Alberta private sewage program
Find a certified septic installer near you
An independent directory of Alberta businesses whose installers hold a provincial private sewage certificate. Free listings are shown alphabetically, and any featured listing is clearly labelled.
How it works
Pick your community
Search for your town or county to see businesses listed there and nearby.
Check the certificate
Each listing shows whether the certificate covers all system types or holding tanks only.
Call and confirm
Contact the business directly, and check who issues permits in your area before work starts.
Made for acreages, farms and rural homes
Homes off municipal sewer rely on a private sewage system. When yours needs work, this guide helps you find a business with a certified installer in your area.
Why you can rely on this guide
Official source
Every listing comes from the Government of Alberta installer certification list, edition 4 August 2026.
Certified under Alberta's program
Each business has at least one private sewage certificate holder; 703 hold an all-types certificate.
Free to list
Basic listings are free. Businesses can claim theirs to add services and service areas. Optional featured placement is coming soon.
Claims checked by hand
We confirm claims using the phone number on the provincial list before anything changes.
Common questions
Does a septic installer in Alberta need to be certified?
Yes. A contractor needs a current certificate of competency to get permits for private sewage system design and installation in Alberta. Source: Government of Alberta, private sewage codes and standards.
What is the difference between the two certificate types?
The provincial list uses two designations. PS covers private sewage systems of all types. R-PS is a restricted ticket for installing holding tanks only. Both are defined on the certification list.
How can I confirm an installer is certified?
Check the current installer certification list. If a name isn't on it, the list says to contact safety.services@gov.ab.ca or call 1-866-421-6929 to confirm.
Who issues the permit for my system?
Your municipality or its accredited safety codes agency. For example, the City of Red Deer requires a licensed contractor to apply and a final inspection when work is done. Each community page includes a permit note.
Are pumping and repair companies listed?
Not fully yet. The provincial list covers certified installers. Many also pump and repair, but the list doesn't say which services they offer. Pumping and repair businesses can add a free listing.
Does Alberta Septic Guide rank or review businesses?
No. There are no ratings or reviews. Free listings appear alphabetically within each community. Any featured listing is clearly labelled as featured.