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Goebel Septic Tank Service, Inc Goebel Septic Service is your trusted provider of comprehensive septic system solutions throughout Western Washington. Since 1979, our family-run company has dedicated itself to delivering exceptional service across Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Cowlitz, and Grays Harbor Counties. We specialize in residential and commercial septic pumping, inspections, and maintenance, as well as portable restroom and handwashing station rentals. Our decades of experience reflect our commitment to quality, community, and customer satisfaction.

Our licensed and bonded technicians undergo continuous professional development through WOSSA, ensuring we stay current with industry standards. From scheduled maintenance to urgent repairs, we bring expertise and efficiency to every job. We pride ourselves on clear communication, honest pricing, and dependable workmanship. Whether you're managing a construction site or need regular septic upkeep at home, Goebel Septic Service is equipped to provide timely and thorough support tailored to your needs.
Served areas
  • We serve Thurston County, Lewis County, Mason County, Cowlitz County, Grays Harbor County, and others.
Business details
  • Year established: 1979
  • Licensed
  • Insured
Highlights and features
  • Family owned and operated since 1979
  • Licensed, bonded, and WOSSA-certified technicians
  • 100% satisfaction guaranteed on all services
  • Reliable septic and portable sanitation solutions
  • Serving five counties in Western Washington
  • Fast, friendly, and fair customer service
Payment methods
  • Cash, Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments
Services
Ensure your septic system runs at peak performance with Goebels professional pumping and maintenance services. We perform a step-by-step assessment, clean out sludge, test all components, and leave you with clear follow-up recommendations. Our teams extensive training and customer-first approach have earned the loyalty of thousands across Western Washington.
Installing a septic riser with Goebel ensures your septic tank is easier to access for future inspections or maintenance. We provide a professional service that saves you time and money. A riser improves the longevity of your septic system by minimizing costly excavation work. Let Goebel handle your installation and simplify septic system upkeep for years to come.
Keep your septic system functioning efficiently with Goebels expert inspection services. Our experienced team identifies any issues early, allowing you to address them before they turn into major problems. Regular inspections help you avoid costly repairs and ensure your systems longevity. Contact us today to schedule your inspection.
We offer specialized grease trap services for both small and large systems. Whether your trap is indoors or in a difficult-to-reach location, our team uses advanced equipment, such as a pro-vac, to ensure a thorough cleaning. Trust us to maintain your grease trap and keep your business running smoothly with regular service.
Reviews (33)
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David Silliman
Apr 11, 2025
I was at work and my septic backed up. Told my wife to call these people cuz they had the most reviews in the area and they showed up at my house like 30 minutes after she called and they resolved the issue for below what I was expecting the price to be.

Would call them again for sure.
S. Peters
Mar 12, 2025
This company has been phenomenal for us. Everything cleaned and serviced perfectly and on time. Shout out to Arron May, the best help a person can hope for. Very professional and a great guy!
Gwen DeLaVergne
Jan 28, 2025
Jason Wakefield, serviced my septic system. He has informative on my system. He was polite. Very clean about the job. I recommend him to do the job for you. You won't be asking who to for septic services again. They are the place to call
Gayle Beresford
Jun 28, 2024
Considerate, hard working, on time and they really took great care of our situation.
Jan S.
Jun 24, 2024
We had a great experience using Goebel for a porta potty for our party! Guests commented that it was the nicest porta potty they have used! We couldnt be home when pick up was scheduled and they worked out a pick up time that worked for us! We will definitely use Goebel again!
Kari Driver
Jun 19, 2024
Goebel Septic is amazing! Always on point and their driver Lena was very respectful and nice! And the poopers were spectacular!
Lisa M.
Apr 02, 2024
We rented a porta-potty when our house was being built. They were always on time with weekly cleaning. Great service! To top it off - they were the best price around! I would highly recommend this company :)
Janice Hovik
Mar 12, 2024
I would like to thank Garrett for being kind enough to tow me off the road a little ways onto a side road when my transmission went out on Centralia Alpha Rd yesterday afternoon. He was very helpful and kind. He saved us from a very difficult situation . We were able to get towed the rest of the way home from AAA. Thank you again Garrett.
