A & B SEPTIC SERVICES INC
Verified · Lic. 4184Greensboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
Guilford County, NC · Emergency Septic Service
Emergency Septic Service in Guilford County
Sewage backing up or a sounding alarm in Guilford County needs same-day help — here's what to do.
A septic emergency is sewage backing up into the house, pooling in the yard, or an alarm going off on a pump or aerobic system. These are not 'wait until Monday' problems — standing sewage is a health hazard, and a small backup can become a drainfield failure fast.
The first move is to stop adding water. Every flush, shower, and load of laundry makes a backup worse while you wait for a technician.
Local conditions in Guilford County
Timing matters in Guilford County: Wet winters/springs raise perched water tables and can temporarily reduce drainfield acceptance; summer storms cause short-term saturation.
What an emergency call looks like
- Stop water use. Before anyone arrives, stop running water to keep the backup from getting worse.
- Diagnose the cause. The technician determines whether it's a full tank, a clog, a failed pump, or a flooded drainfield.
- Emergency pump-out. Pumping the tank relieves pressure and usually stops an active backup immediately.
- Find the root cause. A pump-out that refills fast points to a drainfield or line problem, not just a full tank.
- Stabilize, then plan the repair. You get the system usable again and a clear plan for the permanent fix.
What drives the cost
- After-hours, weekend, or holiday premiums
- Severity — a simple pump vs. pump plus repair
- Whether a pump or component has failed
- Biohazard cleanup if sewage reached living space
How to choose a pro
- Look for genuine 24/7 availability
- Pick a licensed company that can both pump and repair
- Ask for emergency pricing up front
- Confirm they can come today, not in three days
30 emergency septic service providers in Guilford County
License-verified contractors (active state license) are listed first.
A TO Z OUTDOORS LLC
Verified · Lic. 14254Greensboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
ADAM MODLIN
Verified · Lic. 15035High Point, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
ALFRED FIGUEROA
Verified · Lic. 15208Greensboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
ANDERSON PLUMBING
Verified · Lic. 7328Kernersville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
ASSURANCE HOME INSPECTIONS
Verified · NC NCOWCICBGreensboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
BETTER CHOICE GREASE TRAP PUMPING
Verified · Lic. 7076Inspector, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
BILLY JUSTIN MILLER
Verified · Lic. 11526Jamestown, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
BRENT SPENCER
Verified · Lic. 12048Greensboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CARTER WHITE BRAND LLC
Verified · Lic. 7919High Point, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CLAPP'S ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Verified · Lic. 11402Julian, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
COAST BUILDING SOLUTIONS
Verified · Lic. 15306Burlington, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
COLLINS & LINEBERRY CONSTRUCTION
Verified · Lic. 11933Liberty, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
DAKS EARTH WORKS INC
Verified · Lic. 11016Liberty, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
DBA SEPTIC SOLUTIONS
Verified · Lic. 11638Oak Ridge, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
DECKER SEPTIC INC
Verified · Lic. 1061Summerfield, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
DO DREAMS INC
Verified · Lic. 13017High Point, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
DONAHUE SEPTIC TANK
Verified · Lic. 2701Mcleansville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
DREAM HOMES UNLIMITED & EXCAVATING
Verified · Lic. 12038Oak Ridge, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
DRIGGERS PUMPING SERVICE
Verified · Lic. 4108Trinity, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
DRIP DOCTORS PLUMBING & EXCAVATION
Verified · Lic. 11260Germanton, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
ECO-ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT LLC
Verified · Lic. 6902Kernersville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
GATE CITY FOUNDATION DRAINAGE
Verified · Lic. 9741Greensboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
GM HOME IMPROVEMENTS LLC
Verified · Lic. 11969Kernersville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
GRABE PLUMBING LLC
Verified · Lic. 1404714047, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
HAWKINS BACKHOE AND SEPTIC
Verified · Lic. 15014Whitsett, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
I KNOW A GUY SKID STEER SERVICES
Verified · Lic. 14826Whitsett, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
JASON L YOUNG
Verified · Lic. 99519951, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
JENKINS WASTE
Verified · Lic. 14255Brown Summit, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
MEREDITH & OBRYANT SEPTIC TANK
Verified · Lic. 1857High Point, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
Emergency Septic Service in Guilford County — FAQ
Who do I call for a septic emergency in Guilford County?
Any licensed septic contractor offering 24/7 service. Verified contractors in Guilford County are listed below — the green badge means we've confirmed an active state license.
Is sewage backup an emergency?
Yes. Sewage indoors is a biohazard and signals the system can't accept water. Stop using water and call for same-day service.
Why did my septic back up after heavy rain?
Heavy rain raises the water table and saturates the drainfield, leaving effluent nowhere to go. It's one of the most common causes of wet-season backups.