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Beacon Plumbing & Mechanical INC

5.00(
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Beacon Plumbing & Mechanical INC

5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
27 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Beacon Plumbing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"The tech explained everything and was very polite."

Michelle B on April 2025

Beacon Plumbing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"The tech explained everything and was very polite."

Michelle B on April 2025


Lee’s Sanitation Service Inc

4.82(
67
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Lee’s Sanitation Service Inc

4.82(
67
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 local quotes requested

Founded in 1950, Lee’s Sanitation Service has been a leader in sanitation services in Washington’s King and Pierce Counties for more than six decades. We are a small local business with few employees dedicated to serving our community and protecting our environment. Additional phones: Pierce County: 253-777-1750, King County: 253-245-1080.

"James from Lee's Sanitation Service showed up exactly on time and pumped our 1100 gal solids tank. It was a quick and easy job and the price was optimal."

Daryl H on October 2020

Founded in 1950, Lee’s Sanitation Service has been a leader in sanitation services in Washington’s King and Pierce Counties for more than six decades. We are a small local business with few employees dedicated to serving our community and protecting our environment. Additional phones: Pierce County: 253-777-1750, King County: 253-245-1080.

"James from Lee's Sanitation Service showed up exactly on time and pumped our 1100 gal solids tank. It was a quick and easy job and the price was optimal."

Daryl H on October 2020


"there is a quick summary at the bottom if you want to skip the details. I have received service from this company twice. The first time I had a leak in a bathtub. They removed the drain with a Dremel since it was stuck, then they were about to leave to go to home depot to get plumber's putty, but I had some so they were able to get the part quickly replaced. Maybe this is a bit of a fluke, but that seems like a fairly basic thing to have when going to fix this kind of leak. Overall it was a positive interaction so I didn't think much of it. I recently bought a bidet on amazon. It arrived and I put it in. The problem was that I couldn't connect the toilet to the wall since the hose was a different size then the wall piece. The directions wanted me to remove the valve stem from the wall and replace it with their own. I called A Advanced because when it comes to plumbing, i would rather leave that to the professionals. I had called it a hose bibb because I just didn't know what it was called. someone called me back and asked me to explain in better detail what i needed done. I explained that the "hose bibb" needed to be replaced for me to connect my toilet and that I had the part to do it. from that conversation i received an estimate for $280.87. I was at work that day so couldn't be there, but my wife was there. The plumber that arrived worked for a while on the toilet, then went to home depot to find parts, then came back to the house and worked on it longer, then finally decided that it couldn't be done. We were charged $768.14 for nothing to get fixed. I called them to figure out what happened, I called near closing so they were not able to get a hold of anyone and it waited until the next week for me to talk to someone. I found out that the plumber never received the bag of parts, it was about 2 feet away in the sink. the same plumber came out and looked at it again, and went to home depot again. I was at work and managed to contact him while he was at home depot. I was told that the problem was with the thread depth and that there was no way to install this Chinese toilet without special ordering a part, and if I wanted him to keep working on it he was going to have to charge me more money. I declined. (Its not a Chinese toilet, the company that makes them is out of California.) At this point I was beyond frustrated. I left work early, drove home, went to home depot with the parts I needed to connect, and found a perfect fit within about 10 minutes of looking. I bought a Hex Bushing 3/4 in MIP x 1/2 in FIP for $7.75. I attached it to the included hose and then attached that to the valve stem. and everything worked. Home depot made it easy to find since both connectors were the same type. I just needed to find the appropriate brass adapter. the threads on the toilet hose are identical to the threads on a US water heater. I called A Advanced back and presented my evidence. I was asked what it would take to make this right. I asked for some of my money back. I can understand getting charged for the plumber going out to my house without a full understanding of what is going on. but at no point did he ever tell my wife that he was going way over the estimate. this is the exact response i got back. "I spoke with my COO and my foreman due to the amount of time we spent on the project we are unable to provide any sort of refund. I understand that is not something you want to hear but that is our decision." _____________________________________________ to summarize: - every time this company has come out to my house they have needed to go to Home Depot during the visit. - I was charged nearly 3 times the estimate with no work done and no warning that the bill was piling up. - the plumber was never able to install the toilet despite multiple trips to home depot - I installed the toilet with a $7 adapter i found at home depot in about 10 minutes. (I am not a plumber) - The company chose to not refund me anything If a plumbing company needs to go to home depot every time they do a house call, that is a company that is not prepared at best, and a scam company at worst."

Justin M on December 2024

Through unique technology, experience and compassion, we serve our customers while creating and maintaining a reputation of excellence. We service: Pierce County, King County, Thurston County, and Kitsap County.

