Located on Hudson Road in Virgilina—right on the Virginia-North Carolina state line—Matthews Sanitation Services, LLC is strategically positioned to serve the rural communities of both Southside Virginia and Northern North Carolina. With 4.7 stars across 29 reviews, we’re the versatile contractor that crosses state lines to handle septic pumping, excavation and grading, portable restroom rentals, and septic pump replacement. From the lakefront properties around Clarksville to the farms of South Boston, from the growing communities of Roxboro, NC to the rural homesteads of Oxford, NC and Halifax, we provide complete property services for Halifax County and Mecklenburg County in Virginia, and Person County in North Carolina.
In rural border regions like ours, property owners need contractors who can handle multiple services without coordinating three different companies across two states. Matthews Sanitation Services, LLC eliminates that headache. Need your septic tank pumped and a new lot cleared for a barn? We handle both. Planning a community event that needs portable restrooms and site grading? One call gets it done. Dealing with a failed septic pump that requires excavation to replace? We’ve got the equipment and expertise for the complete job. Our 29 reviews reflect what locals throughout Halifax, Mecklenburg, and Person Counties already know: when you need versatile rural property services from a contractor who understands both Virginia and North Carolina regulations, Matthews Sanitation Services crosses the line to get the job done right.
Complete Rural Property Services—From Excavation to Sanitation
Matthews Sanitation Services, LLC provides the integrated property services that rural homeowners, farmers, and businesses need across the VA/NC border region:
- Septic Tank Pumping & System Maintenance — We recommend pumping every 3-5 years for most rural properties in Halifax, Mecklenburg, and Person Counties, though households with garbage disposals or larger families should pump every 2-3 years. Rural properties often have larger lots and older systems that were installed before modern regulations—many tanks are undersized for current usage, and drainfields were placed based on convenience rather than proper soil evaluation. We remove the complete contents during every pump-out: floating scum layer, liquid effluent, and settled sludge layer. We inspect tank baffles, check for structural damage, clean effluent filters, and identify early warning signs of system failure. For properties in both Virginia and North Carolina, we understand the different regulatory requirements and can advise on compliance with both state codes.
- Portable Restroom Rentals (Construction & Events) — For construction sites in Roxboro, outdoor events in Clarksville, farm weddings near South Boston, and community gatherings throughout the region, we provide clean, serviced portable restroom units. We deliver, maintain, and retrieve units on schedules that match your project timeline or event needs. For multi-week construction projects, we provide regular service intervals to keep units sanitary and compliant with OSHA requirements. For weekend events, we deliver Friday and retrieve Monday. Our fleet serves both Virginia and North Carolina customers with the same reliable service—state lines don’t stop us from providing the sanitation infrastructure your project or event requires.
- Excavation, Land Clearing & Site Grading — Rural properties require heavy equipment for land clearing, site preparation, driveway construction, pond excavation, and drainage improvements. We handle lot clearing for new home construction in Oxford, barn site preparation near Halifax, driveway grading for lakefront properties around Clarksville, and drainage work for farms dealing with wet areas. Our excavation capability also supports septic installations—we clear sites, grade for proper drainage, and prepare the ground before system placement. For properties spanning the Virginia-North Carolina border or customers with land in both states, we handle excavation work across jurisdictions without the complexity of coordinating separate contractors.
- Septic Pump Replacement & Repair — For properties with pump systems (common in areas with high water tables or challenging terrain), we replace failed pumps, repair alarm systems, and upgrade outdated equipment. Septic pumps typically last 10-15 years before failure, and when they go, effluent backs up quickly. We stock replacement pumps, control panels, floats, and alarm components. Pump replacement requires excavation to access the pump tank, electrical work to connect controls, and verification that the system is functioning properly—we handle all aspects rather than subcontracting pieces. For lakefront properties around Clarksville where water tables are high, pump systems are essential, and we’ve replaced hundreds of them throughout both Virginia and North Carolina.
- Complete Septic System Installation — For new construction in Roxboro, replacement systems in South Boston, or upgrades in Halifax County, we handle complete septic installations from perc testing through final inspection. We design systems that match Virginia or North Carolina regulations depending on property location, excavate and grade sites, install tanks and drainfields, and coordinate county permits and inspections. Our excavation capability means we don’t subcontract the dirt work—we control the entire installation timeline and quality. For properties near the state line, we navigate the regulatory differences and ensure compliance with the correct jurisdiction.
- Emergency Septic & Excavation Services — When septic systems back up, when pumps fail and effluent rises, when drainage problems flood your property after heavy rain, you need contractors with equipment ready to respond. We provide emergency septic pumping throughout Halifax, Mecklenburg, and Person Counties, emergency pump replacement when systems fail, and emergency excavation for drainage issues threatening homes or buildings. Rural areas don’t have the luxury of quick response from multiple contractors—having a versatile service provider who can handle septic, pumps, and excavation matters when problems strike.
Serving Southside Virginia and Northern North Carolina
From the lake communities around Clarksville where Kerr Lake creates waterfront living and high water tables, to the agricultural properties throughout South Boston and Halifax where farms and family homesteads dominate, to the growing town of Roxboro, NC where residential development meets rural tradition, to the historic communities around Oxford, NC where older homes require septic upgrades and maintenance, Matthews Sanitation Services, LLC operates throughout the Virginia-North Carolina border region. Our base on Hudson Road in Virgilina puts us at the crossroads of three counties and two states, which means we respond efficiently whether you’re in Virginia or North Carolina.
