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Septic Tank Pumping & Installation in Essex County, Virginia

10 septic contractors on record for Essex County. All phone numbers from the Virginia DPOR regulant lists (refreshed every ~5 business days).

Need your septic tank pumped or inspected in Essex County?

10 state-recognized contractors are listed below with phone numbers straight from the Virginia roster — call one directly. Most tanks need pumping every 3–5 years, and a failed system costs 10–30× more than routine maintenance.

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Typical pricing: routine pumping of a 1,000-gallon tank runs $300–$600; inspections $150–$450; full system replacement $5,000–$20,000 depending on soil and system type. Get multiple quotes for anything beyond routine pumping.

State-recognized septic contractors

Company	Services	Phone
James E Woodland Iii	Alternative Onsite Sewage Installer (MAOI)	—
Jeffrey L Howeth	Alternative Onsite Sewage Installer (MAOI)	—
Jesus M Martinez	Alternative Onsite Sewage Installer (MAOI)	—
John R Davis	Alternative Onsite Sewage Installer (MAOI)	—
Joseph B Lewis Jr	Alternative Onsite Sewage Installer (MAOI)	—
Matthew A Braxton	Alternative Onsite Sewage Installer (MAOI)	—
Robert E Howeth	Alternative Onsite Sewage Installer (MAOI)	—
Wayne A Davis Jr	Alternative Onsite Sewage Installer (MAOI)	—
William K Cooke	Alternative Onsite Sewage Installer (MAOI)	—
Bruce W Casey	Conventional Onsite Sewage Installer (MCOI)	—

Septic rules in Virginia

Virginia licenses onsite sewage installers and operators through DPOR, with separate classes for conventional and alternative systems. The Virginia Department of Health permits installations and repairs. If you're buying a home with a septic system in Essex County, ask for the permit history and get an inspection before closing.