Septic Services in Buford, GA

Buford straddles the Gwinnett and Hall county line. Many homes near Lake Lanier, Buford Dam Road and the Sugar Hill border still use septic even as new sewered subdivisions go in nearby. Southern Septic Company is based in Cumming and serves Buford and the rest of Gwinnett and Hall County with septic pumping, inspections, repairs, installs and 24/7 emergency service. We offer free estimates and answer the phone day and night.

Call (404) 528-4631 (24/7) | Book online anytime: 855-591-4376

Septic Services We Offer in Buford

Septic tank pumping and maintenance: routine pump-outs that keep solids out of your drain field. See tank pumping.
Septic inspections: quick inspections with a written report, for routine checkups or buying and selling a home. See septic inspection.
Drain field repair and installation: every repair method, from restoring a failing field to a full replacement. See drain field repair.
Septic system installation: Eljen, ATU (aerobic treatment unit), drip and mound systems, Infiltrator chambers, and plastic and concrete tanks.
Septic pump repair and alarms: all pump brands and styles. See septic pump repair.
Lift stations: residential and commercial lift station repair and as-needed maintenance, with a recheck 3 months after the first service. See lift stations.
24/7 emergency septic service: backups, overflows and alarms, any hour. See emergency service.

Septic Permits in Buford

Buford is in Gwinnett and Hall County. Septic permits for new systems, repairs and replacements go through Gwinnett County Environmental Health or Hall County Environmental Health, depending on which side of the county line you're on. Most repairs and replacements need a permit and an inspection before the work is covered. We coordinate the permit and inspection with the county for you.

Soil and Lot Conditions in Buford

Buford's lake-area homes sit on red clay and sloping lots. Clay drains slowly, so drain fields can saturate after heavy rain.

Areas We Serve in and Around Buford

Buford Dam area, Lake Lanier, Hamilton Mill, Sugar Hill border, Old Buford, and the rest of Buford. Not sure if your home is on septic or sewer? Call us and we'll help you find out.

Signs Your Buford Septic System Needs Attention

Slow drains or gurgling toilets
Sewage odors inside or in the yard
Soggy ground or extra-green grass over the drain field
A septic or pump alarm going off
Sewage backing up into the lowest drains
More than 3 to 5 years since your last pump-out

Why Buford Homeowners Call Southern Septic

Open 24/7. Nights, weekends and holidays.
Owner-operated. George Yerdon is personally involved in the work.
Free estimates. You'll know what the job involves before we start.
Every system type. Conventional, Eljen, ATU, drip, mound and chamber systems.
Written inspection reports, done quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I pump my septic tank in Buford?

Most homes in Buford need a pump-out every 3 to 5 years, depending on tank size and how many people live in the house. We measure sludge levels and recommend a schedule that fits your system.

Who issues septic permits in Buford?

Buford is in Gwinnett and Hall County. Septic permits for new systems, repairs and replacements go through Gwinnett County Environmental Health or Hall County Environmental Health, depending on which side of the county line you're on. We work with the county on the permit and inspection for your job.

Do you offer emergency septic service in Buford?

Yes. Southern Septic is open 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (404) 528-4631 any time for a backup, alarm or overflow in Buford.

Schedule Septic Service in Buford

Call (404) 528-4631 any time, 24/7, or request a free estimate. Book online anytime: 855-591-4376.