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QUALITY SEPTIC SVC
5.0
They were right on time and not only did the work, but provided valuable suggestions to prolong the life of the septic system. I would definitely use them in the future for other septic system needs.
- Douglas H....
QUALITY SEPTIC SVC
5.0
We had a clog in the drainage to the septic tank. We snaked it ourselves but it didn't solve the problem and the toilet stopped draining. We called several companies and Quality Septic was the only one that could come out the same day. They found a gunk stuck by the septic tank, coming out of the pipe from the house where the snake couldn't reach, so they sucked it out in addition to pumping our tank. It solved the problem. We were very happy with the work done.
- Haruyo N....
Mr Pumper Septic & Drain
5.0
Dan was prompt, professional and courteous as always. The service could not have been performed better. We have been using Mr. Pumper for the past 15 years to help maintain our septic system and have never been disappointed by the service.
- Duane D....
AL'S SEPTIC TANK SVC
5.0
Their workers were professional. They came when they said they were going to and I have had no problems with them. I think their pricing is comparable to other companies in the area. They closed things up like they should and were fine.
- Richard F....
TITUS SEPTIC TANK SVC
5.0
They come when they said they are going to come. As far as I know, their prices are pretty much the general pricing. Their prices depends on what they do.
- Kathleen H....
Live Oak Painting
5.0
Another outfit claimed we needed a whole new septic system. Eric from Analy Septic came out, did an inspection, and said the eixisting system could be fixed for less than half the cost of a new system. The job was done quickly, and they worked around my schedule. Analy Septic is a local business with 3 generations working there. I met all three family members, and were impressed with their honesty, work ethic, and willingness to repair, rather than replace. They get my highest recommendation.
- Giel W....
A-1 SEPTIC TANK SVC INC
5.0
The pricing was average, nothing special. The septic tanks have a wood diver and just after they were here and I had another plumber come out. The new guy called me and told me the diver was cracked but A-1 never reported it to me. We had to have in drained again which cost me $500. I emailed A-1 about this and they basically told me that they didn't see anything. I felt they were very unprofessional about this. The experience was good but hesitant on using again.
- Mark L....
Mr Rooter Plumbing of Mendocino & Lake Counties
5.0
Mike literally saved the day with his inspection. He was able to locate the septic which turned out not to be a legit septic and which helped give honesty to a property that was incorrectly listed at my time of escrow as having a legit septic. He was patient and provided a very detailed, professional report. It resulted in an addendum being issued to replace the septic and ultimately I canceled escrow on the property due to lack of agreement between the Seller and I on an extension to get more inspections done. I can't thank Mike enough for his patience throughout that entire process. The listing has since been corrected to reflect a need for a replacement septic, so that future potential buyers will not have to go through what I did and all the surrounding hassles. Mike brought light and honesty to a listing needing that extra nudge. I wish the Seller well and future potential buyers well in the sale and have no regrets. I have hired Mike again to do a sewer line inspection on the new escrow I'm in, in the town of Nice, CA. He's terrific.
- Freya M....
Mother Lode Septic Service
5.0
They provided me with a list of things I needed to do to keep the septic system as clean as possible and functioning. They also gave us a senior discount.
- Sandra R....
ALLARD'S SEPTIC SERVICE
5.0
Went above and beyond what was expected. Did extra digging in hard rock without a complaint or extra charge. Usually extra digging costs extra
- Alison W....
AARON'S SEPTIC TANK
5.0
Very well. Immediate call back each time we called. Came right on time. Got the job done in less than an hour. Very courteous and professional.
- Karin C....
Allstar Plumbing
5.0
So I wake up one morning and the flush just wouldn’t flush.. like water would fill up but not flush. So I called All Star Plumbing and spoke to a Kevin who was very understanding considering I was irritated over this issue early in the morning.. he told me someone was already working in the area and would be able to come by in a couple hours.. on arrival the plumber told me the septic pipes were clogged and would take about an hour or so to find the issue and fix it.. about 20 minutes in he comes back to tell me the issue was bigger than expected and might take longer than expected I appreciated him following up with me on that. Compared to other places I called All Star gave me the best price quote from however I could describe my issue over the phone. On arrival Javier was very Respectful and Personable which was nice because I live on my own.. and True to the quote my bill was very reasonable.
- Manvin G....
ALLARD'S SEPTIC SERVICE
5.0
We were advised by a plumber that, based on the symptoms we provided, our septic tank was likely full. So Ron came out to pump the tank. Before doing that, he spent a good amount of time sorting out where the tank was (it's buried) and what the layout of the system is. Then he inspected the tank and determined that it did not need to be pumped. He diagnosed the problem as a blockage in the main line and recommended an excellent plumber. Nice guy, honest, easy to work with. Will definitely use again when it's REALLY time to pump the tank.
- Chris H....
Live Oak Painting
5.0
Very satisfied with Analy Septic. I called the day before and they were able to fit me in their schedule the very next day. They taught me a lot about my septic system, how to maintain and trouble shoot problems. Al and his grandson Jake were friendly yet professional. Their work is thorough and done well. I highly recommend Analy Septic.
- Ligaya R....
AARON'S SEPTIC TANK
5.0
tank is well removed from the road (125 ft) and down a hill (about 20 ft). Truck showed up on time. No problem with the distance or slope.....BOOM...cleaned. will use again.
- Tom F....
AARON'S SEPTIC TANK
3.0
THEY TOTALLY EMPTIED, CLEANED AND SERVICED THE SEPTIC TANKS. THE WORKERS WENT UNNOTICED AND WERE VERY CLEAN. THEY ARRIVED ON TIME AND COMPLETED THE JOB IN A TIMELY MANNER.
- Lynn M....
A-1 SEPTIC TANK SVC INC
5.0
It went very well. Creativity was required, and applied successfully. When one worker didn't do acceptable work, he was removed from the job and replaced with another worker who did very well.
- Beverly L....
P&R Septic Systems
5.0
The whole experience was very pleasant. The crew was very helpful, punctual and polite. The work was excellent and very well priced. The price saved us quire a bit over what a competitor quoted us. Pand R went over and above what we expected.
- Ruby D....
ALLARD'S SEPTIC SERVICE
5.0
Allard was prompt, courteous and professional. The work was done quickly and thoroughly. Mr. Allard and his son were pleasant and their equipment was up-kept. We would definitely use them again.
- Helga S....
Koseski & Sons Septic Service
5.0
My father used Koseski and Sons Septic service for about 40 years. They are absolutely awesome. They came when they said they would come. They are honest and knowledgable. They definitely have the experience to reflect the great job that they do.
- Cheri B....