Janice
Derek Cat Kealoha
Feb 05, 2024
This is a Great company! The service has been excellent and the product is Top Notch. I would like to Thank the Associates who answer My phone calls, They are very nice and helpful. Arron, Our Driver, has always been willing to help and keeps the unit clean. Thanks again for all Your hard work...
Jatinder Singh
Jan 14, 2024
Fantastic customer service in all regards! From the office personnel, (Becky, Jacqueline and Emma), to the delivery day of our porta-potty up at Mayfield Lake when Garrett made the drop off. This young man was respectful of our property, our input on where to place the potty, just an extremely friendly and efficient employee. On day of pick up, we met Josiah who was just as efficient and pleasant and all aspects of needing a porta-potty were met with great attention to detail. The potty was extremely clean and fully stocked with supplies. And never thought I would say a sentence like this but...the porta-potty smelled terrific! Very refreshing nowadays, to work with a company who believes and strives for high standards to keep their customers happy and coming back for future needs. Thank you to all!
Carol
Donna Dube
Mar 27, 2023
We needed our septic tank pumped right away, and they came out the morning we called. Guys were so nice n helpful. Service was amazing. I would recommend Goebel Septic to anyone in Lewis county. Thank you so much!!!
Amanda R.
Feb 17, 2023
Goebel is just awesome. From restroom rentals to tank service, they are always prompt, professional, and fair priced.
I highly recommend them for your sanitary needs.
Corey
Jan 06, 2023
Goebel Septic was able to come out to our residence within a week to service our system. Marcello was very professional, kind, and knowledgeable. He walked us through maintenance issues with our system and taught us about components we were not aware of. He definitely went above and beyond expectations. Highly recommended!!!
Alyssa Venable
Dec 02, 2022
I have to change from my previous 5 star rating after using them for over a year. Customer service has really tanked, and the price raised 50 percent without explanation. Service has always been good, keeping this from being two stars or less, but the office team has been unresponsive and downright rude on several occasions now. Enough to make me go back and change my rating!
Lois Fowler
Dec 02, 2022
Your employee Josiah is absolutely wonderful. He does a good job we're very proud to have him take care of our restroom and he's very courteous and very polite. Great employee!!
J. Catherine Wertjes
Nov 22, 2022
Port-a-potty for a big event we had reserved from another company (not Goebels) got cancelled by that company. No explanation other than that they overestimated their supply.
Goebels didn't have one to spare, but manager Becky cared enough about our problem that she helped on the phone to think outside the box (no pun intended) to figure out a solution. Ultimately, because of her encouragement and advice, I networked until I found a unit we could "borrow". And then Goebels went the extra mile to service this unit twice for us during the week we needed it. Thank you, Becky!
Rose O.
Nov 15, 2022
Eric and Antonio from Goebel Septic were so great! Polite, professional, prompt, and did a great job on my very old and icky septic tank. It was backing up into my house. I had it pumped a few times in the years before but now I realize the other companies that had come out before only did one side of a multi compartment tank system. Goebel staff were so thorough and Im thankful they were more professional and reliable than the ones I had hired previously. I highly recommend this company and especially want to thank Eric and Antonio for fixing my issues so quickly! Thank you so much!
Tara Smyth
Sep 17, 2022
This company has absolutely been the best for emptying my black tank on my 5th wheeler anytime i have ever needed them earlier then planned they have made sure to get to me. The rates they charge are very reasonable and they guys that come to empty my tank are very professional and polite I would absolutely refer family n friends to this company
Im going to add to my review I have been with this company almost 4 yrs now and I have not 1 complaint also when I called to pay my bill ending of December I was told I had no bill and Merry Christmas. Never in my life has any company done this for me or been so easy to work with. I wouldn't go anywhere else
Benjamin Peters
Sep 10, 2022
They were clear on the pricing, they were there when they said they'd be. Hopefully I don't need them again any time soon but they definitely lived up to their reputation. They were also super easy to work with, took payment over the phone ect. They earned these stars.
Michael Hougen
Sep 10, 2022
Just wanted to give Goebels a shout out, especially Josiah top notch every visit professional, attentive.
Cindy Martin
Jan 29, 2022
I am super impressed. This is the 3rd Septic Service firm we have used in 21 years and the 1st one to not leave a mess in my yard. I was shocked ~ thank you so much. My plants and lawn appreciates your attention to details!
