Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Septic & Sewer Services in Kalamazoo, MI
Modern Septic & Sewer has served Kalamazoo, MI since 1945, providing comprehensive septic and sewer solutions as a family-owned business. Our 75+ years of experience ensures prompt resolution of septic emergencies through services like installation, pumping, tank cleaning, and repair. We utilize industrial-grade equipment while adhering to OSHA safety standards, offering transparent explanations of system functionality and maintenance requirements. Our team specializes in septic inspections, storm drain installation, and city sewer connections, prioritizing customer education about system capacity, maintenance schedules, and regulatory compliance.We maintain local expertise in Kalamazoo County and Van Buren County, providing detailed reports for septic and well inspections with video camera diagnostics. Our commitment to quality extends to sewer line installation, repair, and replacement services with mainline locating capabilities.
Services
Septic Installation
Septic Pumping
Septic Tank Cleaning
Septic Repair
Storm Drain Installation
Sewer Line Services
Septic Inspections
Well Inspections
Video Camera Diagnostics
City Sewer Connections
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ years of combined septic industry experience
- We adhere to OSHA safety standards
- Our team uses industrial-grade equipment
- We provide 24/7 emergency response availability
- We guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden fees
What people say
Absolute best
Exceptionally wonderful
Saved me $15,000
Highly knowledgeable
Great experience
Services
Septic Pumping
Regular septic tank pumping prevents system failure by removing accumulated solids. Our 30-45 minute service maintains optimal liquid levels to avoid drain field contamination. We recommend scheduled maintenance based on tank capacity and household size to ensure regulatory compliance and system longevity.
Sewer Repair
We diagnose and repair sewer line issues using advanced locating technology. Our services include pipe replacement, leak detection, and mainline obstruction removal. Industrial-grade equipment ensures efficient resolution of clogs and structural damage while minimizing property disruption.
Septic Inspections
Comprehensive inspections use video camera diagnostics to assess tank condition, drain field functionality, and component integrity. We provide detailed reports identifying maintenance needs or required repairs, ensuring compliance with local health department regulations for property transactions.
Storm Drain Installation
Our storm drain systems prevent water damage by redirecting surface runoff. Professional installation includes proper grading and piping to protect foundations and landscaping. We design solutions tailored to property topography and drainage requirements.
Septic Installation
We install code-compliant septic systems sized for household needs. Services include permit assistance, tank placement, and drain field construction. Our designs incorporate future-proofing considerations for potential home expansions or usage changes.
Questions
How often should I pump my septic tank?
Frequency depends on tank size and household occupancy. Contact us for personalized recommendations.
What indicates septic system failure?
Wet yard areas, odors, or high liquid levels require immediate technician evaluation.
Do you service city sewer systems?
Yes, we handle city sewer connections and water treatment compliance solutions.
Are flushable wipes safe for septic systems?
We strongly advise against flushing disposal wipes to prevent system blockages.
How does home expansion affect septic systems?
Additional bedrooms may require system upgrades to meet current sanitary codes.
Do you offer maintenance plans?
We recommend regular pumping schedules and annual component inspections for optimal performance.
Reviews (4)
Randy Armintrout
Oct 24, 2021
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We have done business with Modern Septic & Sewer over a span of years. My husband and I are retired now but over the the years as our children grew, we owned 3 homes. We always were happy with their service. Over the last 30 years when ever I had a question and called the office they were always very pleasant and helpful. I feel when you call a business and are treated with respect as a customer nowadays is very rare. I know over the years my husband has recommended Modern to coworkers and our friends. My family would never hesitate to refer someone to this company. We hope we dont need Modern
Dan Teich
Apr 23, 2021
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This was the first time I used Modern Septic and Sewer to pump my septic tank. Service was on-time as promised and working with the office and the gentleman that did the service was very easy. This firm really does seem to care about the customers and they all did what they could to help me understand the service, timing and my questions regarding my septic system. They were a joy to work with and I plan to come back to them in the future. Thank you Modern Septic and Sewer for a wonderful experience!
Mindy Sienko
Feb 21, 2021
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This is a very professional company that is extremely knowledgeable in all things to do with sewer and septic. Our septic system failed and Amanda was quick to calm me down, explaining the issue and how to go about getting the permit from the county. They were able to send someone out right away to get us a quote. I felt like I was an educated consumer but had no idea how a septic system really worked and Amanda was able to explain it all to me in laymen's terms. If you are having any issues, or need your septic system replaced, I would give them a call!
Josh Coffman
Sep 12, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
Don't usually rate businesses but felt this experience is worth my time. Wife and I have never used Septic in our lives so we had lots of questions. Walked me through everything with a great crash course and were very helpful in educating me for future maintenance. Outstanding customer service experience! Thank you!!!
Don't usually rate businesses but felt this experience is worth my time. Wife and I have never used Septic in our lives so we had lots of questions. Walked me through everything with a great crash course and were very helpful in educating me for future maintenance. Outstanding customer service experience! Thank you!!!