Septic Tank Cleaners Near You

4.8

(24)

Recent Review: He fixed our septic tank in about a half an hour.
4.4

(289)

Recent Review: Jerry Biodo, from Mike's Plumbing arrived at 0900 on Sunday morning. He crawled under the house and checked how the water pipes were located to determine if they could be rerouted from the solar pipes. While he was under the house he also checked the septic lines and air conditioner lines. He went up on the roof next and checked where the water was coming from and if there was obvious damage to the roof. He counseled me to contact a Solar Company to have the solar unit removed and roof checked for water damage. As a temporary way to stop the leaking and still give me hot water he cut and capped the leaking pipes. He also checked but could not find a motor to the unit. He said he would be back to reroute the water lines to the water heater as soon as I get the solar units removed. It was a very hot day so I really appreciated Jerry's attitude and all the extra help and advice he gave me.
4.7

(587)

Award 2020Super Service Award
Recent Review: Everything was fine. They gave me a good tip and told me that I could use the city the next time for free if I have the same problem. That wasn't good for their business but that is what they told me.
4.8

(76)

Recent Review: This is the company that I use for normal service on the septic tank system at my rental property. They assessed the septic tank for me before I purchased the property. Recently the smaller septic tank filled with water due to the frequent rains we were having, creating a plumbing emergency for one of the tenants. I called one afternoon, they came the next afternoon to take care of the problem and perform the yearly service for the 3 septic tanks on the property. They cleaned the affected septic tank, cleaned another small septic tank, and told me that although it had been a year since the last service that the large septic tank did not need cleaning. I was only charged for the work that was done. I strongly recommend them.
4.8

(207)

Recent Review: Got the recommendation for Domco from Angie's List. We didn't have any septic problems, we had just bought the house, and the tank hadn't been emptied in 6 years. I called them at lunchtime, and they came out at 3 pm. Gil answered all my questions, checked out the health on the system, and emptied the tank. He did a real clean job, and kept me informed of what he was seeing and doing. He told me about the Angie's List discount, which helped out. I'd definitely recommend Domco.
5.0

(10)

Recent Review: They were right on time and not only did the work, but provided valuable suggestions to prolong the life of the septic system. I would definitely use them in the future for other septic system needs.
5.0

(1)

Recent Review: Dan was prompt, professional and courteous as always. The service could not have been performed better. We have been using Mr. Pumper for the past 15 years to help maintain our septic system and have never been disappointed by the service.
4.5

(2)

Recent Review: Their workers were professional. They came when they said they were going to and I have had no problems with them. I think their pricing is comparable to other companies in the area. They closed things up like they should and were fine.
5.0

(1)

Recent Review: They come when they said they are going to come. As far as I know, their prices are pretty much the general pricing. Their prices depends on what they do.
5.0

(6)

Recent Review: Another outfit claimed we needed a whole new septic system. Eric from Analy Septic came out, did an inspection, and said the eixisting system could be fixed for less than half the cost of a new system. The job was done quickly, and they worked around my schedule. Analy Septic is a local business with 3 generations working there. I met all three family members, and were impressed with their honesty, work ethic, and willingness to repair, rather than replace. They get my highest recommendation.

Septic tank cleaning is an important process - debris can solidify and end up blocking pipes that lead into and out of the tank itself. With proper cleaning, all debris inside the tank can be removed in order to prevent issues.

How is septic tank cleaning done? What is the process?

The septic tank cleaning process involves the following steps:

  • Accessing the tank. Cleaning begins by accessing the main septic tank. The lid is first removed and special equipment is used to access the inside of the tank itself.
  • Removal of debris. Next, pumping equipment is used to remove all solid debris that has accumulated within the tank. A power hose is also used to dislodge any debris that is stuck along the tank walls.
  • Inspection of the tank structure. Your contractor may also inspect the inside/outside of the tank for any structural damage and surface effluent.

How much does septic tank cleaning near me cost?

Most homeowners incur $280 to $500 for their septic tank cleaning.

It’s advisable to have the tank pumped at least once every three years. If you let the tank overflow, it can result in significant problems that may require replacement (a $5,000 to $10,000 cost). If you notice pools of water around the home, slow draining sinks and toilets, or frequent foul odors, it may be time for septic tank cleaning.

What should I look for in a contractor near me?

Before you hire a professional for this service, here are questions to ask your septic tank cleaner.

  • What specific steps are included in your cleaning service?
  • Do you charge a fixed cost or by the hour?
  • Where is the waste taken for disposal?
  • What if I experience problems after the cleaning process?

These questions will make it easier to estimate the septic tank cleaning cost and whether your contractor is a good pick for the job.