16 Best Septic Tank Pumping Companies in Lubbock County

16 septic tank pumping companies in 3 towns across Lubbock County, Texas. Pick your town to see its septic companies ranked by Pump Score.

16 septic companies
3 towns
2,586 reviews
$300–550 typical pump out

Finding septic tank pumping lubbock county homeowners can count on is easier when every option sits in one place. This page covers the 16 companies in our Lubbock County directory, spread across Lubbock, Shallowater and Slaton. It also explains what a pump-out involves, so you can read each listing below with clear expectations.

Top Rated Septic Tank Pumping Companies in Lubbock County Compared

The top picks side by side. The full ranked list follows below.

#	Septic Company	Town	Best for	Score	Reviews
#1	Action Air Plumbing & Septic	Lubbock	Homeowners who want a septic company with a long track record	9.2	1844
#2	Action Air Plumbing & Septic	Lubbock	Homeowners who want a septic company with a long track record	8.7	310
#3	Matador Septic Pumping	Shallowater	Homeowners who want a septic company with a long track record	8.1	158
#4	Brothers Septic Systems LLC	Lubbock	An established local septic company with plenty of reviews	7.3	79
#5	Duckies Septic Service	Lubbock	Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday	6.6	49
#6	Johnson Pumping	Lubbock	An established local septic company with plenty of reviews	6.0	58
#7	Pump & Roll Waste	Lubbock	Saturday appointments	5.6	22
#8	Vaughn Backhoe & Septic Service	Lubbock	Saturday appointments	5.5	20
#9	Townsend Pump Service	Lubbock	Checking services and hours online before you call	5.3	16
#10	Red Dirt Ditching and Septic LLC	Lubbock	Weekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday	5.2	15

Top Rated Septic Tank Pumping Companies Across Lubbock County

Ranked by Pump Score. Tap a septic company to see it in its town's full guide.

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Action Air Plumbing & SepticLubbock · 1844 reviewsHomeowners who want a septic company with a long track record
9.2
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2
Action Air Plumbing & SepticLubbock · 310 reviewsHomeowners who want a septic company with a long track record
8.7
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3
Matador Septic PumpingShallowater · 158 reviewsHomeowners who want a septic company with a long track record
8.1
Call See in Shallowater
4
Brothers Septic Systems LLCLubbock · 79 reviewsAn established local septic company with plenty of reviews
7.3
Call See in Lubbock
5
Duckies Septic ServiceLubbock · 49 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
6.6
Call See in Lubbock
6
Johnson PumpingLubbock · 58 reviewsAn established local septic company with plenty of reviews
6.0
Call See in Lubbock
7
Pump & Roll WasteLubbock · 22 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.6
Call See in Lubbock
8
Vaughn Backhoe & Septic ServiceLubbock · 20 reviewsSaturday appointments
5.5
Call See in Lubbock
9
Townsend Pump ServiceLubbock · 16 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
5.3
Call See in Lubbock
10
Red Dirt Ditching and Septic LLCLubbock · 15 reviewsWeekend bookings, open Saturday and Sunday
5.2
Call See in Lubbock
11
Lubbock Porta ProsLubbock · 3 reviewsSaturday appointments
3.8
Call See in Lubbock
12
V-tech Environmental Services LLCLubbock · 3 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
3.8
Call See in Lubbock
13
Becker Pump & Pipe CoSlaton · 6 reviewsA local septic company you can call direct
3.5
Call See in Slaton
14
Pressure Tek Environmental ServicesLubbock · 1 reviewsChecking services and hours online before you call
3.1
Call See in Lubbock
15
West Texas Septic Systems, LLCLubbock · 1 reviewsA local septic company you can call direct
2.3
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16
Montgomery Pump ServicesSlaton · 1 reviewsA local septic company you can call direct
1.5
Call See in Slaton

Hiring Septic Tank Pumping in Lubbock County

Lubbock County is large, and many homes sit well away from town. Some properties are on county roads with long driveways, which can make the tank lid hard to find and can affect how a company schedules a crew. The companies here range from single-location outfits to businesses with several listings. They differ in hours, service mix and how many Google reviews they have collected. Review counts show how much feedback a company has gathered, but they do not tell you whether a crew will arrive on time, so treat them as one input among several.

