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Septic & well service in Norfolk & Winchester, well water testing in Wilmington
Septic and well servicesWell water testing and treatment from licensed local crews.
Septic pumping, inspections, repairs and drain fields, plus well pump repair and water testingWell water testing, plus softeners, filtration and UV treatment, with a written price before any work starts.
- ★ 4.8 Google rating
- No water or a backup? Often same-day help
- Certified septic and well professionals
- Licensed, insured well professionals
- Powell's own pump trucks and excavators
- Written price before work starts
Septic & well services
Licensed for the work, from tank to wellhead.from pump to tap.
Septic and well problems don't wait. Our crews know local tanks, pumps and waterStains, smells or hard water from your well? Our crews know local water, and they tell you what they find before any work starts.
Our team holds West Virginia sewage system installer, wastewater operator and pump installer certifications, and we work under a Virginia Class A contractor licence. Septic and well work is covered for one year. One of our septic and well techs got a family's water running again after two weeks without it.
How pricing works
- Book online or call. We tell you the trip fee before we book.
- We find the problem. Powell's explains what's wrong and your options.
- You approve a written price. Flat-rate, signed before any work starts.
- We fix it and clean up. Photos of the finished job come with your invoice.
Septic services
Septic pumping, inspections and repairs
Licensed septic crews for tanks, pumps, alarms and drain fields.
Septic Pumping & Cleaning
Tanks pumped and the level checked, with the yard left tidy.
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Septic Inspections
A clear look at the tank and its parts, and what needs attention.
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Septic Repairs
Pumps, float switches and alarms repaired or replaced.
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Drain Field Repair & Replacement
Soggy spots or slow drains? We repair or replace the field.
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Septic Installation & Replacement
New systems installed by certified septic installers.
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Blue Duck Club members save on septic
$25 off septic pumping, plus a free visual tank inspection.
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Well services
Low pressure or no water?
We find the cause, then repair or replace the pump, and test and treat the water.
Our Wilmington branch handles well water testing and treatment. Septic service and well pump repair are available from our Norfolk and Winchester branches.
Septic & well reviews
What homeowners say about our septic and well crews
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Our septic & well work
Recent septic and well jobs
Photos from the job: new systems, pumping, controls and well equipment.
Septic & well FAQs
Questions about your septic system or well
How often to pump, the warning signs, and what to do when the water stops.
How often should I pump my septic tank? +
The EPA's general guidance is every three to five years for a typical household tank, but tank size and the number of people in the home change that. When we pump, we'll tell you when to book the next one.
What are the signs of septic trouble? +
Slow or gurgling drains, sewage smells, soggy or unusually green patches over the drain field, and an alarm going off on a pump tank. If you notice any of these, cut back on water use and call us.
Do Blue Duck Club members save on septic? +
Yes. In Norfolk and Winchester, members get $25 off septic pumping, plus a free visual tank inspection.
Why do I have low water pressure or no water? +
On a well, low pressure or no water usually points to the well pump, the pressure tank or the pressure switch. Check that the pump's breaker hasn't tripped, then call us. We'll find the cause and repair or replace what's failed.
Do you drill wells? +
No, we don't drill new wells. Our Norfolk and Winchester branches repair and replace well pumps, and we test and treat well water.
What warranty comes with septic and well work? +
Septic and well work is covered for one year, and manufacturer warranties on new equipment pass through to you.
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Septic alarm, soggy yard or no water?
Book online in a minute or call your local branch. You'll get a 2-hour arrival window and a written price before we start.