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Hiring septic tank services in Tampa: Costs and Checks
The four septic tank services we compare in Tampa average 4.7 out of 5 from 1,412 public reviews. Get at least two written quotes for the same scope, and check what each leaves out.
What pushes the price up
Two quotes for the same job can be far apart. Usually that is because one includes things the other leaves out, not because one company is much cheaper.
Ask every company to price the same written list, so you compare like with like.
A good quote lists all of these
- Exact scope, materials and brand names
- Permit fees and who pulls the permit
- Electrical work, clean-up and repairs around the job
- Warranty terms, in writing
- Payment stages tied to finished work
The four we compare, on paper
From our Tampa septic tank services comparison. Each one is best for something different.
| Business | Rating | Reviews | Years | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ted's Septic TanksSeffner | 4.7 | 28 (2021) | – | Not published | Our quick choice |
| Tampa Bay Plumbers LLCTampa | 4.7 | 1,179 | – | Not published | Best overall |
| Quality Septic Inc.Brandon | 4.9 | 177 (2021) | – | Not published | Most reviewed |
| High Low Plumbing Services, LlcBrandon | 4.6 | 28 (2021) | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
Ratings and reviews from public review sites, checked October 31, 2026.Spot a mistake?
Local facts: Hillsborough
Public and government data that adds context to the quotes you’ll get.
- $420,400Median home value: Median value of owner-occupied homes (ACS table B25077).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 55.7%Homes built before 1990: 101,687 of 182,425 housing units were built in 1989 or earlier (ACS table B25034, year structure built).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 166,278Households in Tampa: Occupied housing units (one household per occupied home), ACS table B25003.Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- June 1 to November 30Atlantic hurricane season: An average season (1991–2020) has 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes.Public recordNOAA National Hurricane Center, Tropical Cyclone Climatology · 1991–2020 climate period
- 1985Median year homes were built: Half of all housing units were built before this year (ACS table B25035).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 50.3%Owner-occupied homes: 83,683 of 166,278 occupied homes are lived in by their owners (ACS table B25003).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
Figures from public sources, checked October 31, 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Get two or three quotes for the same written scope
- Book outside the busiest season if the job can wait
- Ask about free estimates before anyone visits
- Paying a big deposit before work starts
Where these numbers come from
Ratings and review counts come from public review sites; local facts from the public sources cited above. No business paid to be mentioned.
Found something that looks off? Tell us. Read how we pick the four.
FAQ: costs in Tampa
How is the top 4 ranking of septic tank services in Tampa calculated?
Each business gets a score from its rating, review volume, recent reviews, years in business, profile completeness and record checks. The highest scores make the list. We compared 4 septic tank services for Tampa. Paid placements never change the order.
Which of these septic tank services in Tampa has the best reviews?
Quality Septic Inc. has a 4.9 rating from 177 (2021) (2021) public reviews, the highest on this page.
Which of these septic tank services has the most reviews?
Tampa Bay Plumbers LLC, with 1179 public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs.
Are these septic tank services licensed?
4 of the 4 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.
How many quotes should I get for septic tank services in Tampa?
Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.
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Compare Tampa’s top septic tank services side by side, then ask only the ones you pick for a quote.