AAWWW CRAP SEPTIC SERVICE LLC
Verified · Lic. 5036Hubert, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
Onslow County, NC · Septic Tank Pumping
Septic Tank Pumping in Onslow County
Routine pump-outs are the cheapest insurance against a failed drainfield in Onslow County.
Pumping removes the layer of sludge and floating scum that build up inside your septic tank over time. Skip it too long and those solids wash out into the drainfield, where they clog the soil and trigger a repair that costs ten to thirty times more than a pump-out.
Most households need a pump every three to five years, but the right interval depends on tank size and how many people use it. A 1,000-gallon tank serving a family of five fills far faster than the same tank serving a couple.
Local conditions in Onslow County
In Onslow County, sandy to loamy marine/fluvial deposits ranging from droughty sandhills sands to wet clayey pocosin and tidewater soils; very little rock. and shallow — often within 1-3 ft of surface near the coast and in flatwoods, with broad seasonal saturation. make staying on a pumping schedule especially worthwhile — Sand can let effluent move too fast (poor treatment, nitrogen reaching groundwater); wet coastal soils lack vertical separation, forcing fill, mounds, or pump (LPP) systems. Letting solids reach the drainfield here is exactly what you want to avoid.
What a proper pump-out includes
- Locate and uncover the tank. The technician finds and digs out the manhole lid. Installing risers now makes every future service cheaper and faster.
- Confirm it's actually due. A good pumper measures the sludge and scum layers rather than pumping on a guess.
- Pump from the manhole. Both compartments are emptied through the central manhole — not just the small inspection ports, which leaves solids behind.
- Inspect while it's empty. Baffles, the effluent filter, and the tank walls get checked for cracks, corrosion, and damage you can only see when it's empty.
- Backfill and document. The tank is covered and you get a record of the sludge level and a suggested next-service date.
What drives the cost
- Tank size (750–2,000+ gallons)
- How long since the last pump-out
- Sludge depth and difficulty of access to the lid
- Whether risers are installed
- Disposal/dumping fees in your area
- Add-ons like filter cleaning or a full inspection
How to choose a pro
- Confirm the company holds an active state registration (look for the verified badge)
- Ask that they pump from the manhole, not just the inspection ports
- Expect a written record of sludge level and tank condition
- Be wary of anyone pushing unnecessary additives or 'tank treatments'
30 septic tank pumping providers in Onslow County
License-verified contractors (active state license) are listed first.
ALAN WADE HARDIN
Verified · Lic. 11353Richlands, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
ALL AMERICAN OUTDOOR SOLUTIONS
Verified · Lic. 14373Hubert, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
ALL THINGS PLUMBING ENC INC
Verified · Lic. 11467Jacksonville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
AMERICAN EAGLE EXCAVATION LLC
Verified · Lic. 6642Jacksonville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
ANCHOR & CROW HOME INSPECTIONS
Verified · NC NCOWCICBHubert, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
ANTHONY NIX
Verified · NC NCOWCICBJacksonville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
APPLIED RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Verified · Lic. 14998Hampstead, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
B B INSPECTIONS
Verified · NC NCOWCICBSwansboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
B BENTON & CO LLC
Verified · Lic. 11091Newport, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN JOHNSON
Verified · Lic. 12090Holly Ridge, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
BILLY MARSHBURN/LANDWORKS
Verified · Lic. 4512Richlands, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
BRAD NEUMANN
Verified · NC NCOWCICBJacksonville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
BRANDON DAVIS
Verified · Lic. 3950Richlands, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
BRIAN A GIBSON
Verified · Lic. 14186Swansboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
BURCH WORKS LANDSCAPING INC
Verified · Lic. 9604Hubert, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
C & M SEPTIC
Verified · Lic. 9435Mt Olive, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CAROLINA EARTHWERX
Verified · Lic. 11766Hubert, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Verified · NC NCOWCICBSwansboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CAROLINA SHORES HOME INSPECTION
Verified · NC NCOWCICBSwansboro, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CAROLINA TRACKHOE SERVICES LLC
Verified · Lic. 14283Sneads Ferry, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CHRISTIAN BARNHILL
Verified · Lic. 13000Sneads Ferry, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CHRISTOPHER NORTHERN
Verified · Lic. 14676Richlands, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
COASTAL SEPTIC PROS
Verified · Lic. 11275Hubert, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
COASTAL WASTE SOLUTIONS LLC
Verified · Lic. 7170Jacksonville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
Inspector (Level IV) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CONNECTED CONTRACTING
Verified · Lic. 15167Jacksonville, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CRUMPLER'S
Verified · Lic. 4214Cape Carteret, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CUSTOM CRAFT CONSTRUCTION
Verified · Lic. 4906Richlands, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
CUSTOM CRAFT DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION INC
Verified · Lic. 4905Richlands, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
DANIEL LUDLUM
Verified · Lic. 14081Sneads Ferry, NC
Septic Tank PumpingSeptic RepairSeptic InspectionSeptic System Installation
On-Site Wastewater Contractor (Level II) · NC NCOWCICB · verified 2026-06-25
Septic Tank Pumping in Onslow County — FAQ
How much does septic pumping cost in Onslow County?
A routine residential pump-out typically runs $275–$525 in Onslow County. Larger tanks, poor access, and emergency calls cost more.
How often should I pump in Onslow County?
Every 3–5 years for most homes. Meeting the required separation to the seasonal high water table is the central challenge; many lots need imported fill, raised systems, or simply don't qualify without engineering.
Can I just pump the tank myself?
No — septage is a regulated biohazard and must be hauled by a licensed contractor to an approved facility. It's also messy and easy to get wrong.