We understand the geographic and regulatory landscape of this region. We know which Virginia counties require engineered septic designs and which allow conventional systems. We know North Carolina’s soil evaluation procedures differ from Virginia’s perc test requirements. We know that Kerr Lake’s watershed regulations affect septic placement in Mecklenburg County. We know that Halifax County, VA has extensive rural areas where large lots provide flexibility for drainfield placement. We know that Person County, NC has seen residential growth that’s transitioning former farmland into subdivisions. This local knowledge prevents permitting delays and ensures installations meet the correct standards for each jurisdiction.
Our service area reflects the rural economy of Southside Virginia and Northern North Carolina. We work with farmers who need excavation for farm infrastructure and septic maintenance for homesteads. We work with lakefront property owners around Clarksville dealing with high water tables that require pump systems. We work with small businesses and churches in South Boston and Roxboro that need portable restrooms for outdoor events. We work with families building homes in Oxford who need complete septic installations. And we work with construction contractors developing properties throughout the region who need both excavation services and portable sanitation. Whether you’re in Virginia or North Carolina, on a farm or a lakefront lot, Matthews Sanitation Services brings the equipment and expertise to handle your property service needs.
Why VA/NC Border Communities Trust Matthews Sanitation Services (4.7 Stars)
Versatility That Eliminates Contractor Coordination — The biggest advantage of Matthews Sanitation Services is eliminating the need to juggle multiple contractors. Need septic pumping, land clearing, and portable toilets for a construction project? One call handles all three. Building a new home that requires excavation, septic installation, and temporary sanitation? We coordinate the entire infrastructure package. Dealing with a failed septic pump that requires excavation to access? We handle the digging and the pump replacement. This versatility saves time, reduces scheduling conflicts, and ensures accountability—when something needs adjustment, you call one company, not three contractors pointing fingers at each other. Our 4.7-star rating reflects customer appreciation for this comprehensive capability.
Cross-State Capability Without Regulatory Confusion — Operating on the Virginia-North Carolina border means navigating two sets of regulations, two permitting processes, and two inspection protocols. Matthews Sanitation Services maintains proper licensing and insurance in both states, understands regulatory differences, and ensures work meets the correct standards regardless of which side of the line your property sits on. For customers with land in both Virginia and North Carolina, this cross-state capability matters—we handle permitting and compliance without you needing to research which regulations apply or hire separate contractors for each jurisdiction. We cross state lines daily, and we know the rules on both sides.
Rural Property Equipment and Experience — Rural properties require different equipment and approaches than suburban lots. We maintain excavators for heavy digging, backhoes for precision work, bulldozers for land clearing, dump trucks for material hauling, septic pump trucks for waste removal, and portable restroom trailers for sanitation. This equipment fleet handles the scale and scope of rural projects: clearing multi-acre lots, excavating drainage ditches hundreds of feet long, pumping large septic tanks on properties distant from roads, and delivering portable units to remote construction sites. Our experience includes navigating gravel driveways, working around farm operations, respecting agricultural land, and understanding that rural customers often need flexibility in scheduling around weather, planting seasons, or harvest timing.
Local Knowledge of Regional Challenges — We’ve pumped septic tanks and excavated properties throughout Halifax, Mecklenburg, and Person Counties long enough to understand regional patterns. We know where clay soil dominates and requires careful drainfield design. We know which areas near Kerr Lake have seasonal high water tables that affect pump system placement. We know where bedrock is shallow and complicates excavation. We know which older communities have undersized septic tanks that need more frequent pumping. This knowledge prevents surprises and helps us provide accurate service recommendations. When contractors from outside the region quote your work, they’re guessing about local conditions. When you call Matthews Sanitation Services, you’re getting experience that’s been earned through years of work in these specific counties.
Honest Assessment and Fair Pricing — Our 29 reviews consistently mention honesty and fair pricing. We don’t upsell unnecessary services, we don’t pad bills with surprise charges, and we don’t lowball quotes just to win jobs and then hit customers with extras. If your septic system just needs pumping, we pump it. If excavation reveals underground obstacles that require additional work, we discuss options and pricing before proceeding. If a portable restroom rental will solve your sanitation needs more cost-effectively than a temporary septic hookup, we’ll say so. In rural communities where people know each other and word travels, maintaining honest business practices matters—our reputation is built on repeat customers and referrals, not one-time transactions.
Ready to schedule service or need a project estimate?
Call Matthews Sanitation Services, LLC at (434) 575-1535 or Request Service Online. We’re located on Hudson Road in Virgilina—right on the VA/NC line—and ready to serve properties throughout Halifax County and Mecklenburg County in Virginia, and Person County in North Carolina. Whether you need septic pumping for your South Boston home, portable restroom rentals for a Clarksville event, land clearing and grading in Roxboro, septic pump replacement near Oxford, or complete septic installation in Halifax, we’re the versatile contractor with 4.7 stars proving we handle it all. From excavation to sanitation, Matthews Sanitation Services crosses state lines to get the job done—one call handles the dirt, the drain, and the restroom.
