Best Septic Tank Services in Lancaster, PA (2026)

Compare 19 top-rated septic tank companies near Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Find trusted providers for septic pumping, tank repair, installation, and drain field services β€” with real customer reviews and pricing.

🚨 24/7 emergency septic service available in Lancaster. Serving Lancaster and surrounding Pennsylvania communities.

19
Companies
4.7β˜…
Avg Rating
2,055
Total Reviews
Yes
Emergency Available
πŸ’° Prices reported by customers in Lancaster: $35 β€” $3,500

Septic Tank Companies in Lancaster β€” Quick Comparison

#CompanyRatingReviews
1Sonlight Services LLCβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5982
2Sam's Backhoe and Septic Repairsβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 521
3Sharp Septic LLCβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 59
4Barber's Septic Serviceβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 55
5Peter's Septic Tank Pumpingβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 51
6Mike's Septic Serviceβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.949
7Kauffman's Septic Service, LLCβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.939
8Sons Septic LLC.β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.928
9Davis, William & Sons Septic Cleaningβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.914
10Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanupβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.8253
11Fins Environmental Service LLCβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.7383
12The Plumbing Worksβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.740
13Blue Star Septic Serviceβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.723
14Robbins Septic Serviceβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.723
15Thomas H. Erb & Sons, Inc.β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½ 4.621
16John Kline Septic Servicesβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.354
17Kline's Services, a Wind River Companyβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.194
18Miller & Sons Septic Servicesβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† 4.19
19RD Excavating Company Incβ˜…β˜…β˜…Β½β˜† 3.97

1. Sonlight Services LLC

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…5(982 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 54 Midway Rd, Bethel, PA 19507, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Closed
🌐 Website
InspectionInstallationPumpingRepair

What customers like:

  • βœ… Thorough (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Excellent (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… On time (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Courteous (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Clean (1x mentioned)

What to watch for:

  • ⚠️ Late (1x mentioned)
  • ⚠️ Mess (1x mentioned)
πŸ’° $35 – $70(based on 2 customer reports)
80% positive

β€œTanks 1 & 2 emptied and inspected. Videos taken of our concerns so they knew exactly what we/they need, to fix it. Pricing Fair. We got a text, with picture of employee. Matthew showed up with a friendly greeting. He was genuinely concerned about my”

β€” Dana Lackey, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

β€œThe service that I received with Sonlight when Randy still owned the business was fantastic. Since he sold the business, not so much. The first time I scheduled with the new ownership to pump out my septic tank, I was asked what time of day I would”

β€” sir entynchano, β˜…β˜…

2. Sam's Backhoe and Septic Repairs

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…5(21 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 427 Pleasant Hill Rd, Wrightsville, PA 17368, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Open 24 hours
🌐 Website
PumpingRepair

What customers like:

  • βœ… Great (3x mentioned)
  • βœ… Fair price (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Highly recommend (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Fair (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Excellent (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (1x mentioned)
100% positive

β€œMy husband and I have been working on getting our patio done all summer, and we finally got down to digging out the old patio pavers. We found out we had to find someone to dig up the patio completely due to incorrect laying of the past pavers. They ”

β€” Kayla R, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

3. Sharp Septic LLC

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…5(9 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 512 Overlys Grove Rd, New Holland, PA 17557, USA
πŸ• Hours not available
Pumping

What customers like:

  • βœ… Prompt (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Helpful (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Professional (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Reasonable (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Highly recommend (1x mentioned)
100% positive

β€œStarted using them years ago. I remember the 1st time. The original owner showed up at my front door in a suit. Pretty impressive. Then he changed or put his overalls on over top before doing the septic work... I don't know which... I didn't spy on h”

β€” Leanne, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

4. Barber's Septic Service

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…5(5 reviews)
πŸ“ 193 Evans Rd, Perkiomenville, PA 18074, USA
πŸ• Hours not available
🌐 Website
PumpingRepair

What customers like:

