With a legacy dating back to 1979, Goebel Septic Service is proud to be a trusted provider of septic and sanitation services throughout Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Cowlitz, and Grays Harbor Counties. Our family-owned business offers a wide range of professional solutions, including residential and commercial septic system maintenance, inspections, and portable toilet and handwashing station rentals. We are committed to upholding the highest standards in the industry while fostering lasting client relationships.
Every technician on our team is certified and undergoes regular training through WOSSA, ensuring the best service practices are always followed. From scheduled inspections to emergency interventions, we handle every job with precision, integrity, and care. We specialize in diagnosing and servicing components such as pumps, tanks, baffles, and system controls. Our promise is simple: to deliver efficient, courteous, and fair service every time. At Goebel, customer satisfaction is not just a goalits a guarantee.
Every technician on our team is certified and undergoes regular training through WOSSA, ensuring the best service practices are always followed. From scheduled inspections to emergency interventions, we handle every job with precision, integrity, and care. We specialize in diagnosing and servicing components such as pumps, tanks, baffles, and system controls. Our promise is simple: to deliver efficient, courteous, and fair service every time. At Goebel, customer satisfaction is not just a goalits a guarantee.
Served areas
- We serve Thurston County, Lewis County, Mason County, Cowlitz County, Grays Harbor County, and others.
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
Since 1979, Goebel Septic Service has proudly offered comprehensive septic pumping and maintenance for residential and commercial clients. We help you prevent costly backups with routine service, and our certified professionals are trained to handle any issue. Count on us for timely inspections, cleanouts, and long-term care for your septic systems performance.
Upgrade your septic system with Goebels septic riser installation. A riser improves the ease of accessing your septic tank for maintenance and repairs, reducing the risks associated with manual excavation. Our professional team ensures a smooth installation, safeguarding your system and making routine maintenance quicker and more affordable. Enjoy long-term benefits with this essential upgrade.
Goebels Septic Service offers in-depth septic inspections to guarantee your system operates smoothly. Our professional team carefully examines the septic tank, pipes, and drain field to identify potential problems. With over four decades of experience, we are committed to preventing expensive repairs and promoting long-term functionality. Contact us to schedule your inspection.
For grease trap maintenance you can rely on, turn to Goebel Septic. We specialize in servicing all sizes of grease traps, ensuring that your system operates at peak efficiency. Whether your trap is in a hard-to-reach area or easily accessible, our experienced team ensures a complete and sanitary cleaning every time.
Reviews (31)
Emma
Apr 09, 2025
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Ive had an above and beyond experience with Goebel! My family used their services while building their house and I later used them when I got a tiny house. It was always an easy, clean, and friendly experience. Unfortunately I lost my home to a house fire and both my Goebel tanks were severely damaged in the fire. The Goebel team empathized with my situation, and took care of the damaged tanks. I cant recommend them enough and Im so grateful for their understanding and care during this difficult time for me!
S. Peters
Mar 12, 2025
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Gwen DeLaVergne
Jan 28, 2025
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Kari Driver
Jun 19, 2024
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Lisa M.
Apr 02, 2024
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Jatinder Singh
Jan 14, 2024
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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!
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John McEntyre
Dec 04, 2023
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Casey McCrone
Jan 27, 2023
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Corey
Jan 06, 2023
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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
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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
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J. Catherine Wertjes
Nov 22, 2022
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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!
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
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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!
Benjamin Peters
Sep 10, 2022
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Michael Hougen
Sep 10, 2022
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Laurie Grunenfelder
Mar 05, 2022
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Charles Butts
Dec 10, 2021
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Gary Reynolds
Dec 10, 2021
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Ethan Sarles
Nov 21, 2021
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Had our septic alarm go off last night and didn't know what to do. I called a different company first who didn't ask questions and just told me they were a few days out and a tech would call. The tech called and told me they were a few weeks out but could move some things around and charge me extra to get out today. I then called Goebel's who immediately asked questions to inquire what may be wrong and had someone out by noon, the same day. They replaced the pump and got me on my way in under an hour. Great service, no run arounds and exceptional staff!
Devinnheather Mckibben-Edens
Nov 15, 2021
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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
Paul F.
Sep 03, 2021
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Susan Slocum-Webb
Apr 20, 2021
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Deanna Adams
Jan 23, 2021
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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
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Ellen Hinderlie
May 06, 2020
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John M.
Aug 24, 2018
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We're new users of a septic system. We moved into our house three years ago and were a little surprised when nothing would go down the drain. After confirming the outlet lines weren't clogged we called Goebels at about 4 PM and spoke to Becky.
Becky was very helpful and scheduled us for service the next afternoon. At about 1:15 we got a call from Marcellis and the pump truck was at our house by 2:00.
Marcellis was very nice and took the time to show us the septic system and explain how it worked. (There's a filter? Really?) By 2:30 the tank was pumped out and we test flushed everything before the caps were reinstalled. Marcellis was able to give us recommendations for how we clean our filter and how often we should schedule the pumping service before he left.
Our overall experience with Goebel Septic Tank Service was excellent and we would recommend them without reservation.
Thanks Goebels!
Becky was very helpful and scheduled us for service the next afternoon. At about 1:15 we got a call from Marcellis and the pump truck was at our house by 2:00.
Marcellis was very nice and took the time to show us the septic system and explain how it worked. (There's a filter? Really?) By 2:30 the tank was pumped out and we test flushed everything before the caps were reinstalled. Marcellis was able to give us recommendations for how we clean our filter and how often we should schedule the pumping service before he left.
Our overall experience with Goebel Septic Tank Service was excellent and we would recommend them without reservation.
Thanks Goebels!
Karen Mcilroy
Feb 14, 2018
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Noelle M.
Jul 14, 2017
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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
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Al A.
Jul 29, 2016
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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.
Rose W.
Aug 27, 2015
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After 17 years of not pumping our septic tank, I was abruptly and rudely reminded by our system that it should be done more often. Goebel Septic Tank Service came the next day and took care of everything, with prompt and courteous service. They inspected everything and emptied all the tanks. And I once again have working plumbing!! Thank you Goebel!! Now to remember to call them again in 5 years.