Most of Charlotte is on city sewer. Mecklenburg County says sewer isn’t available in many parts of the county, though, and those homes and businesses run on septic. If that’s you, this page is for you.
Dahl Septic Services pumps, inspects, repairs and installs septic systems. We’re based in Albemarle and serve the Charlotte area along with Mint Hill and Matthews. Call or text (704) 218-9070 with your address and what’s going on.
Request a quote
Pricing depends on the job: your tank size, how easy the lids are to get to, and how far you are from Albemarle. Request a quote, or call or text (704) 218-9070, and we’ll get back to you with a price.
Septic tank pumping in Charlotte
If you don’t know your tank size, tell us how many bedrooms the house has and we’ll help you work it out. If you don’t know where the tank is, say so when you call. Your septic permit record from Mecklenburg County may show the layout. About pumping
Septic inspections for Charlotte home sales
Buying a house on septic is different from buying one on sewer, and the inspection is how you find out what you’re getting. We inspect under NC license #9407I and walk you through what we find in plain language, so you know before your due diligence period ends. Tell us your closing date when you call. Septic inspections
Repairs and replacements
A lot of our repair calls are on systems another company installed or already tried to fix. If yours has been worked on and still isn’t right, call us. New systems and replacements are quoted per site. Repairs | New systems
Got a pump tank, an alarm panel or a low-pressure system? Those engineered systems need a maintenance contract under state rules. Ask about subsurface maintenance.
How septic permits work in Mecklenburg County
Septic permits for Charlotte properties come from Mecklenburg County Public Health, Groundwater and Wastewater Services (980-314-1680, eh.mecknc.gov/water). The county takes septic permit applications online through its Accela portal and keeps septic permit records you can request.
- A repair needs a permit from the county before the work is done.
- For a new system, the installer has to contact the county’s Environmental Specialist before installing, and again for a final inspection before the system is covered.
- Adding on or building near an existing system? The county has a “Use Existing System” permit for that.
What customers say
“I contacted this company for a pre-buy inspection & pump out. From the first contact to the end, each person I dealt with was friendly and courteous. They were upfront regarding pricing and worked with us on scheduling while we waited to get the owner signature. The report they provided was thorough and they answered my questions after the fact as well to provide additional details.”
KM, Google review
Hours and after-hours
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. After hours, call or text (704) 218-9070 and we’ll respond based on urgency.
Dahl Septic Services, 214-B E North St, Albemarle, NC 28001. NC septic license #9407I. 71 Google reviews, rated 5.0. Nearby: Mint Hill, Matthews, Huntersville, Marvin. All of Mecklenburg County.
Request a quote
Tell us what you need and where, and we’ll get back to you with a price. Prefer to talk? Call or text (704) 218-9070.
Questions people ask
Is my Charlotte home on septic or sewer?
Check your water bill. If you pay for water but not sewer, or you’re on a well, you’re probably on septic. Mecklenburg County’s Groundwater and Wastewater office can look up septic permit records for your address.
How often should a Charlotte-area septic tank be pumped?
Most homes every 3 to 5 years. A bigger household, a garbage disposal or heavy water use means sooner.
What does a home-sale septic inspection check?
North Carolina’s point-of-sale inspection rule lists what the inspector looks at, including the tank’s condition, baffles, liquid level, how much solids have built up, any pump tank and alarm, and whether effluent is reaching the drain field.
Do I need a permit to repair a septic system in Charlotte?
Yes. Mecklenburg County issues repair permits through Groundwater and Wastewater Services.
How much does septic pumping cost in Charlotte?
It depends on the tank, the access and the drive from Albemarle. Request a quote and we’ll give you a price for your property.
Do you work on commercial systems?
Yes, residential and commercial.