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Bill Sanchez Plumbing

Septic Systems, Plumbing, Drain Cleaning

About us

Bill Sanchez Plumbing & Septic is a family owned and operated business in Austin for over 40 years. We are Austin's top rated plumbing and septic service company. We are an accredited Co with the Better Business Bureau.

Business highlights

53 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Septic pumping, cleaning, drain field analysis, grinder stations, sewer line replacement, pump repairs & hydro jetting.

Services we don't offer

New installations & construction.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.715 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
87%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.6
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-15 of 15 reviews

Thomas B.
02/2018
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Great, he's my favorite septic service by a long shot.
Description of Work: Pumped out septic tank and cleaned out drain field line

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

John J.
07/2017
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Bill was on time and did the job for a reasonable price.
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

Thomas B.
06/2016
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Called Bill Sanchez plumbing after trying several other Septic services because I was trying to get it pumped ASAP. He arranged for the next afternoon which was great and then later in the afternoon called and asked if he could arrive earlier in the day which suited me just fine. He arrived on time and was friendly and professional. I'm really glad I called them. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Pumped out my 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
$350

Kenneth M.
05/2015
5.0
plumbing, septic tank
  + 0 more
In spite or torrential rains in the morning, Bill still made it out within about 4 hours of making contact with him. He was able to fix a failed pump switch and drain the black tank while he was there. Super nice guy to deal with. I was really looking for a smaller full-ervice provider and appreciated dealing directly with the owner who came out and take care of the job. I'd highly recommend Bill and definitely call him the next time that I need septic repair.
Description of Work: Septic system alarm light was on. In the past I had used one of the big companies with adequate if imperosnal service and very pricey. I saw some of the reviews on Angie's List and gave Bill a call.

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
$600

greg B.
01/2015
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Bill came out within 3 hours of being called on a Saturday morning, pumped out a septic container and fixed the failed sump pump. It was a service that we greatly appreciated being done so quickly. His total bill was less than what other providers wanted to charge just to come out and look at the situation. He showed up. fixed the issue and was cheerful and pleasant.
Description of Work: Pumped out a full septic container and fixed the sump pump

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
$500

Emily R.
06/2014
5.0
plumbing, septic tank
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Pump out and helped diagnose tank issues. Gave tips to help improve time between pumping a including hangs out low flow toilets and shower heads. Honest, friendly, and down to earth.

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
$325

Joyce T.
06/2014
5.0
plumbing, septic tank
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Pumped and cleaned septic tank. |Service provider was friendly and professional. |It went well.

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

Tyra W.
03/2014
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
It was an emergency situation and they remedied our problem with ease! Great service!
Description of Work: .

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

Debra D.
11/2013
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
I found Bill on Angie's List, called and spoke to Bill, set a time for him to arrive and pump our septic tanks. He not only personally answers his calls, but arrived promptly as scheduled. Thank you Bill and thank you Angie's List! Bill has been placed on our contractor list for ALL future needs!
Description of Work: Bill pumped our septic tanks as well as check our hot water heater.

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
$500

Jamie N.
05/2013
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
I heard our septic alarm going off and panicked. (after googling this was not a good thing and could potentially cause flooding of the kind you dont want in your house or in your neighbor's yards). After leaving messages at other companies that specialize in septic systems I called Bill (thanks Angie's list). By this time it was after 5pm on a Wed evening. he answered immediately and was at my house within an hour. He was friendly, professional, and honest about the issues and potential costs. He identified ways we could save money and still get the results needed (no upselling at all and he easily could have - I dont know a lot/anything about septic systems). He stayed unitl it was well after dark with a smile on his face and positive demeanor the entire time. He did a thorough investigation of the system and field to ensure all other systems were working before he left. He also fixed a separated pipe that my husband could've easily handled and didnt charge us for it. He went above and beyond and could've charged us a ridiculous amount as this was an after-hours, emergency situation - and did not. We will use Bill from now on for any septic or plumbing issues in the future. His trustworthiness, responsiveness, and positive attitude were refreshing and worth referring to others.
Description of Work: Replaced burned out pump with nw 3/4hp solid case sewage pump with new pump float switch, replaced a discharge line, fixed a de-coupled pipe, and tested all systems, field, and alarm to ensure everything was now working properly and there were no more issues

