Since 1958, the Lentz family has served Iredell County with septic pumping, repair, and installation that treats customers like neighbors—because in Statesville, they are. Operating from our headquarters on Lentz Road (yes, the road is named after us—that’s how long we’ve been here), we’ve built a multi-generational reputation for honest service, fair pricing, and technical expertise that’s earned a 4.9-star rating across 567+ customer reviews. When three generations of your family depend on the same septic company, you know that company does things right.
We’re not a franchise that arrived last year with corporate pricing and rotating technicians. We’re the family that’s pumped your grandparents’ tank, installed your parents’ system, and will service your children’s homes. From the dairy farms in Harmony to the lake houses in Mooresville, from established neighborhoods in Statesville to new developments in Troutman, we bring 65+ years of local knowledge and the technical innovations—like Terralift drainfield rejuvenation—that save customers thousands of dollars in unnecessary replacements.
Complete Wastewater Solutions for Iredell County
Lentz Septic Tank Service handles every aspect of residential and commercial septic systems—from routine maintenance to advanced repairs that salvage failing systems:
- Septic Tank Pumping & Maintenance — Regular pumping every 3-5 years (depending on household size and usage) prevents solids from escaping into the drainfield and causing permanent damage. We pump residential tanks, commercial systems, grease traps, and holding tanks throughout Iredell County. For Troutman families on Iredell’s heavy clay soil, maintaining proper pumping schedules is critical—clay doesn’t drain like sandy soil, so overloaded systems fail faster and cost more to replace. We track your pumping history, send reminders when it’s time for service, and clean effluent filters during every visit to extend system life.
- Terralift Drainfield Rejuvenation — When drainfields start failing (soggy spots in the yard, slow drains, sewage odors), most companies quote $15,000-$25,000 for complete replacement. We offer a proven alternative: Terralift technology. This patented system uses compressed air to fracture compacted soil and restore percolation in failing drainfields—without excavation, without destroying your lawn, and at a fraction of replacement cost. The Terralift probe creates fissures in the soil that allow effluent to drain properly again, often extending drainfield life by 5-10 years. For homeowners facing expensive replacements in Iredell’s challenging clay soil, Terralift is often the difference between a $2,000 repair and a $20,000 disaster.
- Real Estate Transfer Inspections (Point-of-Sale) — Iredell County requires septic inspections for most real estate transactions. We provide comprehensive point-of-sale inspections that evaluate tank condition, check baffles and filters, measure sludge levels, test drainfield function, and provide written reports that satisfy county requirements and protect buyers. For Mooresville lake properties and Statesville historic homes where septic age and condition significantly affect property values, our thorough inspections prevent surprises that derail closings or cost buyers thousands in unexpected repairs.
- Grease Trap Pumping & Maintenance — Statesville’s restaurants, food service businesses, and commercial kitchens depend on properly maintained grease traps to prevent FOG (fats, oils, grease) from entering sewer systems or septic drainfields. We provide scheduled grease trap pumping on frequencies that match your business volume, clean baffles and components thoroughly, and document service for health department compliance. Regular maintenance prevents expensive emergency backups, keeps you in compliance with regulations, and protects your septic or sewer infrastructure from grease damage.
- Septic System Installation — New construction, failed system replacement, or property development—we design and install septic systems sized correctly for your needs and engineered for Iredell County’s soil conditions. We handle soil evaluations, permit applications with Iredell County Environmental Health, excavation through challenging clay terrain, proper tank and drainfield installation, and final inspections. Our 65+ years of local experience means we know which designs work in Iredell’s soil and which cause premature failures.
- Drainfield Repair & Replacement — When drainfields fail beyond Terralift repair capability, we handle complete replacement: excavation of failed field, proper disposal of contaminated soil, installation of new distribution lines and stone aggregate, connection to existing tanks, and restoration of landscaping. We work efficiently to minimize property disruption and get systems operational quickly.
- Septic Tank Riser Installation — If your tank access lids are buried underground (requiring digging every time you need pumping), we install risers that bring lids to ground level with secure, weather-tight covers. This upgrade costs a few hundred dollars but saves hours of labor and property damage every pumping cycle—paying for itself within 2-3 services while making routine maintenance convenient.
