SepticRooter™
Metro Atlanta & North Georgia Septic Experts
(678) 744-7878
(678) 744-7878
Most Lithonia homeowners waste $500–$800 on a pump-out that doesn't solve their problem. Backing drains, sewage smell, wet spots — these are signs of a system issue, not just a full tank. We locate, excavate, and fully diagnose — then give you a firm price. Free.
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Warning SignsA healthy septic system is invisible. When these show up at your Lithonia home, there's a problem — and it usually isn't solved by pumping.
Multiple slow drains or gurgling toilets point to a system problem — not something a pump-out fixes.
A persistent smell indoors or in the yard means effluent isn't going where it should.
Soggy ground or unusually green patches over the drain field signal a failing field.
Air forced back through the plumbing is an early warning that the system is struggling.
Pumping an already-failing system in Lithonia can actually make things worse — and hides the real issue for another month. A free diagnosis tells you what's truly wrong before you spend a dollar.
Health-department maps to locate your system.
We dig to the tank and actually look inside.
We find the true cause, not just symptoms.
Clear answers and a firm price — free.
(678) 744-7878
Our Trucks & CrewFamily-owned since 1989 — real trucks, real equipment, and the same crew that shows up in your Lithonia driveway.
Reviews“Rob handles all my septic properties. He and Beth have partnered with me for years. I've never met anybody as knowledgeable about septic systems as Rob is.”
“Rob at SepticRooter came to diagnose my septic tank. He is the best of the best! He was so prepared with photos of my septic tank from the City as soon as he came through the front door. He is not just professional & extremely knowledgeable; he is a joy to meet.”
“Free estimate and the job was completed the next day! Mr Simmons is very knowledgeable and will take the time to help understand what you need.”
“The team sent out were super helpful and friendly. They went above and beyond to explain everything I needed or wanted to know. They worked super efficiently and got me back up and running in less than a day. On top of all this, they saved me almost $8000. Would highly recommend this company!!!”
Regular pumping removes solids before they reach your drain field — most homes need service every 3 to 5 years.
“Flushable” wipes don't break down and grease coats your tank — both accelerate failure fast.
Back-to-back showers, laundry, and dishwasher cycles can overwhelm the system. Space them out.
Tree and shrub roots seek out moisture and invade tanks and lines — a leading cause of repairs.
Don't park or drive over the drain field — compaction crushes lines and ruins percolation.
Slow drains, odors, or lush green patches in the yard are early warnings — don't ignore them.
Save pumping and repair records — they help at resale and speed up any future diagnosis.
Catching problems early in Lithonia almost always means a cheaper, simpler fix.
Common Questions Why SepticRooter™Lithonia sits in DeKalb County, where local soil, mature tree roots, and aging drain fields are the usual culprits. Here's why neighbors trust us with it.
We work in Lithonia and across DeKalb County every week — we know the local soil, lot layouts, and what the county health department requires for septic tank service.
Septic problems don't wait. We offer same-day response to Lithonia and answer the phone with a real technician, not a call center.
You get a clear price before we start — no surprise add-ons. For many Lithonia homeowners, the problem is smaller than they feared.
A fully licensed and insured Georgia septic contractor, family-owned since 1989 and BBB A+ accredited — standing behind every job in Lithonia.
DeKalb County Permits & SoilSeptic work in Lithonia runs through DeKalb County's health department, and local soil decides what's possible. Here's what that means for your property — and how we handle it.
In Georgia, septic work is governed by the Department of Public Health under Rule 511-3-1, and DeKalb Public Health (Septic System Program) handles permitting and inspections locally. DeKalb's Septic System Program reviews plans, analyzes soil reports, conducts site evaluations, and issues permits for new and repaired systems.
Many DeKalb homes near Decatur, Dunwoody, and Stone Mountain are older, on in-town lots where the original system predates current standards — so siting and records often need extra attention. New systems require a Level 3 soil report from a state-certified soil classifier — the old “perc test” is no longer used.
State rules require a drain field to sit at least 100 feet from a well and the lot to be properly sized for both the system and a replacement area. We design every Lithonia job to pass county review.
We're a state-certified Georgia contractor and pull the permits, schedule the DeKalb County inspections, and stand behind the work — so you don't have to navigate the county process yourself.
Lithonia, Georgia, located in eastern DeKalb County near Stone Mountain, is home to Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and Stone Mountain Park. We serve homeowners throughout Conyers, Stone Mountain, and Tucker and the surrounding communities.
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Our licensed technicians will help you figure out the right solution — no pressure, no runaround.
(678) 744-7878
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