The guide prices and checklists on this page are meant to help you ask sharper questions when you call. They are not quotes, and they do not replace a written estimate from the company you choose.

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County Roads and Spread-Out Addresses Across Lubbock County

Lubbock County is not one neighborhood. Thirteen of the 16 listed companies sit in Lubbock, but Shallowater and Slaton are part of the county picture too, and several listed addresses sit on county roads. Matador Septic Pumping is on County Road 6100, Brothers Septic Systems is on County Road 6300, Johnson Pumping is on County Road 7110, and Vaughn Backhoe & Septic Service is on County Road 1300. Red Dirt Ditching and Septic is on a private road. Listed ZIP codes run from 79363 in Shallowater to 79424 on the Lubbock side, which means a rural address may fall outside the area you expect. Long drives and scattered homes make travel part of the schedule. Before you book, ask the company whether it regularly serves your road and how it plans its route.

Where the 16 Lubbock County Companies Are Based

Most of the companies in this directory are based in Lubbock, with 13 listings inside the city. Slaton has two listings and Shallowater has one. A company's home base matters if you live outside the city, because a longer drive can affect when a crew reaches your property and whether a same-day visit is realistic.

The listed ZIP codes are 79363, 79364, 79401, 79404, 79407, 79416, 79423 and 79424. Check the ZIP code on your mailing address against each listing before you call, since rural addresses sometimes carry a different ZIP than the surrounding town.

Town	Listed companies	What it means for you
Lubbock	13	The largest group of options, including both Action Air Plumbing & Septic listings
Slaton	2	Two companies to compare if you live on the Slaton side of the county
Shallowater	1	One listed company, Matador Septic Pumping, on County Road 6100

What Happens During a Lubbock County Pump-Out

A routine pump-out is quick when the tank is easy to reach. Most of the time goes into finding the lid and getting the hose to the bottom of the tank. Ask any company you call to walk you through these steps so you know what to expect.

Locate the access lidThe crew finds the lid, which is often buried under soil, and uncovers it if needed. Ask whether locating and uncovering is included in the price, because it is often a separate charge.
Check the scum and sludge levelsTechnicians measure how much scum floats on top and how much sludge sits on the bottom. Those readings show whether the tank is due for service.
Pump the tankA vacuum truck removes the liquid and solids. The crew continues until the tank is cleared of solids.
Inspect the baffles, outlet and filterCrews look at the inlet and outlet baffles and the effluent filter, if the system has one. A cracked baffle or clogged filter can point to a problem that a pump-out alone will not fix.
Get a written recordAsk for a note on what was found and when the next pump-out should happen. A good company tells you plainly what it saw in the tank.

Find Local Septic Tank Pumping by Town in Lubbock County

Every town in Lubbock County with at least one listed septic company.

Lubbock13 septic companiesTop rated: Action Air Plumbing & Septic Shallowater1 septic companyTop rated: Matador Septic Pumping Slaton2 septic companiesTop rated: Becker Pump & Pipe Co

Reading the Google Review Counts Honestly

The county's 16 companies have a combined 2,586 Google reviews. Review counts show how much customer feedback a company has collected, which is different from how good its work is. These are the review counts for the top listings in our data.

What the Action Air Numbers Tell You

Action Air appears twice because it lists two Lubbock addresses. Its two listings together account for 2,154 of the county's 2,586 reviews. That volume shows a lot of customer activity online, but it should not be the only reason you choose a company. Read the recent comments and ask about the exact service you need.

Action Air Plumbing & Septic, Lubbock (79404): 1,844 reviews
Action Air Plumbing & Septic, Lubbock (79424): 310 reviews
Matador Septic Pumping, Shallowater (79363): 158 reviews
Brothers Septic Systems LLC, Lubbock (79416): 79 reviews
Johnson Pumping, Lubbock (79404): 58 reviews
Duckies Septic Service, Lubbock (79407): 49 reviews
Pump & Roll Waste, Lubbock (79423): 22 reviews
Vaughn Backhoe & Septic Service, Lubbock (79407): 20 reviews
Townsend Pump Service, Lubbock (79424): 16 reviews
Red Dirt Ditching and Septic LLC, Lubbock (79407): 15 reviews

Weekend, Evening and Emergency Availability

Hours matter most when a tank backs up on a Friday night or a holiday weekend. The table below shows the listed open days and 24-hour status for the ten companies with the most reviews. Across the whole county, eight companies list Saturday hours in our data.

Company	Town	Days listed open	Open 24 hours
Action Air Plumbing & Septic (79404)	Lubbock	All seven days	Yes
Action Air Plumbing & Septic (79424)	Lubbock	All seven days	Yes
Duckies Septic Service	Lubbock	All seven days	Yes
Matador Septic Pumping	Shallowater	All seven days	Not listed
Red Dirt Ditching and Septic LLC	Lubbock	All seven days	Not listed
Pump & Roll Waste	Lubbock	Monday to Saturday	Not listed
Vaughn Backhoe & Septic Service	Lubbock	Monday to Saturday	Not listed
Brothers Septic Systems LLC	Lubbock	Monday to Friday	Not listed
Townsend Pump Service	Lubbock	Monday to Friday	Not listed
Johnson Pumping	Lubbock	Not listed	Not listed

How Often a 1,000 Gallon Tank Needs Pumping

The common guidance for a household septic tank is pumping every three to five years. That range is a starting point, not a rule. A 1,000 gallon tank serving a family of four fills faster than the same tank serving two people, and a garbage disposal adds solids that build up quickly.

What Changes the Schedule

Household size, daily water use, tank size and the use of a garbage disposal all affect how fast solids build up. Heavy laundry days and frequent guests add water to the tank, which leaves less time for solids to settle. A recent inspection can give you a better answer than a calendar estimate.

Can a Tank Go 20 Years Without Pumping?

Some tanks stay in service longer than the usual range, but waiting 20 years is a serious risk. Scum and sludge keep accumulating, and eventually solids can move toward the drain field. Drain field repairs cost far more than a routine pump-out, so a missed pump-out can turn into a large bill.

Does Ridex or Another Additive Replace Pumping?

Many homeowners ask whether Ridex or a similar product can keep a tank clean without a truck. Additives are marketed as a way to break down solids, but they do not remove the sludge and scum that a pump-out removes. Most septic guidance treats regular pumping as the step that matters, and many professionals advise against relying on additives in place of service. If you are unsure, ask the company you hire what it recommends for your system.

Standard Tanks Versus Aerobic Systems

A standard septic tank is a buried chamber that holds wastewater while solids settle. It needs periodic pumping, and between visits it needs little attention beyond careful water use. An aerobic system adds air and mechanical parts to treat wastewater more actively. It needs regular pumping and a maintenance contract, and it often needs more attention than a standard tank.

Guide prices reflect that difference. Pumping a 1,000 gallon standard tank runs $300 to $550, while aerobic system pumping runs $350 to $650. An aerobic maintenance contract runs $200 to $450 a year. Not every listing in our data says whether it handles aerobic units, so ask before you book.

Before You Book in Lubbock County

Use this list on the phone so the quote you receive matches the work you expect.

Confirm that the company serves your road and that your ZIP code is in its service area.
Ask whether locating and uncovering the lid is included in the price.
Ask whether weekend or after-hours calls carry an extra fee, which guide prices put at $100 to $300.
Confirm the tank size before the crew arrives, since larger tanks cost more.
Request a written quote before any work begins.
Ask for a written note on the tank condition, including baffles and any effluent filter.

How Much Does Septic Tank Pumping Cost in Lubbock County?

Guide prices for Texas in 2026 give you a rough range before you call. The guide price table below lists the full set of ranges. A standard 1,000 gallon septic tank pump-out typically falls between $300 and $550. Larger tanks at 1,500 gallons or more run $450 to $750, and aerobic system pumping runs $350 to $650. Grease trap pumping ranges from $250 to $500.

