Best Septic Tank Repair in Knoxville, TN
Compare 23 local septic tank repair providers in Knoxville. Verified listings with real contact info.
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Valley Septic
4028 Papermill Dr NW #4, Knoxville, TN 37909
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
5 ★
26 reviews
Sunrise Plumbing and Remodel llc
5437 N Broadway St Suite #5, Knoxville, TN 37918
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
5 ★
92 reviews
GoHero Home Services
6283 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
4.8 ★
1967 reviews
J&J Septic Services of Knoxville TN
6283 Clinton Hwy # 4, Knoxville, TN 37912
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
3.9 ★
33 reviews
Bob's Septic Services
7531 Twin Creek Rd, Knoxville, TN 37920
Monday: 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM | Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM | Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM | Thursday: 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM | Friday: 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
5 ★
15 reviews
Paynes Plumbing & Electric
7031 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN 37909
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
4.8 ★
176 reviews
Top Septic Service
6824 Cahaba Ln, Knoxville, TN 37914
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
4.9 ★
132 reviews
Ambient Services Plus Inc. HVAC, Septic Pumping, Electrical, Plumbing
1048 W Union Valley Rd, Seymour, TN 37865
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
4.9 ★
234 reviews
Kington Sewer & Septic Drain Cleaning Service Inc.
2501 Byington Solway Rd, Knoxville, TN 37931
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
4.5 ★
70 reviews
Rose Septic Services
1203 McCarty Rd, Knoxville, TN 37914
Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
4.9 ★
259 reviews
Power Pumping Septic Services
139 Shelly Way, Seymour, TN 37865
Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Sunday: Closed
4.7 ★
35 reviews
Bob's Septic Services
214 Chapman Overlook Dr, Seymour, TN 37865
4.4 ★
7 reviews
Rural Septic Service And Drain Cleaning
246 Moores Gap Rd, Heiskell, TN 37754
Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
4.4 ★
25 reviews
Valley Plumbing, Inc.
11826 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
4.8 ★
560 reviews
Rocky Top Septic & Excavating Services LLC
10748 Rutledge Pike, Blaine, TN 37709
Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sunday: Closed
4.9 ★
74 reviews
Hank Russell Septic Service
337 Leatherwood Dr, Maryville, TN 37803
Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sunday: Closed
5 ★
47 reviews
Bubba Dumps Septic & Sewer Works
127 Shultz Hollow Ln, Clinton, TN 37716
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
5 ★
108 reviews
Big T's septic tank service
337 Dawn Hill Ln, Maryville, TN 37801
Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
4.7 ★
80 reviews
Pro Septic Services
148 Johnson Cir, Lenoir City, TN 37771
Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Sunday: Closed
4.8 ★
78 reviews
The Drain Man
1908 Branner Ave, Jefferson City, TN 37760
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
4.5 ★
53 reviews
Ray's Septic Tank Pumping
1339 Sugar Hollow Rd, LaFollette, TN 37766
4.8 ★
16 reviews
Tri-County Septic Services | Septic Pumping & Maintenance
134 Cove St, Jacksboro, TN 37757
Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours | Sunday: Open 24 hours
4.6 ★
108 reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my septic tank needs repair?
Signs include persistent sewage odors, wet spots or standing water near the tank or drain field, sewage backing up into the house, visible cracks or damage to the tank lid, and sinkholes forming near the tank. In Tennessee, any of these issues should be addressed promptly because TDEC's Subsurface Sewage Disposal System rules and local SSDS permits are written to protect groundwater and public health.
Can a cracked septic tank be repaired or does it need replacement?
Minor cracks can often be repaired with concrete sealant or epoxy. However, major structural damage, severely corroded steel tanks, or tanks with multiple cracks usually require replacement. A licensed TN septic contractor can assess the best option.
How much does septic tank repair cost in Tennessee?
Septic tank repairs in Tennessee range from $600 for minor fixes like baffle replacement to $3,000 or more for significant structural repairs. Full tank replacement typically costs $5,000 to $10,000, reflecting Tennessee's higher labor and permitting costs.
Do I need a permit for septic tank repair in Tennessee?
Yes, most structural repairs and component replacements on an SSDS require a construction permit from your county environmental health program (local SSDS permitting authority), and work must comply with Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-48-01 and T.C.A. Title 68, Chapter 221, Part 4. Minor maintenance like pumping alone typically does not trigger a new permit, but tank repairs, drain field work, and distribution changes usually do.