Best Septic System Repair in Chattanooga, TN
Compare 19 local septic system repair providers in Chattanooga. Verified listings with real contact info.
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Poop Dudes
2715 Forest Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37406
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 ★
175 reviews
Superior Septic & Plumbing
1652 McFarland Ave, Rossville, GA 30741
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sunday: Closed
4.9 ★
71 reviews
Clear Flow Septic and Excavation
101 Hunt Dr, Rossville, GA 30741
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 ★
13 reviews
Rooter Bros Plumbing and Septic LLC
1430 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
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: 12:30 – 8:00 PM
4.8 ★
19 reviews
Emergency No More 24hr. Septic, Drain & More
6925 Shallowford Rd Suite 301C, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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 ★
24 reviews
DrainGuard Septic Service
7268 Jarnigan Rd #305, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Monday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Thursday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Friday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Saturday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Sunday: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
5 ★
1 reviews
Chattanooga Septic Repair
674 Rainbow Dr, Rossville, GA 30741
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 ★
25 reviews
Chatta Rooter Plumbing Septic & Drain
8307 Iris Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37421
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 ★
114 reviews
RG Septic & Excavation
81 Whispering Pine Dr, Ringgold, GA 30736
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 ★
8 reviews
Friar's Septic Tank-Sewer LLC
7415 Friar Ridge Ln, Hixson, TN 37343
4.4 ★
30 reviews
Flush Fellas Septic and Excavating
5538 US-41, Ringgold, GA 30736
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
4.7 ★
69 reviews
Allstarz septic and drain
5346 Hunter Village Dr, Ooltewah, TN 37363
Monday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Saturday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Sunday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
4.8 ★
25 reviews
Chattanooga Septic Systems
9533 Hixson Pike, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379
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
4.3 ★
54 reviews
Chattanooga Septic and Excavating
9533 Hixson Pike, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379
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
4.3 ★
6 reviews
Same Day Septic
125 Destiny Ln, Ringgold, GA 30736
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 ★
91 reviews
Sparks Septic Tank & Backhoe
10888 Alabama Hwy, Ringgold, GA 30736
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
4.1 ★
28 reviews
Jackson Brothers septic and excavating
2853 Reed Rd NW, Dalton, GA 30720
Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Thursday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Friday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Saturday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Sunday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
5 ★
20 reviews
Scenic City Septic Services
719 McCallie Ferry Rd, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379
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 ★
23 reviews
Emergency No More 24hr. Septic, Drain & More
1501 S Lee Hwy, Cleveland, TN 37311
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 ★
148 reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between septic tank repair and septic system repair?
Septic tank repair focuses on the tank itself. Septic system repair addresses the entire system, including the drain field, distribution box, pipes, and pump. In Tennessee, system-level repairs require SSDS permits and must follow Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-48-01 under TDEC's statewide program, with your county environmental health office issuing the local construction permit and inspecting approved work.
How long does a septic system last before needing major repairs in Tennessee?
A well-maintained septic system typically lasts 25-30 years. In Tennessee, lots with shallow groundwater, slow soils, or small setbacks often need more maintenance and earlier major repairs than ideal sites. Seasonally high water tables and tight clay soils can shorten drain field life if the system is overloaded.
What causes septic drain field failure?
Common causes include lack of regular pumping (solids clog the drain field), excessive water use, flushing non-degradable items, parking vehicles on the field, and planting trees too close. In Tennessee, high water tables in river valleys, karst areas, and other poorly drained soils make drain field failures more common.
Can a failed drain field be repaired or must it be replaced?
Sometimes drain fields can be restored through aeration or resting the field. However, severely failed fields typically need replacement, which requires a new site evaluation, soil test, and permit from your county environmental health program under Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-48-01 and T.C.A. Title 68, Chapter 221, Part 4. Replacement in TN can be significantly more complex and expensive due to lot size constraints in dense areas.