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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

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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.

PV Plumbing

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PV Plumbing

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33 years of experience

We will do a professional job in a timely manor.

We will do a professional job in a timely manor.

Homfix Inc.

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Homfix Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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We are a Home Improvement and design Company that provides all type of home services from A to Z, Kitchen Remodel, Bathroom Remodel, Additions, Roof, Solar Panels, and ect..

We are a Home Improvement and design Company that provides all type of home services from A to Z, Kitchen Remodel, Bathroom Remodel, Additions, Roof, Solar Panels, and ect..

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Eco Technology

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Eco Technology

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8 years of experience

ECO Technology is a provider of ecologically friendly technologies for homes and businesses. Specializing in Water Quality, Water Purification Systems, HVAC, Solar Energy and much more.

ECO Technology is a provider of ecologically friendly technologies for homes and businesses. Specializing in Water Quality, Water Purification Systems, HVAC, Solar Energy and much more.

The Gooden Group

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The Gooden Group

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45 years of experience

The Gooden Group is a full service real estate development and construction firm with the in-house expertise to execute virtually every facet of a project's life cycle. Through its central office and its affiliate companies, The Bedford Group, TMC Management, and Urban X Marketing, Gooden Group is also able to assume hands-on management of its properties, as well as implement the necessary sales and marketing activities for their new home communities.

The Gooden Group is a full service real estate development and construction firm with the in-house expertise to execute virtually every facet of a project's life cycle. Through its central office and its affiliate companies, The Bedford Group, TMC Management, and Urban X Marketing, Gooden Group is also able to assume hands-on management of its properties, as well as implement the necessary sales and marketing activities for their new home communities.

A A YOUNG'S PLUMBING

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A A YOUNG'S PLUMBING

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Doc Joe's Rooter & Plumbing Service

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Doc Joe's Rooter & Plumbing Service

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Customers say: Quality work
50 years of experience

We have a team of highly experienced and skilled plumbing experts and contractors with an excellent mastery of the plumbing industry. Our team is focused on providing every client with high quality workmanship, prompt appointments, competitive prices and excellent customer service. Our professional plumbing experts are proficient at diagnosing the problem, communicating a detailed explanation of their findings to you, answering all of your questions, and repairing or replacing all of your plumbing issues. Our plumbing experts have extensive experience and training in repairing all types of residential and commercial problems including, but not limited to, leaks, toilets, faucets, water heaters, tankless water heaters, drain and sewer pipes, garbage disposals, re-circulating pumps, gas lines and earthquake valves. We are dedicated towards maintaining cutting-edge plumbing standards and quality craftsmanship within our profession. We achieve this by continually training and educating our team of plumbing experts in all areas of the plumbing field. Finally, we fully stand behind the quality of the work we do by providing not only great customer service but also providing our clients with competitive warranties on the craftsmanship of the work we perform.

We have a team of highly experienced and skilled plumbing experts and contractors with an excellent mastery of the plumbing industry. Our team is focused on providing every client with high quality workmanship, prompt appointments, competitive prices and excellent customer service. Our professional plumbing experts are proficient at diagnosing the problem, communicating a detailed explanation of their findings to you, answering all of your questions, and repairing or replacing all of your plumbing issues. Our plumbing experts have extensive experience and training in repairing all types of residential and commercial problems including, but not limited to, leaks, toilets, faucets, water heaters, tankless water heaters, drain and sewer pipes, garbage disposals, re-circulating pumps, gas lines and earthquake valves. We are dedicated towards maintaining cutting-edge plumbing standards and quality craftsmanship within our profession. We achieve this by continually training and educating our team of plumbing experts in all areas of the plumbing field. Finally, we fully stand behind the quality of the work we do by providing not only great customer service but also providing our clients with competitive warranties on the craftsmanship of the work we perform.

Recon Plumbing

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Recon Plumbing

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19 years of experience

Recon Plumbing is family owned and operated. We have been in business since 2006. We offer a wide variety of services such as bathroom/lkitchen remodels, whole house repipes and new construction, just to name a few.

Recon Plumbing is family owned and operated. We have been in business since 2006. We offer a wide variety of services such as bathroom/lkitchen remodels, whole house repipes and new construction, just to name a few.

Right Price Rooter

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Right Price Rooter

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

• Over 20 years of experience in Commercial, Residential and Industrial Plumbing services • Warranty applied to all jobs • Flexible payment options • Licensed, insured and fully bonded • Reliable and professional service provided 24/7, including holidays • We provide the price before we start the job, so there are no hidden fees

• Over 20 years of experience in Commercial, Residential and Industrial Plumbing services • Warranty applied to all jobs • Flexible payment options • Licensed, insured and fully bonded • Reliable and professional service provided 24/7, including holidays • We provide the price before we start the job, so there are no hidden fees

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Facilities Plumbing & Drain

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Facilities Plumbing & Drain

4.80(
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Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We are veterans in residential and commercial plumbing needs. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"They recommended a good solution for the occasional shallow flooding in the garage (installing a sump pump) They started soon after we submitted the request and they did a good job. Most importantly, the pump kept the garage dry through our seemingly endless rains this winter. There are 2 reasons I rate the job with 4 stars rather than 5. (1) The job did not pass the city’s inspection and a critical connection had to be reconfigured (after which it passed) and (2) there was some weirdness around payment on the last day of the actual work (before the inspection) in which the crew seemed unwilling to leave without a check and then were slowly driving around the neighborhood afterwards. When I brought this up with my contact at the company, he denied that the van was theirs (which it definitely was) and didn’t really explain or defuse the bad feeling this created. But … they did a good job and in this day and age that’s really important and can’t be taken for granted. I recommend this company with the suggestion that paperwork, permitting, terms of payment etc should be clearly settled in advance."

Lynn F on July 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We are veterans in residential and commercial plumbing needs. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"They recommended a good solution for the occasional shallow flooding in the garage (installing a sump pump) They started soon after we submitted the request and they did a good job. Most importantly, the pump kept the garage dry through our seemingly endless rains this winter. There are 2 reasons I rate the job with 4 stars rather than 5. (1) The job did not pass the city’s inspection and a critical connection had to be reconfigured (after which it passed) and (2) there was some weirdness around payment on the last day of the actual work (before the inspection) in which the crew seemed unwilling to leave without a check and then were slowly driving around the neighborhood afterwards. When I brought this up with my contact at the company, he denied that the van was theirs (which it definitely was) and didn’t really explain or defuse the bad feeling this created. But … they did a good job and in this day and age that’s really important and can’t be taken for granted. I recommend this company with the suggestion that paperwork, permitting, terms of payment etc should be clearly settled in advance."

Lynn F on July 2024

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FAQs for septic system installation and replacement projects in San Francisco, CA

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.

The San Francisco, CA homeowners’ guide to septic system installations and replacements

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