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Environmental Septic & Waste Service Inc

Septic Systems, Excavating, Sewer Cleaning

About us

Locally owned & operated by Vernon King III.

Business highlights

41 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Residential & commercial. septic system inspections/certifications, septic repairs, maintenance, drain & sewer cleaning, backhoe & any necessary digging.

Reviews

4.617 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
82%
4
12%
3
0%
2
0%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.2
professionalism
4.5
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7
Showing 1-17 of 17 reviews

Chirag B.
05/2024
1.0
excavators
  + -1 more
I reached to them for emergency septic pumping. They charged lot more for that but system is backing up again in a week. The guy who did pumping expressed some concern with tank but said that he will convey to the office. I called at least 5 times to the office, talked to them once, left multiple messages but they haven't provided any details. Also not returning any calls in last 2 days. I had to call another company to pump again within a week. If this company had explained me right away if anything wrong with the tank, we could have avoided another incident within a week.
Description of Work: Septic tank pumping and service

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0

$450

France G.
09/2020
5.0
excavators, septic tank, sewer cleaning
  + 1 more
Kyle was very helpful and professional. He took the time to explain the process and the condition of our septic. We will definitely be using them again.
Description of Work: Inspection and pumping

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Maria B.
11/2018
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Very pleased with the inspection and pumping of septic tank done for home buyers as part of the inspection process. Service Technician explained in detail condition of the tank, the Inspection report was delivered two days later as promised via email. The office staff and service tech were very punctual and professional. It is nice to know that we still have these family operated businesses that treat customers well and delivered a quality service at a reasonable price.
Description of Work: Professional and Punctual

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$445

Charles H.
08/2018
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Work was outstanding! Provided assistance with permitting, financing, etc, and did an exceptional job. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Replaced a failed septic system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Carl B.
08/2017
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Prompt, courteous and professional! They even reseeded the area when done.
Description of Work: Regular septic tank pumping plus replacement of damaged internal baffle and installation of extension for easier access to tank.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,635

Elaine F.
08/2017
5.0
excavators, septic tank
  + 0 more
The job was done quickly and efficiently.
Description of Work: The buyer of my home had a septic inspection and I was asked to raise the height of the riser and replace a cracked cap. Environmental Septic and Waste has serviced our tank over a number of years. Mine was a smaller job but it was time sensitive due to the settlement schedule. The owner, Vernon, quoted me a reasonable price, fitted me into the schedule on the day I requested, and he came out and did the work himself.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Bill K.
08/2015
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
This is not my first experience with Environmental Septic and I am totally satisfied with their work and cost.
Description of Work: Cleaned and refurbished our septic holding tank.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Pat F.
07/2015
4.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I have used Environmental Septic for the past 15 years to pump my septic tank. They do an excellent job. However they are more expensive than another company several of my neighbors used recently. My main complaint about this recent service is that they sent an employee to my house in advance of the septic truck. This employee removed the dirt on top of my septic tank. The job took him about 2 minutes and I was charged $85.00 for the job. My tank is covered by about an inch of soil. I made a comment to the owner of Environmental Septic about my displeasure and his comment was "that's why we encourage our customers to dig up their own tanks before we come" No one advised me of this policy in advance.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$360

michael D.
06/2015
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: dug out septic tank opening and cleaned out tank. educated me on proper septic tank maintenance.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

joel B.
06/2014
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Steven M.
02/2014
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Clean septic system

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Amit K.
05/2011
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
First time they came out, they couldn't locate the septic tank in the yard, a week later the owner himself came and found it. Unfortunately it was deeper than 2 feet and thus a 300 digging charge would be incurred on top of the drainage fee. We were told all costs upfront and were not pressured in any way. They came out a week later and performed the whole job in 1 hour, very courteous and professional. This is a family business that puts the customer first.
Description of Work: Septic Tank Drainage and installation of a riser cap for easier access in future.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$950

Kristen S.
02/2011
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Great! They were there on an emergency call and came right as discussed. They made some additional calls for me to get some other help I needed on services they didn't provide. I have used them several times and I have always been happy with their service.
Description of Work: Septic Tank Pump Out

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$235

Daniel L.
08/2010
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Not much to say. There were no problems.
Description of Work: We had our septic tank pumped. There is a rise on the tank so no digging had to be done.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

William R.
05/2007
4.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
They did a good job (as far as I can tell; I wasn't having any problems with the septic system; it was just due for routine pumping). They actually arrived early (appointment was for 7:30 a.m.; they arrived at 6:45). The only concern I had was over the total bill. They had quoted a price of $195 for pumping and up to $115 for a "digging fee." I had already located the opening to the tank before they arrived, so they didn't have much digging to do at all. Nevertheless, they charged the full $115 digging fee for a total of $310. One other thing: after they finished, Mr. King said that the next time, the tank should be pumped from the main opening (which he pointed out was located a few feet from the opening they used, which he said was only an auxiliary opening not intended for pumping). After they left, I wondered why they hadn't used the correct opening in the first place.
Description of Work: They pumped out my 1,250-gallon septic tank.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$310

ELLEN B.
03/2005
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
THE OVERALL EXPERIENCE WAS EXCELLENT. THEY CAME OUT ON TWO OCCASIONS, THE FIRST TO LOCATE THE SEPTIC TANK OPENING AND THEN ACQUIRING THE COUNTY DRAWING FOR THE EXACT LOCATION. THE SECOND TIME THEY DID THE ACTUAL PUMPING SERVICE.
Description of Work: THEY GAVE AN ESTIMATE AND THEN PROVIDED PUMPING SERVICE FOR OUR SEPTIC TANK.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

MARIA K.
12/2004
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF.
Description of Work: CHECKED OUT THE SEPTIC SYSTEM AND PUMPED IT.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

    Contact information

    PO Box 466, Damascus, MD 20872

    www.montgomerycountymdseptic.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

    Insured
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    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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    Service Categories

    Septic Systems,
    Excavating,
    Sewer Cleaning

    FAQ

    Environmental Septic & Waste Service Inc is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    No, Environmental Septic & Waste Service Inc does not offer free project estimates.
    No, Environmental Septic & Waste Service Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Environmental Septic & Waste Service Inc does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Environmental Septic & Waste Service Inc does not offer emergency services.
    No, Environmental Septic & Waste Service Inc does not offer warranties.
    Environmental Septic & Waste Service Inc offers the following services: Residential & commercial. septic system inspections/certifications, septic repairs, maintenance, drain & sewer cleaning, backhoe & any necessary digging.

    Contact information

    PO Box 466, Damascus, MD 20872

    www.montgomerycountymdseptic.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM