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Septic Tank Prices United States
Prices exclude state and local sales tax. Permit requirements, setback rules, and approved system types vary significantly by county. Always consult your county health department before installation.
Septic Tank Prices by Service Type — United States
Prices exclude state and local sales tax. Permit requirements, setback rules, and approved system types vary significantly by county. Always consult your county health department before installation.
| Service | Unit | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🚛Septic Tank Pumping Pump and haul septic tank contents by a licensed waste hauler, recommended every 3–5 years for residential systems depending on household size and tank capacity | /service | $250 | $400 | $700 |
| 🏗️Septic System Installation (New) Full new conventional septic system installation including tank, leach field, excavation, soil testing, and permit for a typical 3-bedroom home on a standard lot | /job | $6,000 | $14,000 | $25,000 |
| 🔄Septic Tank Replacement Replace a failed or aging septic tank with a new concrete or fiberglass tank including excavation, connections, inspection, and permit | /job | $5,000 | $11,000 | $20,000 |
| 🔧Septic to Sewer Connection Connect property to municipal sewer system including decommissioning existing septic, new sewer lateral, city connection fee, and inspection | /job | $2,000 | $8,000 | $20,000 |
| 📋Septic Inspection & Report Professional septic system inspection including tank pumping, component inspection, leach field assessment, and written report for real estate transactions or compliance | /report | $300 | $500 | $800 |
| ⛏️Leach Field Replacement Replace a failed drain field or leach field including soil percolation testing, trench excavation, pipe and gravel installation, and permit | /job | $3,000 | $7,500 | $15,000 |
| 💧Aerobic Treatment Unit Install Install an aerobic treatment unit (ATU) for sites requiring advanced treatment, including unit supply, excavation, electrical hookup, spray irrigation, and permit | /job | $10,000 | $18,000 | $30,000 |
| 🛠️Septic Tank Repair Repair cracks, broken outlet tees, damaged risers, or compromised baffles on concrete, fiberglass, or plastic septic tanks | /job | $500 | $1,200 | $3,000 |
| ⚡Sewage Pump Replacement Supply and install a replacement sewage or effluent pump including pump removal, installation, wiring check, and float switch test | /job | $800 | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| 📅Annual Maintenance Contract Annual service agreement covering inspections, pumping schedule management, and priority service response for residential septic systems | /year | $250 | $450 | $700 |
| 🍽️Grease Trap Pumping Pump and clean commercial or residential grease trap including grease waste disposal and condition report | /service | $200 | $380 | $600 |
| ⛰️Mound System Installation Install an elevated mound septic system for sites with high water tables or shallow soil, including fill material, distribution pipes, and permit | /job | $10,000 | $18,000 | $30,000 |
Septic Tank Prices by City
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Los Angeles
California · 3.9M
From $288
San Francisco
California · 870K
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San Diego
California · 1.4M
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San Jose
California · 1.0M
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New York City
New York · 8.3M
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Buffalo
New York · 280K
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Houston
Texas · 2.3M
From $225
Dallas
Texas · 1.3M
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Austin
Texas · 1.0M
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San Antonio
Texas · 1.5M
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Miami
Florida · 450K
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Orlando
Florida · 310K
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Tampa
Florida · 400K
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Jacksonville
Florida · 950K
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Chicago
Illinois · 2.7M
From $275
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania · 1.6M
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Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania · 300K
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Columbus
Ohio · 905K
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Cleveland
Ohio · 370K
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Atlanta
Georgia · 500K
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Boston
Massachusetts · 680K
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Seattle
Washington · 740K
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Phoenix
Arizona · 1.6M
From $220
Denver
Colorado · 715K
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Septic tank service prices in United States range from $200 for basic pump-outs to $30,000 for complex new installations or aerated treatment systems. Prices exclude state and local sales tax. Permit requirements, setback rules, and approved system types vary significantly by county. Always consult your county health department before installation.
The most common septic system services in United States include tank pump-outs, new installations, tank replacement, septic to sewer conversion, system inspections and compliance reports, absorption trench repair, aerated treatment system installation, and effluent pump replacement.
Regular pump-outs every 3–5 years prevent costly system failures. Get 2–3 quotes for major work. Organise council approvals before engaging contractors to avoid delays. Schedule non-urgent work for autumn or winter when demand is lower. Prices exclude state and local sales tax. Permit requirements, setback rules, and approved system types vary significantly by county. Always consult your county health department before installation.
In United States, most septic tank modifications, repairs, and new installations require council or local authority permits. Routine pump-outs typically do not require approval. Requirements vary across United States by state, province, or region. Prices exclude state and local sales tax. Permit requirements, setback rules, and approved system types vary significantly by county. Always consult your county health department before installation.
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