Reliable Septic System Removal Services
Despite septic tanks lasting a long time, homeowners sometimes want to remove septic systems from their property for a variety of reasons. Whether you’re able to use a sewer line instead or are replacing your septic system, Loose Deuce Septic & Tank Services provides septic tank removal and excavation in Eugene, OR, and the surrounding areas. Learn more by calling us directly or providing us with your contact information and reason for reaching out. We’ll be happy to work with you on excavating and removing your septic system.
Reasons To Get Septic Tank Removal
You may wonder what situations would warrant removing your septic tank. Here are a few circumstances that might make you want to invest in septic tank removal in Eugene, OR.
New Access to a Municipal Sewer Line
When choosing to hook up to your city’s municipal sewer system, it’s often required that your current septic tank be removed from your property.
Septic Tank Not Working
If your current septic system isn’t working correctly and can’t be fixed, it’ll need to be removed before you decide whether to install a new one or hook up to a sewer line.
Selling Your Home
Some real estate transactions stipulate that an old out-of-commission septic tank be removed prior to the sale.
Moving its Location
Especially during construction or renovation you may decide you want to move where your septic tank is located, so will need to remove your existing one from the ground.
Leaks Causing Contamination
A leaky septic tank that’s contaminating the groundwater nearby will need to be removed.
Steps for Septic Excavation
Our process for septic excavation in Eugene, OR, is as follows:
- Find the tank with septic locating.
- Get the utilities like water, gas, electric, and phone lines sufficiently marked.
- Obtain the proper permits for the job.
- Remove anything blocking the surface of the septic tank from your landscaping.
- Dig up the soil on top of and surrounding your septic tank.
- Inspect the condition of the soil and the tank itself.
- Perform any services such as pumping, cleaning, or removal.
- Backfill the soil back on top of and around the septic system or where the system once was.
Schedule Your Septic Tank Excavation or Removal
When you need septic tank removal or septic excavation in Eugene, OR, get in touch with the team at Loose Deuce Septic & Tank Services. You can reach us by giving us a call or filling out the requested information in the online contact form on this site.
FAQs About Septic Removal
We’ve put together answers to frequently asked questions regarding septic tank removal and excavation in Eugene, OR.
What is septic tank demolition?
During the septic removal process, often the septic tank will be demolished on site using heavy machinery and then disposed of.
How much does septic removal cost?
This can vary depending on the size of your septic tank and its accessibility. On average, it will cost you between $1,000 and $4,000. It’ll be closer to $10,000 if the drain field is being removed, as well.
