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Septic Advisor LLC
4.8(
17
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Serving Scarborough, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and his Theron were very professional and their quality of work very solid. If anyone needs work completed on their septic system Septic Advisor is highly recommended. Thanks again guys for your outstanding work and service!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cyr's Home Services
4.7(
70
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Serving Scarborough, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Troy did a great job! My sister and I discovered that our dad, who has Alzheimerâ s and has caretakers living with him, had an overflowing septic system. Each time we had it pumped, we were informed that something was either blocked or not functioning properly. As a result, we needed to look into either completely replacing his leach field and septic system or finding someone who could help us. Troy was extremely helpful in this stressful situation. From the time I talked to him & hired him it was done within a week. Very happy!"
Response time7 hrs
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Maine Septics
5.0(
8
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Serving Scarborough, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maine septics put in a system for one of my clients, and they did a fantastic job. Everyone else we talked to quoted us much higher, or couldn’t get it done for months. These guys get it done!"
Septic install
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ASL Excavating
5.0(
4
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Serving Scarborough, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My yard was a muddy mess, falling apart, and I was having to put more and more blocks under one side of my camper to keep it level. ASL Excavating came in and took a look and, not only complied with my needs and wants, but also gave some great suggestions, like placing an underdrain directly from my downspout sending all the water directly into a drainage gully. We also had a crushed stone pad placed for the camper parking, and along with the new grading it sits perfectly level, no blocking needed. Riprap was placed at the steep slope to prevent erosion. They also graded my driveway, prepping it for my next project, paving. They did the work 14 months ago and it looks as good as the day they finished. They were quick and appeared efficient with some nice technology. They had very little space to work and left no damage behind. Shane is the owner and a great guy to work with. He and his crew have a lot of experience and the pictures of their prior work sold me on hiring ASL Excavating."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate92%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Main Choice Inspections
5.0(
80
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Serving Scarborough, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The price was a little expensive, but it was worth every penny. I chose the package with additional add on’s, because I wanted a comprehensive report. Tom was very thorough, professional, and knowledgeable. They saved me a ton of money by finding an issue with the septic system, that wasn’t easy to find. Tom was there for close to 4 hours and went over every aspect of the home with me in a walk through. I would highly recommend Main Choice and will definitely use them again in the future. Bill the owner was a very pleasant guy as well, and wasn’t afraid to roll his sleeves up and get dirty. Couldn’t have been happier with their services."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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North Peak Septic Solutions
5.0(
4
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Serving Scarborough, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We were very fortunate that they were able to come quickly and replace our nonfunctioning septic pump promptly. They were professional and easy to communicate with. Given the emergency nature of the project, we did not get other bids so we can't say whether the price was reasonable, but they were upfront about the cost and stuck to their original estimate."
Septic tank
Concrete Chamber Leach Field
4 Row Eljen Pad Leach Field
Septic Install, Gorham ME
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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White Rock Logging & Excavating
4.0(
104
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Serving Scarborough, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

"Tony with his crew (Travis, Porky) came within days and did some digging and leveled and resloped our yard which was quite hilly and uneven..,,,,The yard was about 150 ft by 100ft....They also leveled a smaller spot that was 20ft by 40 ft...They brought in big equipment and worked hard all day..They used some of the left over dirt that they dug up and filled in extra spots in out yard that need it...They helped pull up the grass growing in our pond. They came back and loamed and seeded the whole yard... They're prices were reasonable and they were very friendly and professional Tony was great and easy to work wit...i highly recommend him and his crew"
Yard Work
Building bird house
Yard Work
Building bird house
Building bird house

+8

Response time2 days
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for septic system installation and replacement projects in Scarborough, ME

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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