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Cobb County, GA · Septic Repair

Septic Repair in Cobb County

Most septic problems in Cobb County are far cheaper to repair early than to ignore.

See 30 verified pros What it costs

Septic repair covers everything between a routine pump-out and a full system replacement: a failed pump, a cracked baffle, a broken or root-invaded pipe, or a drainfield that's starting to fail. Caught early, most are modest fixes.

The expensive end is the drainfield. The whole point of catching a repair early — odors, slow drains, a soggy yard — is to fix the system before the drainfield is damaged beyond rehabilitation.

Local conditions in Cobb County

Cobb County's ground shapes the failures we see: Dense clay accepts effluent slowly, so drainfields must be larger and many lots need shallow-trench or alternative designs. Steep, rolling terrain complicates field layout. Upland siting is workable, but the clay — not the water table — is the binding constraint. Bottomland lots near streams can fail on wetness.

How a repair visit works

Diagnose the system. The tank is pumped and inspected; a camera or dye test may be used to find the failure.
Pinpoint the failed part. Pump, baffle, filter, pipe, or drainfield — the specific component is identified before any quote.
Repair vs. replace. You get an honest call on whether a targeted repair will hold or the component needs replacing.
Permit if required. Drainfield and structural repairs typically need a county permit.
Repair and verify. The fix is made and the system is tested to confirm normal flow.

What drives the cost

Which component failed (a pump is far cheaper than a drainfield)
Whether a permit is required
Parts and pump horsepower
Excavation and access
How far the problem has progressed

How to choose a pro

Use a licensed contractor who diagnoses before quoting
Get an honest repair-vs-replace recommendation
Make sure drainfield work is permitted
Ask for the diagnosis in writing

30 septic repair providers in Cobb County

License-verified contractors (active state license) are listed first.

1St Property Services LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 713-8973

A. Wagner Plumbing

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 436-7723

D & D Backhoe

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 795-9522

Drake Excavating

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (706) 543-1497

Eddie Hayes

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 891-1814

Elite Realty Services, Inc.

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (706) 549-2843

Ennis Grading & Under Ground Utilites LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 424-3538

George's Septic Service

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 345-2695

Gibbs Septic Services LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (404) 597-7993

Gibbs Trucking dba Gibbs Septic & Sewer

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 479-5293

Hancock Grading and Hauling

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 510-8060

Heritage Plumbing - Talking Rock

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 735-3855

Independent Septic and Sewer LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (404) 953-8401

Innovative Plumbing, Inc.

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 529-0800

Integrated Plumbing Solutions, LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Pumper · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 795-9522

J. Chambers Septic

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (706) 525-0234

Jerry Heard Services, LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (678) 382-8256

Johnson Plumbing, Inc. - Canton

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 479-2012

Kacey Carter Enterprise LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (828) 557-5008

Kenneth Black Plumbing, LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (404) 500-9105

Ledford Grading Services LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (404) 451-4426

Masterflo Plumbing

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (678) 822-7095

Maxis Engineering, LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (678) 951-2526

Nabor Plumbing Inc

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (404) 391-7021

ND Plumbing, LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (706) 338-9487

North Ga. Grading

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (678) 454-1260

OX Septic Services LLC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (470) 667-2258

Papa's Septic Service

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Pumper · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (770) 354-7376

Performance Plumbing, Inc.

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (404) 637-9017

Precision Plumbing and Septic INC

Verified · GA DPH

Marietta, GA

Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation

GA DPH Certified Installer · GA DPH · verified 2026-06-25

Call (678) 758-3493

Septic Repair in Cobb County — FAQ

How much do septic repairs cost in Cobb County?

It depends entirely on the part: a pump or baffle repair may run a few hundred dollars, while drainfield repairs reach into the thousands. Diagnosis comes first.

Can a failing drainfield be saved?

Sometimes — rest, jetting, or aeration can rehabilitate a field caught early. Once it's fully clogged, replacement is usually the only fix.

Is it a clog or a drainfield problem?

If a pump-out fixes it for months, it was likely a clog or full tank. If it backs up again within days, the drainfield is the suspect.

Other services in Cobb County

Emergency Septic Service Septic System Installation Septic Tank Pumping Septic Inspection

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