Add-ons change the total. Locating and uncovering the lid costs $50 to $200, and an emergency or weekend callout can add $100 to $300. A septic inspection runs $200 to $500, and riser and lid installation runs $300 to $800. These are guide ranges, not quotes. The company you choose will set its own price after it sees your property and tank.

Typical 1,000 gal pump out$300 to $5502026 guide price for Lubbock County

Typical septic tank pumping prices in Lubbock County
Service	Guide price
Pumping
Septic tank pumping (1,000 gallon)Standard residential tank, lid already exposed	$300 to $550
Large tank pumping (1,500 gallon+)Bigger homes or two compartment tanks	$450 to $750
Aerobic system pumpingTrash, aeration and pump tanks emptied	$350 to $650
Locating and uncovering the lidDepends on depth and soil	$50 to $200
Grease trap pumpingRestaurants and commercial kitchens	$250 to $500
Emergency or weekend calloutAdded to the pumping price	$100 to $300
Inspection and maintenance
Septic inspectionVisual and operational check, often for a home sale	$200 to $500
Aerobic maintenance contractYearly, three visits as required in many Texas counties	$200 to $450
Effluent filter cleaningOften included with a pump out	$75 to $150
Repairs and installs
Riser and lid installationSaves digging on every future pump out	$300 to $800
Septic or effluent pump replacementPump unit, float switch and labor	$800 to $1800
Drain field repairSize, soil and access dependent	$2000 to $10000
New aerobic system installedDesign, permit and install	$8000 to $18000

Guide prices only, not quotes from listed businesses. Always confirm with your septic company.

The 10 Acre Rule Question in Texas

Many searchers ask about a 10 acre rule for septic systems in Texas. This directory does not have a verified summary of that rule, and the details can depend on property size, the type of system and the agency involved. Texas regulates on-site sewage facilities through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and local permitting authorities may add requirements of their own. Before you build, buy or sell property, check the current rule with TCEQ or the local authority that handles septic permits for your address.

Best Time to Book Septic Tank Pumping in Lubbock County

Book a pump-out before the tank gets close to full, especially if you have guests coming, a big household project or a stretch of heavy water use. If you can, avoid holiday weekends, since weekend and after-hours calls can add $100 to $300. If your schedule is tight, start with the companies in the hours table that list seven-day availability, then confirm the current schedule by phone before you commit.

General Texas booking pattern for septic tank pumping companies, shown as a guide rather than measured local data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Septic Tank Pumping Companies in Lubbock County

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How much does it cost to pump out a 1000 gallon septic?

Guide prices for a 1,000 gallon tank in Texas run $300 to $550 for 2026. The final price depends on the company, access to the lid and any add-on services.

What is the 10 acre rule in Texas?

This directory does not have a verified summary of the rule. Texas regulates on-site sewage facilities through TCEQ, so confirm the current requirements with TCEQ or the local authority that handles septic permits for your property.

How much does it cost to pump a septic tank in Texas?

A standard 1,000 gallon tank typically runs $300 to $550 in guide prices. Tanks of 1,500 gallons or more run $450 to $750, and aerobic system pumping runs $350 to $650.

How often does a 1000 gallon septic tank need to be pumped out?

Pumping every three to five years is the common guidance. Household size, daily water use and a garbage disposal can shorten or lengthen that schedule.

Can a septic tank go 20 years without being pumped?

Some tanks run longer than the usual range without visible failure, but 20 years is a long time for solids to build up. Waiting that long raises the risk of drain field damage, which costs far more to repair than a pump-out.

Should I use Ridex in my septic?

Additives do not remove the sludge and scum that pumping removes, so they are not a substitute for regular pump-outs. Ask your pumping company what it recommends for your specific system.

Do Lubbock County septic companies work on weekends?

Eight companies in our data list Saturday hours. Action Air Plumbing & Septic and Duckies Septic Service are listed as open seven days and 24 hours, but confirm availability before you rely on it.

Is a septic inspection worth paying for before pumping?

Guide prices for a septic inspection run $200 to $500. An inspection is most useful when you are buying a home, when a tank may be failing or when you want a clear picture of the system's condition.

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