Top questions to ask before hiring a septic tank service

A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

Everything You Need to Know About Burlington Septic Tank Services

Can I browse unscreened Septic Tank Services in Burlington?

We do our best to screen all of our septic tank services. However, there are still some septic tank service professionals in Burlington that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Burlington or IA. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering septic tank services:

  • Clean Earth Pumping & Septic:
    • Services Offered: Septic Tank Contractor
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Kinsel Excavating, Inc.:
    • Services Offered: Septic Tank Contractor
    • BBB Rating: NR
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Bates Sanitation & Asphalt Inc:
    • Services Offered: Septic Tank Contractor
    • BBB Rating: A+
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

How does invoicing/payment work for most Septic Tank Service projects in Burlington?

Every project differs, but you should ask any septic tank service for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any septic tank services work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for septic tank services to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your septic tank service project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the septic tank service to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

What should I check for once my Septic Tank Service in Burlington has finished working?

Every septic tank services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any septic tank services company has told you they've finished the job:

  • Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with septic tank services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
  • Ask the septic tank service to describe what they did. Whether your septic tank services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
  • Compare the description provided on your septic tank services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
  • Request that the septic tank service do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.

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