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

AIMEE C.
04/2013
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
I had called the plumber who originally installed this system to run a diagnostic when my tenant called to say the grinder pump was not working. This other plumber said it was an electrical problem and recommended replacing the entire controller box ($1500 for part alone) and was hinting there might be a problem with the pump - which could void it's warranty and put me on the hook for additional repair costs. I decided to get a second opinion. I had never worked with Bill Sanchez before. He came recommended to me by a friend. We spoke on the phone and he gave me his diagnotic fee up front, and we scheduled a time for the service call. Upon checking the system, Bill quickly determined that two loose wires needed to be plugged in properly to the capacitor inside the controller box. Also, he noted these were uncoated wires and were so close together they might be shorting out. So he installed some simple plastic wire covers to provide protection. This simple fix got the system running again. He then showed me how the floats were getting hung up inside the tank, causing the system to malfunction. He removed them and reinstalled so they could float freely. He also checked the siphon line and other parts of the system. I really appreciated that Bill took the time to show me how this system works and explained all the repairs he was doing. I feel he examined the system thoroughly and left it performing better than it was when he arrived. I greatly appreciate that he did not attempt to sell me parts or services that were unneccessary.
Description of Work: Performed diagnostic service on entire lift station septic system. Identified issues in controller box and with floats inside septic tank. Corrected all problems so system was working properly 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
$225

Jim Z.
02/2012
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
William Sanchez is a professional in every way. He gave a reasonable ballpark estimate based upon what I told him, and after sending some pictures of the hole in my pipe, was able to confirm a turnkey price. He always called back when promised, and arrived when promised. Given the age of the system, he said he would replace the float device which I firmly agreed with. He worked with me on minimizing costs of electrical issues as my system was hard wired. I will use his company again not just for septic repair, but now for any maintenance pumping.
Description of Work: Replaced my burned out 25 year old pump with 3/4 hp solid cast iron sewage pump. Installed new 2 inch pump discharge pipe with new swing check valve and union. (The old, copper encased check valve had corroded leaving a 2 inch diameter hole.) Replaced pump float switch and re-connected wiring in electrical j-box.

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
$1,250

susan T.
08/2011
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Bill Sanchez is a nice guy and punctual. He showed up on time and did the work that needed to be done. I give him A plus.
Description of Work: I called Bill Sanchez Plumbing to clean out my septic tank. This is my first house with a septic tank so I was not knowledgeable about the procedure. He showed up on time on July 21, 2011. He worked hard to dig out the ground to get to the septic tank. It was quite full and some of the dredge had spilled out into the drain field. I have lived here for 11 years and never had it done before. So he recommended putting chemicals into the drain field to help clean it out. Then he told me that I could put risers on top -- an extra cost -- but he was not pushy about it. I decided that it was worth it to pay for the risers. I paid extra to have it done. His usual cost is much less, approximately $300 plus but I made the choice to pay for the chemicals and the risers. I am planning to sell my house in the next few years and I wanted to make sure that my septic tank was in good shape to appeal to buyers. Bill Sanchez inherited this business from his father. He is a really nice guy, very likeable and hard working. I recommend him highly.

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

BRADJEPHTA B.
04/2007
1.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Said he would do the work and gave an estimate but then after getting far enough ahead that the system was made inoperable said that it would be much more expensive to finish. I was left with no choice but to go forward and it was not a good experience.
Description of Work: Pump replacement and riser/lid install.

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

$2,500

    Contact information

    9111 Old Lampasas Trl, Austin, TX 78750


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Monday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Thursday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Friday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Saturday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

    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,
    Plumbing,
    Drain Cleaning

    FAQ

    Bill Sanchez Plumbing is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Monday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Thursday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Friday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Saturday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

    Bill Sanchez Plumbing accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, Bill Sanchez Plumbing offers free project estimates.
    Yes, Bill Sanchez Plumbing offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Bill Sanchez Plumbing does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Bill Sanchez Plumbing offers emergency services.
    No, Bill Sanchez Plumbing does not offer warranties.
    Bill Sanchez Plumbing offers the following services: Septic pumping, cleaning, drain field analysis, grinder stations, sewer line replacement, pump repairs & hydro jetting.
    New installations & construction.

    Contact information

    9111 Old Lampasas Trl, Austin, TX 78750


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Monday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Thursday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Friday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    Saturday:
    6:00 AM - 8:00 PM