Root's Excavating

Septic Company in Commerce Township, Michigan

(540) 344-2197, Commerce Township, MI 48382View on Yelp

About Root's Excavating

Root's Excavating is a Commerce Township, Michigan based contractor specializing in septic services and excavation work for residential and commercial properties in western Oakland County. Commerce Township is one of the faster-growing communities in the region, with new construction alongside older lakefront homes and rural properties that rely entirely on private septic systems. A contractor with both excavation equipment and septic knowledge is well suited to this market where system installations, replacements, and repairs are regular needs. Root's brings the heavy equipment and the septic expertise to handle projects that require both.

Services

Septic Services
Excavation Services

Services & Process

Root's Excavating focuses on the bigger-picture septic work that requires machinery and site knowledge, not just a pump truck. That includes full system installations for new construction, tank replacements when an existing tank has cracked or corroded beyond repair, and drain field excavation for properties where the absorption area has failed. Their excavation capability also means they can locate buried tanks on older properties where no records exist, digging carefully to find and expose the system. Routine pumping and inspections are also available for customers who want ongoing service from a contractor they already trust.

Service Area

Root's Excavating serves Commerce Township and the surrounding western Oakland County area, including Walled Lake, Wolverine Lake, Milford Township, and White Lake Township. They're also familiar with the lakefront properties along Dodge Park and Wolverine Lake where lot constraints can complicate septic work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size excavator is needed for a typical septic tank replacement in Commerce Township?
A mid-size excavator is standard for most residential tank replacements, though tighter lots or access restrictions near lake properties may require smaller equipment. Root's assesses site access before scheduling to make sure the right machine shows up.
Can Root's Excavating locate a buried septic tank on an older property?
Yes. Many older homes in Commerce Township and surrounding areas have tanks with no recorded location. Root's can probe the yard, use their knowledge of typical installation patterns, or carefully excavate to find the tank and expose the lid for access.
How do soil conditions in western Oakland County affect septic system design?
Sandy soils drain quickly and work well for conventional drain fields, while clay-heavy soils drain poorly and may require engineered systems with mound designs or other alternatives. A percolation test during the permit process determines which type of system is required.
Is excavation necessary for a routine septic pump-out?
Not usually. If the tank lid is accessible or close to the surface, a pump-out is a straightforward job. Excavation becomes necessary when lids are buried deep, when a tank needs to be replaced, or when the drain field requires repair work.
Do lakefront properties in Commerce Township have special septic requirements?
Properties near water bodies are subject to additional setback requirements from Oakland County Health Division and potentially EGLE, Michigan's environmental agency. Systems near Wolverine Lake or other water bodies must meet stricter standards to protect water quality.
How long does a new septic system typically last in Oakland County?
A properly installed and maintained system can last 25 to 40 years or more. The drain field is usually the first component to fail, often due to overloading, improper waste disposal, or root intrusion. Regular pumping every 3 to 5 years significantly extends system life.

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