"there is a quick summary at the bottom if you want to skip the details. I have received service from this company twice. The first time I had a leak in a bathtub. They removed the drain with a Dremel since it was stuck, then they were about to leave to go to home depot to get plumber's putty, but I had some so they were able to get the part quickly replaced. Maybe this is a bit of a fluke, but that seems like a fairly basic thing to have when going to fix this kind of leak. Overall it was a positive interaction so I didn't think much of it. I recently bought a bidet on amazon. It arrived and I put it in. The problem was that I couldn't connect the toilet to the wall since the hose was a different size then the wall piece. The directions wanted me to remove the valve stem from the wall and replace it with their own. I called A Advanced because when it comes to plumbing, i would rather leave that to the professionals. I had called it a hose bibb because I just didn't know what it was called. someone called me back and asked me to explain in better detail what i needed done. I explained that the "hose bibb" needed to be replaced for me to connect my toilet and that I had the part to do it. from that conversation i received an estimate for $280.87. I was at work that day so couldn't be there, but my wife was there. The plumber that arrived worked for a while on the toilet, then went to home depot to find parts, then came back to the house and worked on it longer, then finally decided that it couldn't be done. We were charged $768.14 for nothing to get fixed. I called them to figure out what happened, I called near closing so they were not able to get a hold of anyone and it waited until the next week for me to talk to someone. I found out that the plumber never received the bag of parts, it was about 2 feet away in the sink. the same plumber came out and looked at it again, and went to home depot again. I was at work and managed to contact him while he was at home depot. I was told that the problem was with the thread depth and that there was no way to install this Chinese toilet without special ordering a part, and if I wanted him to keep working on it he was going to have to charge me more money. I declined. (Its not a Chinese toilet, the company that makes them is out of California.) At this point I was beyond frustrated. I left work early, drove home, went to home depot with the parts I needed to connect, and found a perfect fit within about 10 minutes of looking. I bought a Hex Bushing 3/4 in MIP x 1/2 in FIP for $7.75. I attached it to the included hose and then attached that to the valve stem. and everything worked. Home depot made it easy to find since both connectors were the same type. I just needed to find the appropriate brass adapter. the threads on the toilet hose are identical to the threads on a US water heater. I called A Advanced back and presented my evidence. I was asked what it would take to make this right. I asked for some of my money back. I can understand getting charged for the plumber going out to my house without a full understanding of what is going on. but at no point did he ever tell my wife that he was going way over the estimate. this is the exact response i got back. "I spoke with my COO and my foreman due to the amount of time we spent on the project we are unable to provide any sort of refund. I understand that is not something you want to hear but that is our decision." _____________________________________________ to summarize: - every time this company has come out to my house they have needed to go to Home Depot during the visit. - I was charged nearly 3 times the estimate with no work done and no warning that the bill was piling up. - the plumber was never able to install the toilet despite multiple trips to home depot - I installed the toilet with a $7 adapter i found at home depot in about 10 minutes. (I am not a plumber) - The company chose to not refund me anything If a plumbing company needs to go to home depot every time they do a house call, that is a company that is not prepared at best, and a scam company at worst."

Justin M on December 2024


MISSION STATEMENT: Guided by faith, we design, build, and maintain septic systems with excellence and integrity — treating every customer and teammate the way we would want to be treated.


Dano's Septic Tank Pumping

4.60(
30
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Approved Pro

Dano's Septic Tank Pumping

4.60(
30
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

Family owned and operated, Dano's Septic also provides services for portable toilets and rentals, single units, ADA handicap approved portable units and stand alone wash stations. Our technicians are friendly, professional, certified and are ready to provide you with the best septic service to keep your septic out of site and out of mind.

"ORGINIAL POST: DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!! After spending over $2,000 on pumping, inspection and camera work, I had one simple request- WAIT 30 DAYS BEFORE SUBMITTING FINDINGS TO THE COUNTY! We were trying to work the problem. I called TWICE about this and was told both times, no problem, we will wait. They submitted it this morning. Because they did not respect my wishes to wait, I now have to pay over $20,000 through the county when we had a plan in place to avoid that and get it fixed independently. Go with a company that follows instructions, not absolutely ruins your life. Thanks for the 10 year debt I will now have due to your negligence. My realtor and contractor will be referring all other agents and all clients elsewhere, and notifying them all of this unprofessional behavior. EDIT: Here's how I would have expected Serena, the office manager I spoke to today to enter the conversation: yes, you're absolutely right, we did breach agreement, how can we make it right? Here's what happened: per her: "there was a human error that was not our fault. The result would have been the same no matter what" (no it would not have and she has no way of knowing that). "I have you on record asking not to submit it at all" (I told her yes I did say that, then asked what's the extension period, and we're getting off track). "Here's the history of your septic system" again no, we're getting off track. You admitted three times in this conversation you breached our verbal contract. You say the results would have been the same no matter what, but that's absolute garbage- no way she'd know that. If you truly have nothing to hide, and know you messed up (which you admitted to) send me the phone recordings I requested not respond "we will be happy to do that upon getting subpoenaed.""

Lauren B on March 2025

Family owned and operated, Dano's Septic also provides services for portable toilets and rentals, single units, ADA handicap approved portable units and stand alone wash stations. Our technicians are friendly, professional, certified and are ready to provide you with the best septic service to keep your septic out of site and out of mind.