  • βœ… Professional (3x mentioned)
  • βœ… Highly recommend (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Friendly (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… On time (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Knowledgeable (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Excellent (1x mentioned)
100% positive

β€œI had my septic tank pumped out. They were on time and very thorough, pumping and cleaning out the tank. They dug out the cap and replaced the ground when finished, it's like they were never there. I also thought the price was very reasonable. Would”

β€” Ken Dittman, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

5. Peter's Septic Tank Pumping

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…5(1 reviews)
πŸ“ 2008 Lancaster Pike, Peach Bottom, PA 17563, USA
πŸ• Hours not available
100% positive

6. Mike's Septic Service

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.9(49 reviews)
πŸ“ 1479 Main St Ext, Brogue, PA 17309, USA
πŸ• Saturday: 7:00β€―AM – 12:00β€―PM
Pumping

What customers like:

  • βœ… Great (3x mentioned)
  • βœ… Professional (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Reasonable (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Clean (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Responsive (1x mentioned)

What to watch for:

  • ⚠️ Poor (1x mentioned)
80% positive

β€œService completed: March 2024. 100% recommend and will be using Mike's Septic Service in the future! This was our first time getting our septic tank cleaned out since buying our home in the area and we were not familiar with the companies in the ar”

β€” Carrie Reesman, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

β€œI’d leave no stars if could. We just moved in our house. Mikes was the septic company who services our home. Septic has filled and backed up 2x since Julybwhen we moved in. He blew us off both times! Like he knows there’s a problem and playing dumb a”

β€” George McCann, β˜…

7. Kauffman's Septic Service, LLC

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.9(39 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 236 Governor Stable Rd, Bainbridge, PA 17502, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Closed
🌐 Website
InspectionPumpingRepair

What customers like:

  • βœ… Helpful (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Great (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Polite (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Knowledgeable (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… On time (1x mentioned)
100% positive

β€œ4 am early Saturday morning, our septic alarm went off. I checked the tank and saw that it was close to the top. After calling the plumber just after 7 am, they told me that I need to get it pumped out for them to fix it. I called Kauffman's since”

β€” Ken Kowalski, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

8. Sons Septic LLC.

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.9(28 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 961 Leisters Church Rd, Westminster, MD 21157, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Open 24 hours
🌐 Website
Pumping

What customers like:

  • βœ… Great (4x mentioned)
  • βœ… Highly recommend (3x mentioned)
  • βœ… Professional (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Prompt (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Clean (1x mentioned)
100% positive

β€œI contacted Sons Septic for a luxurious restroom trailer rental for a church event. Office responded quickly and gave me great price. They came out and set the restroom up the day before my event. Very professional and the restroom trailer was clean ”

β€” cody cooper, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

9. Davis, William & Sons Septic Cleaning

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.9(14 reviews)
πŸ“ 341 Snyder Hollow Rd, New Providence, PA 17560, USA
πŸ• Hours not available
🌐 Website

What customers like:

  • βœ… Fast (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Fair (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Knowledgeable (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Thorough (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Courteous (1x mentioned)
100% positive

β€œBill is the best in the business and his pricing is VERY fair. I have always relied on Bill for almost 10 years now and will continue to for the long foreseeable future.”

β€” Bill Onderdonk, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

10. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.8(253 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 313 W Liberty St Ste 255, Lancaster, PA 17603, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Open 24 hours
🌐 Website
InstallationRepair

What customers like:

  • βœ… Professional (3x mentioned)
  • βœ… Knowledgeable (3x mentioned)
  • βœ… Fair (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Fast (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Polite (1x mentioned)
πŸ’° $200 – $200(based on 1 customer report)
80% positive

β€œI am a first time customer with Roto-Rooter and if I could give them 10 stars I absolutely would. I had an emergency water leak coming from my bathroom tub faucet and a Field Water Restoration Supervisor arrived within 20 minutes of my call. He quic”

β€” Juan Vault, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

β€œThey did a good job, but I don't feel the price was warranted. A pipe came apart and all it had to be was crimped back together, and they charged me two hundred dollars. If I would have went to lowe's or home depot, I could have bought the tool for t”

