Septic service for Leland and Brunswick County

How it works

1. Call or send a request

   Tell us your town and what's going on with your septic system.

2. We connect you

   Your call goes to an independent septic company that serves Leland and Brunswick County.

3. They call you back

   They schedule the visit and quote the work directly.

Who is this for?

Homeowners and buyers in Leland, Navassa, Belville, Winnabow, Bolivia, Supply, Shallotte and the rest of Brunswick County whose homes run on a septic system. Many newer subdivisions around Leland are on public sewer, but plenty of homes across the county, especially on larger lots and in rural areas, still rely on septic. Not sure which you have? Your water and sewer bill is the quickest clue: if there's no sewer charge, you're probably on septic.

How often should a septic tank be pumped?

NC DHHS says most tanks should be pumped every three to five years. How often yours needs it depends on the tank size, how many people live in the house, whether you use a garbage disposal, and how much water you use. A septic company can measure the sludge and scum layers and tell you how soon to come back.

Why do septic systems fail on the coast?

• High water tables. Sandy coastal soils drain fast, but in low-lying areas the groundwater can sit close to the surface, leaving less dry soil under the drainfield to treat wastewater, especially after heavy rain.
• Storms and flooding. Tropical storms can saturate drainfields for days. A system that's been flooded should be checked before normal use resumes.
• Skipped pumping. Solids that build up in the tank eventually flow out and clog the drainfield, which is far more expensive to fix than the tank.
• Things that shouldn't go down the drain. Wipes, grease, paper towels, medications and chemicals harm the system.
• Driving or building over it. Vehicles, sheds, pools and patios over the tank or drainfield crush pipes and compact the soil.

Warning signs

• Slow drains or gurgling plumbing throughout the house
• Sewage backing up into tubs, showers or floor drains
• Soggy ground, standing water or extra-green grass over the drainfield
• Sewage odors in the yard
• A pump tank alarm beeping or flashing

What should I do after a tropical storm?

If your drainfield was under water or the ground stayed saturated, give the system time. Cut back on water use, skip big laundry days, and don't pump the tank while the ground is flooded, since a nearly empty tank can shift in waterlogged soil. Once the water goes down, have the system checked if drains are slow, the yard stays wet over the field, or a pump alarm keeps sounding. Damaged electrical parts on pump systems should be checked before they're turned back on.

Second homes and rentals

A lot of Brunswick County homes are second homes or short-term rentals. A house that sits empty for months and then fills up with guests puts uneven loads on a septic system. Keep the tank on a regular pumping schedule, post a short list of what not to flush, and have the system checked between seasons if the house gets heavy use.

Buying a home on septic?

Get the system inspected before closing. A septic inspection checks the tank, baffles, pump and alarm if there is one, and the condition of the drainfield. Ask the county for the system's permit and layout so you know what was approved and where it is. More on septic inspections.

Are you a septic company?

No. Leland Septic Pros is a referral service. We connect you with an independent septic company that serves your address, and that company quotes, performs and stands behind the work. Read our tips for hiring a septic company and the Brunswick County septic guide before you hire anyone.

Areas we cover

• Leland, Navassa and Belville
• Bolivia, Supply and Winnabow
• Shallotte and the South Brunswick area

Planning ahead? Read our Brunswick County septic guide.