Septic Services in Gainesville, GA

Gainesville has city sewer downtown, but a large share of Hall County homes around Gainesville, especially along Lake Lanier, Chestnut Mountain, Clermont and Murrayville, are on septic. Southern Septic Company is based in Cumming and serves Gainesville and the rest of 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 Gainesville

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 Gainesville

Gainesville is in Hall County. Septic permits for new systems, repairs and replacements go through Hall County Environmental Health (Georgia DPH, District 2). 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 Gainesville

Lakefront lots on Lanier often have limited room and sloped ground. Systems close to the lake need to be kept in good shape to protect the water and avoid backups.

Areas We Serve in and Around Gainesville

Lake Lanier shoreline, Chestnut Mountain, Murrayville, Clermont, Sardis, and the rest of Gainesville. Not sure if your home is on septic or sewer? Call us and we'll help you find out.

Signs Your Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville?

Most homes in Gainesville 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 Gainesville?

Gainesville is in Hall County. Septic permits for new systems, repairs and replacements go through Hall County Environmental Health (Georgia DPH, District 2). We work with the county on the permit and inspection for your job.

Do you offer emergency septic service in Gainesville?

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 Gainesville.

Schedule Septic Service in Gainesville

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