β€” Holly Parashar, β˜…β˜…

11. Fins Environmental Service LLC

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.7(383 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 691 Truce Rd, Quarryville, PA 17566, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Closed
🌐 Website
InstallationPumping

What customers like:

  • βœ… Great (4x mentioned)
  • βœ… Friendly (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Highly recommend (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Excellent (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Helpful (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Courteous (1x mentioned)
100% positive

β€œAlways a great experience with Fins! Having my septic serviced isn’t ever on top of my mind but Fins staff is diligent to remind me when service is due. The technicians are kind and courteous. They do a great job of making sure to leave your property”

β€” Paul Farmer, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

12. The Plumbing Works

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.7(40 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 210 W Grant St Suite 401, Lancaster, PA 17603, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Closed
🌐 Website
InstallationRepair

What customers like:

  • βœ… On time (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Professional (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Great (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Friendly (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Highly recommend (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Reasonable (1x mentioned)
100% positive

β€œAvion Roache was spectacular. He arrived on time, took a look a our sewage that had been backed up for a couple of days now- he came in and went in with a huge snake and de-clogged it. He was also very friendly to my husband and I and explained every”

β€” Christine Kue, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

13. Blue Star Septic Service

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.7(23 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 25 Silverdale Ave, Wrightsville, PA 17368, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Open 24 hours
🌐 Website
PumpingRepair

What customers like:

  • βœ… Highly recommend (3x mentioned)
  • βœ… Professional (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Prompt (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Helpful (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Great (1x mentioned)

What to watch for:

  • ⚠️ Late (1x mentioned)
  • ⚠️ Didn't call (1x mentioned)
80% positive

β€œI contacted five local businesses that elicited 24 hour service, however I only found one to address my needs. I believe his name was Tyler, he walked me through how to fix my septic issue while we were on the phone. He was super patient and very hel”

β€” Kimberly Stamm, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

β€œIf I could give this company zero stars I would. Called and set up pumping, receptionist wasn't in office (totally understandable) said would call in about 4t min when she was back in the office. She did! So it was great.... until I never got service”

β€” Amanda Reinecker, β˜…

14. Robbins Septic Service

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.7(23 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 3008 Hauck Rd, Green Lane, PA 18054, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Closed
🌐 Website
Pumping

What customers like:

  • βœ… Great (3x mentioned)
  • βœ… Friendly (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Helpful (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Prompt (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Efficient (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Responsive (1x mentioned)
100% positive

β€œSo, I don't think I've ever written a review for any company before in my life. The customer service and quality of service that I received was nothing less than fantastic. I recently hosted an outdoor wedding at my house and was stuck on how to prov”

β€” Victoria Angelucci, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

15. Thomas H. Erb & Sons, Inc.

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.6(21 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 268 Sego Sago Rd, Lititz, PA 17543, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Closed
🌐 Website
InspectionInstallationPumpingRepair

What customers like:

  • βœ… Great (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Friendly (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Responsive (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (1x mentioned)
πŸ’° $340 – $3,500(based on 3 customer reports)
60% positive

β€œI’ve been using Erb and son as my septic company for 5 years since purchasing my home. They’ve been great to work with for the required township inspections and pumping so when I had septic backing up on Saturday they were the first ones I called. Ke”

β€” Jordan Kreider, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

β€œWhen I needed a new sewer pump, I called Erbs. 2 techs came out and replaced the pump. After a few days I realized the pump wasn't working as my holding tank was full. I had to have them come out for 2 "emergency calls" before they found the pump”

β€” Melody Klahr, β˜…

16. John Kline Septic Services

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†4.3(54 reviews)
πŸ“ 3869 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy, PA 17552, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Closed
🌐 Website

What customers like:

  • βœ… Clean (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Polite (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Great (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (1x mentioned)
60% positive