Gary Reynolds
Dec 10, 2021
Just had Pete & Mikey out to look out our system that had alarms going off and they were awesome! Great service, explained everything, good workers, very knowledgeable and efficient. Can't say enough good things about them! I'd never go anywhere else for service.
Charles Butts
Dec 10, 2021
Prompt, reasonable price, no games.
Devinnheather Mckibben-Edens
Nov 15, 2021
Had a 5 star experience today with Marcello! Very helpful and friendly, was great with my whole family, including my 8 year old daughter! Joked around and had fun while getting things done very efficiently. I'd go as far as to say it was the best service we have received in some time. Thank you to Goebel septic and Marcello for making this a fun experience today for my family lol
Susan Slocum-Webb
Apr 20, 2021
Professional, excellent service, Goebel goes the extra mile and then some. Thanks especially to Christian, Shane and Tyler - wouldnt have been able to complete the job yesterday without your help.
Deanna Adams
Jan 23, 2021
Called this morning due to not being able to flush toilet and having standing water in tub after plunging toilet. Figured I would need to have septic tank pumped not knowing when it had last been pumped. After calling I was told they didn't have availability for a week, but she put me on hold to check something. She informed me she was able to squeeze me in today and someone would be out this afternoon. Erik showed up just after 1:00pm and said he would try to locate my septic tank, and very quickly was able to locate and dig up the ground above the lid. Shortly afterwards I heard my toilet flush. He explained to me that I had a plugged inlet, how he cleared it, and how I could check/clear it myself if it happens again. I am so impressed with the customer service that was provided by this company, and I am very grateful to Erik for his work and professionalism. The service call I was charged for was extremely reasonable too. I would highly recommend this company based on my experience.
Eric Overhulser
Jan 15, 2021
This is a top notch operation. Time after time I have had emergencies and Goebel staff has been there...fast! My restrooms went down, they had 10 portables to my place within 30 min. Responsive, professional, and they will always have my business! Thank you Goebel!
Jenny Lucas
Oct 08, 2020
I gotta say that the gentleman at Goebel Septic did an amazing job with our septic tank. He explained to me that are alarm should have been going off because it was over full. I started getting really concerned on how expensive it could be, when my husband got home he had explained everything to him and Goebel was on top of making sure that we were being taken care of and getting it fixed. After he left we looking inside our Box and noticed the breaker was tramped so it was not working. We have no idea how long it had been like that.
If your looking to have your tank pumped I totally recommend them for the job.
Ellen Hinderlie
May 06, 2020
Goebel's Septic Service has provided us a very nice portable restroom unit and has given us excellent customer service at a fair price! I highly recommend them and will use them again when needed. They keep our portable unit spotless and are always timely and courteous when providing service.
Karen Mcilroy
Feb 14, 2018
Your guy Shane deserves a Purple Heart for going above and beyond duty
Noelle M.
Jul 14, 2017
I called to schedule a routine spetic pump/inspection and had fantastic service from the lady who scheduled our appointment to the driver who came to pump our spetic. He was friendly, arrived on time and got right to work. He had our spetic done in a half hour and when he left you wouldn't have known a huge spetic truck had driven over the yard or pumped the tank. Goebel's has great service and friendly, experienced, and knowledgeable staff.
Bonnie B.
Dec 23, 2016
Goebels provides excellent service at a fair price! We have used them many times over many years. We are soooooo thankful that they were able to help us out today! Awesome company!
Al A.
Jul 29, 2016
I got a note from the county and had to find a pumper to come out and take care of the county's request. I checked out the Olympia Master Builders member list and called Goebel's. I told them I needed the tanks pumped and a report. The tech got out there, inspected the tanks and called me. Turns out my tanks were not in need of pumping and since an alarm was going off, he checked the functionality of my system. System was operating properly so he suggested I call someone else to check the wiring. He didn't know I had already called the company who installed my system and they were coming out after he completed his work. Sure enough, it was a wire. Goebel's could've pumped my tanks and left without looking any further, I hadn't hired them for the alarm that was going off, just the pumping. I appreciated the extra effort and not doing work that didn't need to be done. He left the paperwork the county needed and I was left with a much smaller bill than anticipated.