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Earl Preston Jr Inc

Septic Systems, Excavating, Wells and Pumps,

About us

We are one of the oldest and most respected septic and excavation contractors in Baltimore and Hartford counties. Our team has a wealth of experience and knowledge. A NOWRA (National Waste Water Recycling Association) certified and alternative service provider, Earl "Gene" Preston has been in business since 1971 as a septic and excavation contractor. Also licensed to install conventional and alternative systems , Doug Dufour is our superintendent and has been working with gene since 1982. Each of our key employees has at least a dozen years of experience in the field, and has been with gene for five years or more. We have a full line of construction equipment available. MHIC # 10598. Additional DBA - Whiteford Septic Service.

Business highlights

56 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Septic System - Installation of new septic systems and replacements/upgrades, repairs/ upgrade to piping. Routine pumping of septic systems; perc testing.

Services we don't offer

We do not provide plumbing services INSIDE your home and we do not provide well or well pump services .

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.988 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
95%
4
3%
3
0%
2
1%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 76-88 of 88 reviews

KATY B.
10/2015
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown

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

$300

Response from Earl Preston Jr Inc
Thank you for your Angie's List review! Your business is very much appreciated and we look forward to taking care of your property in the future.

Pamela M.
08/2015
5.0
septic tank, wells
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Installed drains on very wet lot to dry land, did a great job, lot is now dry and usable. Installation went very well, very professional, always returned phone calls and followed up on every request.

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

Response from Earl Preston Jr Inc
Thank you for your review - glad all went well with your job and we look forward to providing stellar service in the future!

Andrea C.
07/2015
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Pumped septic tank and informed us that we could go a bit longer beofre pumping it the next time, which I found refreshing since they were clearly not trying to get us to purchase service before it is needed.

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

Response from Earl Preston Jr Inc
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and strive to provide excellent customer service. We look forward to servicing your septic system in the future.

Susan W.
06/2015
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Excellent job |

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
$299

Response from Earl Preston Jr Inc
Thank you for review - we always appreciate a customer's feedback!

Patricia F.
04/2015
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They cleaned the septic system. The technician and office personnel were very professional and helpful. I will gladly use them again.

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
$220

Response from Earl Preston Jr Inc
Thanks for your review of our company - we strive to always be professional and accommodating to our customers, leaving them 100% satisfied with there service!

Dorothy H.
01/2015
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: The crew arrived promptly and worked quickly to get the job done. The staff in the office had thoroughly explained before their arrival what needed to be done and why. Their prices are good, and all staff members that I had contact with were very professional. I definitely would use them again.

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

Response from Earl Preston Jr Inc
Thanks for your Angie's List review! We appreciate that our customers take the time to let other Angie's List members know of their satisfaction in how our work was done. 100% satisfaction is our goal!

Aaron H.
10/2014
5.0
excavators, septic tank
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: They pumped our septic tank. Also, I needed special caps for the dry wells in my yard and inquired about them with the pumping technician. He told me what kind I needed, which were one I could not find available anywhere. He checked to see if he had any on hand with him and he did so he was able to sell them to me at a very reasonable price. Technician was friendly and professional. I'll be calling them back anytime we need septic help.

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

Response from Earl Preston Jr Inc
Thank you so much for your Angie's List review. We always value our customer's feedback and look forward to providing excellent service in the future.

Jamie B.
09/2014
2.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Response from Earl Preston Jr Inc
Thank you for your recent review of our company. We are very pleased that you gave us all A's on Price, Quality, Responsiveness, Punctuality and Professionalism, but are confused by the overall D rating. We are hoping this is a website error, but if there is anything we can do please contact our office.

Suzanne D E.
07/2014
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown

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
$275

Response from Earl Preston Jr Inc
Thank you so much for your comments!

Gary G.
08/2013
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
No problem.
Description of Work: Pump out 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
$195

Carl H.
11/2011
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: I was planning to list my home for sale and due to the age (50+ years) my listing agent had some concerns about the septic. She thought it best for me to make sure that the tank was not steal (which would need to be replaced to sell my home) and to have in inspected prior to listing to save me from haveing to handle the issue later. I was happy to see Earl Preston on Angie's list since they have done alot of work on the property for many years now. I called, they came within a few days, showed up on time, they pumped out the septic, inspected it and certified it. I heard today that the buyers lender may accept this insection and not reqiure a new one. A great company that has helped several family members over several decades!!! The best in Harford County!!!

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
$300

CATHERINE B.
10/2011
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
see above
Description of Work: A small backhoe dug up my yard over the Septic tank. I was initially expecting the old cast iron pipe needed replacement but all were surprised to find PVC already in place. The dry well was not accepting the septic run off & the full tank had to be partially closed off to force the dry well to accept the septic runoff. A switch box was put in place as well as a large piple & manhole cover to make tank cleaning more efficient. Since the original expectation was also to replace pipes my 1st estimate of $1500 was reduced to $900. The septic clean out was necessary & an additional change by the company that usually does that for me & recommended Preston. Everyone involved was professional & curtious . I would have do work for me again if necessary & hightly recommend them.

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
$900

Samuel B.
10/2011
5.0
excavators
  + -1 more
well
Description of Work: came in to do some grading work and remove the excess debris and boulders. Even though work turned out to be more involved stuck to estimate.

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
$1,200

Contact information

4045 Federal Hill Rd, Jarrettsville, MD 21084

http://www.eprestonjr.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

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Septic Systems,
Excavating,
Wells and Pumps,
Sewer Cleaning,
Plumbing

FAQ

Earl Preston Jr Inc is currently rated 4.9 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

Earl Preston Jr Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Earl Preston Jr Inc offers free project estimates.
No, Earl Preston Jr Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Earl Preston Jr Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Earl Preston Jr Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Earl Preston Jr Inc offers warranties.
Earl Preston Jr Inc offers the following services: Septic System - Installation of new septic systems and replacements/upgrades, repairs/ upgrade to piping. Routine pumping of septic systems; perc testing.
We do not provide plumbing services INSIDE your home and we do not provide well or well pump services .

Contact information

4045 Federal Hill Rd, Jarrettsville, MD 21084

http://www.eprestonjr.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