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Septic Services in Chattanooga, TN
From routine pumping to field line repairs and new installations, Rick's Septic takes care of every part of your septic system. Every job starts with a free on-site quote and upfront pricing, and we're available 24/7.
Septic & Field Line Repair
When something in your septic system breaks, we find the cause and make the repair. Up to 90% of field lines can be repaired, so we always look for a repair before recommending a full replacement.
Your field lines (also called the drain field or leach field) are the buried pipes that let water from your tank soak safely into the soil. Every repair is handled by the owners personally, with a free on-site quote before any work begins.
Common repairs
Cracked or leaking septic tanks
Clogged septic and field lines
Failing or soggy drain fields
Second opinions on replacement quotes
Septic Tank Installation & Replacement
Building a new home on land without city sewer, or replacing a system that can no longer be repaired? We install new septic tanks and field lines from start to finish, and we work with property owners and their builders on new construction.
Before installation, we evaluate your property to find the best location for the tank and field lines, away from trees, water sources, wells, property lines, and your home's foundation. The owners personally handle every installation.
What's included:
New septic tank installation
Field line installation and replacement
Full system replacement
Excavation & site work
Septic Pumping & Cleaning
Regular pumping keeps solids from building up in your tank and clogging your field lines. It's one of the most affordable ways to prevent costly repairs.
How often you need pumping depends on your tank size and how many people live in your home. We'll recommend a schedule that fits your system, so you're not pumping too often or waiting until there's a problem.
Signs it may be time to have your septic tank cleaned & pumped:
Drains running slow throughout the house
Odors around the tank or in the yard
Water pooling near the tank
It's been several years since your last pumping
Septic Inspections
Our septic tank inspections include diagnostics and troubleshooting. We check your septic system's condition, identify what's behind problems like gurgling drains, odors, or backups, and catch small issues before they become major repairs.
What an inspection covers:
An overall check of your system's condition
Diagnosis of drain, odor, and backup problems
Early detection of tank and field line issues
A clear explanation of what we found and your options
Digging & Excavation
We bring our own equipment to dig, locate, and uncover septic tanks and field lines for repairs and new installations, so there's no separate excavation crew to hire or coordinate with.
What we handle:
Septic tank locating
Uncovering septic tanks and lids
Trenching for field lines
Excavation for new installations
Up to
90%
of field lines can be repaired
Get a Second Opinion Before You Replace Your Field Line
A failing drain field doesn't automatically mean a full replacement. If you already have a quote for a new system, we'll evaluate your field lines on-site and tell you honestly whether a repair can do the job.
Why Choose Rick's Septic in Chattanooga, TN
Free On-Site Quotes
Every quote is free and no-obligation, with upfront pricing before any work begins.
Open 24/7
Septic problems don't keep business hours. Call us day or night, seven days a week.
Repair Before Replacement
We'll always tell you whether something can be repaired before recommending a replacement.
Licensed & Insured
We're fully licensed and insured, and trained and certified to work on any residential septic tank and field line.
Septic Service Questions
How do I know which septic service I need?
Start with what you're noticing: a soggy yard usually points to the field lines, while gurgling drains or odors call for an inspection. If you're not sure, call us. Our inspections include diagnostics and troubleshooting, so we'll find the cause before recommending any work.
How much do septic services cost?
It depends on your tank, how easy it is to reach, and what's actually wrong. That's why every quote is free and done on-site, with upfront pricing before any work begins.
Do you offer emergency septic service?
Yes. We're open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If sewage is backing up into your home, call us any time, day or night.
What areas do you serve?
We serve residential customers in Chattanooga, TN and throughout Hamilton County, including Collegedale, Ooltewah, Hixson, and Middle Valley.
Get a Free On-Site Septic System Quote
Tell us about the problem and we'll follow up with you. Every quote is free, with no obligation and upfront pricing before any work begins.
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