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Building Decks And Patios Around Septic Systems

Building Decks And Patios Around Septic SystemsAs Minnesota deals with the winter, many may already have their eyes set on the warmer days of Spring and Summer. What would be better than an early morning cup of coffee out on the patio? Or sitting around a fire on the patio in the evening?… that patio that you’ve been wanting to build but just haven’t gotten done yet. Consider the location of both your septic tank and drain fields before planning out the exact dimensions of that new patio or deck.

Minnesota Residential Building Code requires that building permits be obtained before the construction of any porch. Part of the permit’s approval will depend on the survey/detailed site plan

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Prevent Septic System Problems

prevent-septic-system-problemsWhen you buy a home, you may have the option of selecting paint color, landscaping, appliances and other things that are visible to you each and every day. But there are many aspects of a home that you do not see. One of those is your septic system. You may not even think about your septic system at all when you purchase your home. In fact, when a septic system is noticed, it is usually accompanied by an unmistakable odor. Septic systems that are installed and/or maintained by Custom Septic, Inc., generally go unnoticed, and that is a good thing. That is because we are experts in the field of septic system installation, maintenance, design, and repair. Our reputation is built on doing good work, providing excellent customer service and competitive pricing.

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Trusted Septic System Experts

Trusted Septic System ExpertsNo matter what situation you find yourself in with your septic system, our team at Custom Septic is here to help. You are not expected to be an expert when it comes to your septic system. That’s what we are here for! Specializing in septic system inspections, cleaning, design, installation and repairs, there’s no septic project that we are intimidated by.

Considering purchasing a home that has a septic system? Before ever committing to the home, it is critical that you get the septic system inspected. Our septic professionals are happy to give the system a thorough inspection and we will provide you with our recommendations. The hope is that it is in great condition, but if it’s not, we will be sure to break down the issues for you.

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Septic Warning Signs

Septic Warning SignsWith over 500,000 homes in Minnesota using septic systems, it’s important for property owners to understand and know the warning signs of septic system failures. The life expectancy of a septic system can vary greatly. Life expectancy is dependent upon a variety of factors. The range is so different that it spans anywhere from 15 to 40 years. The better you take care of your system, the longer it will last. At Custom Septic, we are a full-service septic company that covers all of your septic needs. Today, we want to focus on you being able to recognize when a problem

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Septic System Inspection Experts in MN

Septic System Inspection Experts in MNWhen looking into purchasing a new home, most potential buyers are focused on the colors, square footage, size of the yard, upgrades, the neighborhood, etc. One critical aspect of the property that needs to be evaluated before committing to a home that has a septic system is the system itself. You likely want to avoid purchasing a home that has a poorly performing septic system. So, how are you able to tell if the septic system is in good shape or not? Well, that is where our team at Custom Septic comes into the scenario. We are the septic system inspection experts in Big Lake, MN and the surrounding area that you can count on to ensure that the septic system is in good working order.

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