday, 11/9/25, it broke and started leaking badly - still under a warranty from them. A.J. Perri advertises as they are 24/7 company, but they would not come yesterday and would promise us that first thing this morning, at 8 am, they would be knocking on the door. They never came, never called and never apologized. In fact, they have an attitude for misleading us and at 10 am mo one is here. The technician (do they only have 1 technician?) Is over 1 5 h away at another job. Customer service sucks with them really badly and now I feel as because we called them and voiced our dissatisfaction, no one will reach out to us or help us, while we are covered by their warranty. We had to pay for another service last night to pump"

Vio L on November 2025

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 732-333-3655! Since 1971, A.J. Perri has been proudly serving New Jersey homeowners and businesses across Bergen*, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris*, Ocean*, Somerset, Passaic*, Hudson*, Sussex*, and Union counties. With over 50 years of experience in heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and indoor air quality systems, A.J. Perri stands behind every installation, service and product with an unmatched 100% satisfaction guarantee. A.J. Perri offers you peace of mind and an established reputation for reliability, quality, and excellence in customer service. You can trust A.J. Perri to take care of your furnace, air conditioner or plumbing repair, service, or replacement. A.J. Perri can also help you with your heat pump, air handler, ductless split system, water heater or purification, sump pump, air cleaner, air filtration system, humidifier, and air ducts. Contact us if you have any questions about service in your area. Service offered 24/7/365. For more information: call or email us at info@ajperri.com. *Additional info: Not all services available in all areas. License# 19HC00103100, 36BI01256600, PA- PA126178

"We used to love this service and gave them glowing reviews on Google in the past, but something has changed. Their customer service sucks, they don't apologize, don't call back etc. We had a hot water heater installed 2 years ago. It is still under warranty. Yesterday, 11/9/25, it broke and started leaking badly - still under a warranty from them. A.J. Perri advertises as they are 24/7 company, but they would not come yesterday and would promise us that first thing this morning, at 8 am, they would be knocking on the door. They never came, never called and never apologized. In fact, they have an attitude for misleading us and at 10 am mo one is here. The technician (do they only have 1 technician?) Is over 1 5 h away at another job. Customer service sucks with them really badly and now I feel as because we called them and voiced our dissatisfaction, no one will reach out to us or help us, while we are covered by their warranty. We had to pay for another service last night to pump"

Vio L on November 2025

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Murray solutions

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Murray solutions

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Name is Tahmir Murray with Murray solutions , I am a hardworking man Young father age 22 looking to grow my own business in handyman specializing in plumbing would love to help and assist everyone in need for the right price and the best quality work

Name is Tahmir Murray with Murray solutions , I am a hardworking man Young father age 22 looking to grow my own business in handyman specializing in plumbing would love to help and assist everyone in need for the right price and the best quality work

Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC

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Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC

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49 years of experience

Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC is a full service custom cabinetmaker and home improvement contractor serving the Poconos since 1976. 1976 is when Bill and Nancy Fisher had a vision to build custom cabinetry of uncompromising quality at competitive prices. Since then, the business has evolved from a two person woodshop to a crew of skilled craftspeople working as a registered Pennsylvania home improvement contractor. Our mission to deliver estate quality craftsmanship for a reasonable budget remains our focus to this day.

Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC is a full service custom cabinetmaker and home improvement contractor serving the Poconos since 1976. 1976 is when Bill and Nancy Fisher had a vision to build custom cabinetry of uncompromising quality at competitive prices. Since then, the business has evolved from a two person woodshop to a crew of skilled craftspeople working as a registered Pennsylvania home improvement contractor. Our mission to deliver estate quality craftsmanship for a reasonable budget remains our focus to this day.

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FAQs for septic system installation and replacement projects in Philadelphia, PA

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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