- Emergency Septic Service — Sewage backups, overflowing tanks, and drainfield failures don’t wait for business hours. We provide emergency response throughout Iredell County for urgent situations that threaten health and property. Our dispatchers prioritize true emergencies, and our technicians arrive prepared to diagnose problems and implement temporary or permanent solutions.
Serving Statesville, Mooresville, and Troutman
Operating from our headquarters on Lentz Road—yes, the road is named after us—we serve the entire county from the dairy farms in Harmony to the lake houses in Mooresville. Whether you own a farm in Union Grove with multiple septic systems serving barns and residences, a new build in Troutman that needs initial installation, a historic home in downtown Statesville with an aging system requiring expert attention, or a lakefront property in Mooresville where point-of-sale inspections are critical for real estate transactions, we bring 65+ years of Iredell County experience to every service call.
We serve the residential neighborhoods throughout Statesville, the rapid growth corridor along I-77 toward Mooresville, the rural properties and farms in northern Iredell County, the developments around Troutman, and the commercial businesses along the I-40/I-77 interchange. We’re familiar with Iredell’s heavy clay soil that challenges septic performance, the mix of conventional and advanced treatment systems throughout the county, the environmental health regulations that govern installations and repairs, and the local contractors and realtors who trust us for honest inspections and quality work.
Our service area covers all of Iredell County and extends into southern Iredell toward Lake Norman. When you call Lentz Septic, you’re not getting a call center in another state—you’re talking to family members who live here, work here, and have served this community for three generations.
Why Statesville Trusts the Lentz Family
567+ Five-Star Reviews Reflect 65 Years of Trust — With a 4.9-star rating across more than 567 customer reviews, we’ve earned the confidence of Iredell County families by doing exactly what we promise: showing up on time, pumping tanks completely (not just the easy liquid layer), charging fair prices, and treating your property with respect. That consistency over 65+ years means grandparents, parents, and children all trust the same family business—the ultimate endorsement.
Since 1958: Three Generations of Local Service — We started serving Iredell County in 1958 when septic systems were simpler but the commitment to neighbors was just as strong. Three generations later, we still operate with the same values: honest communication, quality workmanship, fair pricing, and treating customers like the neighbors they are. We’ve seen Statesville grow from a small town to a thriving city, and we’ve grown alongside it—always family-owned, always locally operated, always accountable to the community we call home.
Terralift Technology Saves Thousands in Replacement Costs — We’re one of the few septic companies in the region offering Terralift drainfield rejuvenation—a proven technology that restores failing drainfields without excavation. While other companies quote $20,000 replacements, we often salvage systems for $2,000-$3,000 using compressed air soil fracturing. This innovation isn’t about maximizing profit—it’s about serving customers honestly and extending system life when possible.
“We Do the Dirty Work So You Can Do Life” — Our family philosophy is simple: septic service is essential but unpleasant work that nobody wants to think about. We handle the dirty work professionally, efficiently, and respectfully so you can focus on your life, your family, and your business. We don’t judge, we don’t lecture—we just fix problems and prevent future ones with honest guidance.
Local Knowledge of Iredell County Soil & Systems — Sixty-five years of experience in Iredell County means we know how septic systems perform in local clay soil, which older neighborhoods have undersized tanks, where high water tables cause problems, and how Lake Norman’s watershed regulations affect installations. This institutional knowledge—passed down through three generations—means better diagnostics, more effective repairs, and honest guidance about what works in Iredell’s conditions.
Licensed, Insured, and County-Approved — We’re fully licensed septic contractors with comprehensive liability insurance and decades of working relationships with Iredell County Environmental Health. We handle permits correctly, follow regulations precisely, and pass inspections consistently. This professionalism protects you legally and ensures work is done right.
Schedule Service with Statesville’s Trusted Septic Experts
Call Lentz Septic Tank Service at (704) 707-4388 or Request Service Online to schedule pumping, repairs, inspections, or emergency service throughout Iredell County.
Whether you need routine pumping (we’ll track your schedule and send reminders), Terralift drainfield rejuvenation to save a failing system, point-of-sale inspection for a real estate transaction, grease trap service for your restaurant, or complete system installation, you’re calling the family that’s served Iredell County since 1958—the multi-generational trust and local expertise that only 65+ years of honest service can build.
