Slow drains, gurgling toilets, sewage smells, wet ground over the drain field, or a backup in the house all point to a system that needs attention. Repairs range from small fixes like a baffle, lid, or pump to major drain field work, and the right fix starts with a diagnosis.
The companies below offer repair work in one or more of the counties this directory covers. Call them directly. If you have a backup in the house, say so up front, since that usually moves you up the schedule.
Companies Offering Septic Repair
[LISTINGS: Directory listings appear here, filterable by county. Each listing shows business name, phone, website, services offered, counties served, and TDEC permit number where provided.]
Common Repairs
- Broken or missing baffles and outlet tees
- Failed effluent pumps and alarm problems
- Damaged or collapsed tank lids
- Clogged or damaged filters
- Drain field problems, from overloaded lines to full field failure
What Does Repair Cost?
Repairs commonly run about $500 to $8,000 depending on what failed. Major drain field repair or expansion can run about $6,000 to $10,000. Those are typical Tennessee ranges, not quotes. A company should be able to explain what failed, what the fix is, and what it costs before they start work beyond the diagnosis. See our cost guide for more detail.
While You Wait
- Cut back on water use until the system is checked
- Keep people and vehicles off the drain field area
- Do not open the tank yourself; gases inside a tank are dangerous
Browse Repair Companies by County
- Anderson County
- Campbell County
- Union County
- Northern Knox County
- Scott County (extended coverage)
- Roane County (extended coverage)
Before You Hire
Ask about TDEC permit status, what the diagnosis includes, and get the repair price in writing. A listing here is information, not an endorsement.