"ORGINIAL POST: DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!! After spending over $2,000 on pumping, inspection and camera work, I had one simple request- WAIT 30 DAYS BEFORE SUBMITTING FINDINGS TO THE COUNTY! We were trying to work the problem. I called TWICE about this and was told both times, no problem, we will wait. They submitted it this morning. Because they did not respect my wishes to wait, I now have to pay over $20,000 through the county when we had a plan in place to avoid that and get it fixed independently. Go with a company that follows instructions, not absolutely ruins your life. Thanks for the 10 year debt I will now have due to your negligence. My realtor and contractor will be referring all other agents and all clients elsewhere, and notifying them all of this unprofessional behavior. EDIT: Here's how I would have expected Serena, the office manager I spoke to today to enter the conversation: yes, you're absolutely right, we did breach agreement, how can we make it right? Here's what happened: per her: "there was a human error that was not our fault. The result would have been the same no matter what" (no it would not have and she has no way of knowing that). "I have you on record asking not to submit it at all" (I told her yes I did say that, then asked what's the extension period, and we're getting off track). "Here's the history of your septic system" again no, we're getting off track. You admitted three times in this conversation you breached our verbal contract. You say the results would have been the same no matter what, but that's absolute garbage- no way she'd know that. If you truly have nothing to hide, and know you messed up (which you admitted to) send me the phone recordings I requested not respond "we will be happy to do that upon getting subpoenaed.""

Lauren B on March 2025


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Express Septic

5.00(
1
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Express Septic

5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Septic Problems? Help is on the way. We are a locally owned and operated full service septic company. bringing you 30 years experience to help with all you septic needs. some of the services we provide are. Commercial & Residential Septic Tank Pumping. Septic Tanks Holding Tanks Restaurant Grease Traps Alternative Septic Systems Service work including... Monitoring & Maintenance Contracts,Inspections for Home Sales & Permits.All paperwork filed online per county requirements Operation specialist on staff Electronic Tank Location Camera Inspections Pump Alarm Repairs Pump Replacement Float Adjustments Baffle Repairs Tank Repairs Riser & Inspection Ports Installed Drainline Cleaning Drain Field Jetting System Troubleshooting

Septic Problems? Help is on the way. We are a locally owned and operated full service septic company. bringing you 30 years experience to help with all you septic needs. some of the services we provide are. Commercial & Residential Septic Tank Pumping. Septic Tanks Holding Tanks Restaurant Grease Traps Alternative Septic Systems Service work including... Monitoring & Maintenance Contracts,Inspections for Home Sales & Permits.All paperwork filed online per county requirements Operation specialist on staff Electronic Tank Location Camera Inspections Pump Alarm Repairs Pump Replacement Float Adjustments Baffle Repairs Tank Repairs Riser & Inspection Ports Installed Drainline Cleaning Drain Field Jetting System Troubleshooting


Steve's Appliance & Refrigeration Service

4.88(
8
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Steve's Appliance & Refrigeration Service

4.88(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

HEMLEY'S SEPTIC TANK CLEANING

4.62(
52
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HEMLEY'S SEPTIC TANK CLEANING

4.62(
52
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated company, since 1962!

"After they had to come out a couple times because we had more covers that needed uncovered Tony gave excellent customer service as well as office personnel ."

Renata B on May 2025

We are a family owned and operated company, since 1962!

"After they had to come out a couple times because we had more covers that needed uncovered Tony gave excellent customer service as well as office personnel ."

Renata B on May 2025


STUTH COMPANY INC

4.33(
6
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STUTH COMPANY INC

4.33(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
63 years of experience

Stuth Company has approximately 5 employees, all to which have years of on-site septic experience. We specialize in septic pumping, repairs, installations and inspections. We accept credit cards, checks, cash or money orders for payment. We offer FREE estimates!

"STUTH IS TRUSTWORTHY and HONEST. Stuth replaced pump, they had to come to my home twice to convince me the plummer I hired was WRONG when he said the sewer was the problem. Patient, genuine and honesty!! They actually have integrity!!"

terra s on November 2022

Stuth Company has approximately 5 employees, all to which have years of on-site septic experience. We specialize in septic pumping, repairs, installations and inspections. We accept credit cards, checks, cash or money orders for payment. We offer FREE estimates!

"STUTH IS TRUSTWORTHY and HONEST. Stuth replaced pump, they had to come to my home twice to convince me the plummer I hired was WRONG when he said the sewer was the problem. Patient, genuine and honesty!! They actually have integrity!!"

terra s on November 2022


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LZ Excavation and Construction LLC

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LZ Excavation and Construction LLC

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4 years of experience

Excavation, Demolition, Septic repairs, Land clearing, Sewer repairs, Lot prep for foundation, Retaining walls, Utility hookup, Tree stump removal.

Excavation, Demolition, Septic repairs, Land clearing, Sewer repairs, Lot prep for foundation, Retaining walls, Utility hookup, Tree stump removal.

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FAQs for septic system installation and replacement projects in Gig Harbor, WA

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 Gig Harbor, WA homeowners’ guide to septic system installations and replacements

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.