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title: The 3 Best Septic tank services in Salem | Local Three
url: https://thelocalthree.com/salem/septic-tank-services/
updated: 2026-11-05
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# The 3 Best Septic tank services in Salem

2027 Edition

Three septic tank services in Salem worth calling first, chosen from 3 local companies on their public record. Here is why each one made it.

Updated November 5, 2026 By the Local Three editors [How we select](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

In short

Of the 3 septic tank services we reviewed in Salem, these three had the strongest records: 372 public reviews between them, averaging 4.4 out of 5.

Local Three editors · November 5, 2026

Editor's Pick

## [Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Salem, OR](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-449142f2ed269a57/)

**4.7** from 326 reviews

Based in

Salem

Coverage

Based in Salem

### Why we picked them

The strongest overall record of the 3 septic tank services we reviewed in Salem: rating, review volume, recent activity and years in business, taken together.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 503-343-4685](tel:+15033434685)[Website](https://www.mrrooter.com/salem/)

Selection 02

## [Action Drain And Rooter Service](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-a5697abd7eb9cd78/)

**4.5** from 18 reviews

Based in

Salem

Coverage

Based in Salem

### Why we picked them

A steady public record: 4.5 from 18 reviews.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 503-370-7321](tel:+15033707321)[Website](https://thelocalthree.com/salem/septic-tank-services/actiondrain.net)

Reader Favorite

## [A and B Septic Service](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-26596c9aa6ceadef/)

**4.0** from 28 reviews

Based in

Albany

Coverage

Based in Salem

### Why we picked them

A large, loyal client base: 28 public reviews, averaging 4.0 out of 5.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 541-924-0851](tel:+15419240851)[Website](http://aandbseptic.com/)

At a glance

## The three, side by side

Comparison of the selected septic tank services in Salem

| | 01 Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Salem, OR | 02 Action Drain And Rooter Service | 03 A and B Septic Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Editor's Pick | – | Reader Favorite |
| Rating | 4.7 · 326 reviews | 4.5 · 18 reviews | 4.0 · 28 reviews |
| In business | – | – | – |
| Budget | – | – | – |
| Free estimate | Ask | Ask | Ask |
| License | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet |
| Based in | Salem | Salem | Albany |

Methodology

## How we selected these businesses

Three is a deliberately small number. It forces us to leave out good companies.

[Read the full methodology](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

1.

**We start with everyone.** 3 septic tank services in Salem, from public listings and review platforms.

2.

**We remove the risky.** No working phone, too few genuine reviews or a weak rating.

3.

**We read the record.** Review volume and recency, years in business and the record checks we could confirm.

4.

**Editors keep three.** And write down who each one suits best.

[How we make money](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-make-money/).

Local facts · Marion

## Salem, by the numbers

Public records tell you how busy the trade is and what the rules ask of every job. Read them before you call.

People per square mile

3,708

[Calculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Land area

49.0 sq mi

[U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Salem residents

181,779

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · July 1, 2025

Population change since 2020: from 175,516 (April 2020 base)

+3.6%

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · 2020–2025

Public sources, checked November 5, 2026.

Local guide

## Hiring septic tank services in Salem: what to know first

### Check the license

Look the company up on your state’s license search, and ask for insurance papers sent by the insurer.

### Compare written quotes

Three quotes for the same work, each listing what is not included.

### Ask about the warranty

In writing, clear about what it covers, and transferable if you sell.

### Pay in stages

Pay for finished, inspected stages, not dates. More in [our Salem cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/septic-tank-services-cost-salem/).

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Questions

## Questions about septic tank services in Salem

How did the editors choose these septic tank services in Salem?

Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 3 septic tank services for Salem.

Which of these septic tank services in Salem has the best reviews?

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Salem, OR has a 4.7 rating from 326 public reviews, the highest on this page.

Are these septic tank services licensed?

3 of the 3 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 Salem?

Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.

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Nearby editions

## Septic tank services nearby

- [Jacksonville](https://thelocalthree.com/jacksonville/septic-tank-services/)
- [Tampa](https://thelocalthree.com/tampa/septic-tank-services/)
- [Orlando](https://thelocalthree.com/orlando/septic-tank-services/)
- [Port St. Lucie](https://thelocalthree.com/port-st-lucie/septic-tank-services/)
- [Lakeland](https://thelocalthree.com/lakeland/septic-tank-services/)
- [Clearwater](https://thelocalthree.com/clearwater/septic-tank-services/)
- [Miami Gardens](https://thelocalthree.com/miami-gardens/septic-tank-services/)
- [Deltona](https://thelocalthree.com/deltona/septic-tank-services/)

Up a level

## More in Salem

- [Salem edition](https://thelocalthree.com/salem/)
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- [Salem cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/septic-tank-services-cost-salem/)

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