β€œI am pleased with the quality of service, John Kline showed up late on a Friday when I thought all hope was lost for a quick resolution. There team member may have been on of the nicest people I've met in awhile! Thank you so much. You have my thanks”

β€” Allen Wilterdink, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

β€œGreatful that the plumbing backup is good now. The only issue I have is there was no heads up about the high pressure air used to unclog the pipe. Came home to a bathroom covered in sewage. Could've prevented alot of this by at least putting the lid ”

β€” Bobbie Jabs, β˜…β˜…

17. Kline's Services, a Wind River Company

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†4.1(94 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 5 Holland St, Landisville, PA 17538, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Open 24 hours
🌐 Website

What customers like:

  • βœ… Honest (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Friendly (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Experienced (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… On time (1x mentioned)

What to watch for:

  • ⚠️ Mess (1x mentioned)
  • ⚠️ Unprofessional (1x mentioned)
  • ⚠️ Never showed (1x mentioned)
  • ⚠️ Terrible (1x mentioned)
πŸ’° $783 – $783(based on 1 customer report)
60% positive

β€œJan 27, 2026 just after the big snow the temperature dropped crazy low. I had done everything I could think of or read about to prevent pipes freezing. Well, the water pipes were running smoothly but all of my drains and toilets stopped flowing. I ca”

β€” Elizabeth Warden, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

β€œCustomer service doesn’t exist. I have been calling for over one month and was told the owner would reach out to me and he hasn’t bothered. No one answers the phone. Every time I call it says I’m over 10 people deep in waiting and I’ll get a call bac”

β€” Christine W, β˜…

18. Miller & Sons Septic Services

β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†4.1(9 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 217 Mill St, Fawn Grove, PA 17321, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Closed
🌐 Website
PumpingRepair

What customers like:

  • βœ… Friendly (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Prompt (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Professional (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Excellent (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Helpful (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Great (1x mentioned)

What to watch for:

  • ⚠️ Rude (1x mentioned)
60% positive

β€œOutstanding. My septic system was full. I had to pay extra for emergency service however they responded almost immediately. Thanks Miller and Son's for the prompt and friendly service.”

β€” Theodore Zink, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

β€œWe have been using Miller's septic for 16 years. I had a question and made a phone call. Spoke to one of the owners. She was a female. Rude as can be all I did was ask a question and after 16 years of service she told me to find a new provider for ou”

β€” Rottiemom, β˜…

19. RD Excavating Company Inc

β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½β˜†3.9(7 reviews)🚨 Emergency
πŸ“ 746 N Manor Rd, Elverson, PA 19520, USA
πŸ• Saturday: Open 24 hours
🌐 Website
Installation

What customers like:

  • βœ… Excellent (3x mentioned)
  • βœ… Responsive (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Great (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Quick (2x mentioned)
  • βœ… Helpful (1x mentioned)
  • βœ… Professional (1x mentioned)
80% positive

β€œI experienced Rich, Pamela, and the entire crew to be friendly, attentive and very professional during all of our interactions with R.D.-Excavating-Co.. They demonstrated high quality performance at every stage for both the removal of an underground”

β€” Mel R. Hillis, β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…

πŸ“– Complete Septic System Guide for Lancaster, PA

How much does septic service cost in Lancaster?

Based on prices reported by customers in Lancaster, septic services range from $35 to $3,500. Costs vary depending on the service type β€” routine pumping is typically on the lower end, while installations and major repairs are higher.

How many septic companies serve Lancaster?

There are 19 septic tank service providers in the Lancaster area with an average rating of 4.7 stars across 2,055 customer reviews.

Is emergency septic service available in Lancaster?

Yes. Multiple companies in Lancaster offer emergency or same-day service based on customer reports. Check individual listings above for emergency availability.

What septic services are available in Lancaster?

Companies in Lancaster offer: Inspection, Installation, Pumping, Repair.

How often should I pump my septic tank?

The EPA recommends pumping your septic tank every 3 to 5 years, depending on household size and tank capacity. A family of four with a 1,000-gallon tank should pump approximately every 3 years.

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