For over 40 years, RLT & Associates, Inc. has been the backbone of infrastructure development in Fuquay-Varina and throughout Southern Wake County. Located on Tasha Lane off NC-55, we are the team homeowners, developers, and municipalities call when the job requires heavy equipment and serious expertise—not just residential service trucks, but excavators, backhoes, dump trucks, and the capabilities to handle underground infrastructure that keeps communities functioning. From installing new septic systems in Angier to repairing water mains in Holly Springs, from storm drain cleaning in Lillington to complete site development in Willow Spring, we handle the underground work, the surface grading, and the final paving that transforms raw land into functional properties.
RLT & Associates isn’t a residential plumbing company that occasionally does septic work—we’re utility contractors with four decades of experience installing infrastructure, repairing underground systems, and solving the kind of problems that require excavation capabilities most service companies don’t possess. When you need an excavator, not just a plumber. When your project involves multiple phases from initial clearing through final paving. When standard residential contractors say “we can’t handle that” or “you’ll need to hire specialists.” That’s when you call RLT & Associates—the industrial-strength solution for projects that demand heavy equipment, comprehensive capabilities, and the problem-solving experience that only 40+ years in business develops.
Complete Site & Utility Solutions: From Underground to Surface
RLT & Associates, Inc. provides integrated utility contracting and site development services throughout Wake and Harnett Counties. Our comprehensive capabilities eliminate the coordination headaches and scheduling conflicts that come from hiring separate contractors for excavation, utilities, drainage, and paving—we’re your turnkey solution from initial site preparation through final surface completion.
- Septic System Installation & Major Repairs — We install complete septic systems for new construction, replacement systems for failed installations, and handle major repairs that require excavation capabilities beyond standard pumping companies. Our septic services include site evaluation and percolation testing coordination, system design appropriate for soil conditions and lot constraints, excavation of tank and drainfield locations, installation of all components to North Carolina code, grading and drainage management to protect system function, and major repairs including drainfield replacement and distribution system reconstruction. For properties in Angier, Willow Spring, or rural areas of Wake and Harnett Counties where septic is the only wastewater option, our utility contracting background means we approach installations with the same engineering mindset applied to municipal infrastructure—conservative design, proper construction techniques, and attention to long-term performance rather than just meeting minimum requirements. We’ve installed systems that function reliably decades later because we don’t cut corners on excavation depth, stone bedding quality, or backfill compaction—the fundamentals that separate installations that last from those that fail prematurely.
- Water & Sewer Line Repair: Emergency Utility Service — Underground utility failures—broken water mains, collapsed sewer lines, damaged service laterals—require both diagnostic capability and excavation expertise to access, repair, and restore service quickly. We provide emergency and planned utility line repairs including camera inspection to locate breaks and assess damage extent, excavation to access failed sections (often requiring traffic control and utility coordination), pipe replacement using appropriate materials for the application, proper bedding and backfill to prevent future settling or damage, and surface restoration including temporary and permanent paving repairs. For municipalities in Holly Springs or Fuquay-Varina dealing with aging infrastructure, developers managing utility systems in new subdivisions, or property owners facing water line breaks or sewer failures, our utility contracting capabilities mean we handle projects that overwhelm residential plumbers—deep excavations, large-diameter pipe, coordination with other utilities, and work in roadways or commercial properties where traffic management and safety protocols are critical. Emergency utility repairs don’t respect business hours, and when failures affect multiple properties or create public safety hazards, response speed matters—we maintain the equipment fleet and experienced crews necessary to mobilize quickly for situations that can’t wait.
- Storm Drain Cleaning & Drainage Infrastructure — Proper drainage infrastructure prevents flooding, protects roads and buildings, and manages stormwater in compliance with environmental regulations. We provide complete drainage services including storm drain cleaning and maintenance to prevent blockages, catch basin repair and replacement, drainage system installation for new development, grading and swale construction to direct surface water appropriately, and French drain systems for properties with chronic water problems. For commercial properties in Fuquay-Varina where parking lot flooding creates liability and access issues, residential developments in Holly Springs where inadequate drainage affects multiple lots, or any property where water management requires more than residential-scale solutions, our utility contracting approach treats drainage as engineered infrastructure rather than simple yard work. We understand how water moves across terrain, how drainage systems must be sized for watershed area and rainfall intensity, and how to construct installations that function reliably during the 100-year storm events that test inadequate designs.
- Grading & Excavation for Site Development — Raw land doesn’t become functional property without proper site preparation: clearing vegetation, establishing grades that manage drainage and create level building areas, excavating for utilities and foundations, and creating access roads or driveways. We provide comprehensive site development including land clearing and grubbing, mass grading for subdivisions and commercial sites, building pad preparation with proper elevation and drainage, utility trenching for water, sewer, electric, and gas services, and roadway construction from initial grading through base preparation. For developers preparing sites in Angier or Lillington, property owners building on raw land in Willow Spring, or commercial projects requiring complete site development, our 40+ years of experience prevents the costly mistakes that plague contractors learning on customers’ properties—inadequate drainage that creates ongoing problems, improper compaction that causes settling and pavement failures, or grading that doesn’t account for stormwater management requirements increasingly enforced by local regulations.
- Concrete & Asphalt Paving Services — Site development isn’t complete until surfaces are finished—driveways that provide property access, parking areas for commercial uses, sidewalks and curbing that define boundaries and direct traffic flow. We provide complete paving services including concrete driveways, sidewalks, and pads, asphalt paving for driveways and parking areas, base preparation that ensures long-term pavement performance, and repairs to existing surfaces damaged by utility work or settling. Our integrated approach means the same contractor who excavates your site, installs utilities, and establishes drainage also completes final paving—eliminating the coordination problems and finger-pointing that occur when pavement failures stem from inadequate base preparation or improper grading by previous contractors. For properties throughout Southern Wake County where development requires multiple phases from clearing through paving, RLT provides single-source accountability for results that meet engineering standards and function reliably for decades.
- Hydro-Jetting & Line Cleaning Services — Before excavation becomes necessary, many drainage and sewer line problems can be resolved through high-pressure cleaning that removes blockages, roots, grease, and mineral deposits. We provide hydro-jetting services for sewer lines blocked by roots or grease accumulation, storm drains clogged with sediment and debris, grease interceptors requiring thorough cleaning, and any underground line where blockages prevent proper flow. Our hydro-jetting capabilities use commercial-grade equipment that clears lines residential drain cleaning can’t handle—larger diameter pipes, longer distances from access points, and tougher blockages including tree roots that have infiltrated through joints or cracks. For commercial properties where line failures create operational disruptions, municipalities managing public infrastructure, or residential properties where conventional drain cleaning hasn’t solved recurring problems, hydro-jetting often provides cost-effective solutions that avoid the expense and property disruption of excavation and replacement.
Serving Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs, Angier, and Southern Wake County
The growth in Southern Wake County is explosive—Fuquay-Varina’s transformation from small town to substantial suburban community, Holly Springs’ emergence as one of the fastest-growing municipalities in the nation, and spillover development into Angier, Willow Spring, and into Harnett County communities like Lillington. RLT & Associates helps property owners, developers, and municipalities manage this growth by providing the utility infrastructure and site development expertise that transforms raw land into functional communities. Our Tasha Lane location off NC-55 positions us strategically within the region’s growth corridor—efficient access throughout Southern Wake County and into northern Harnett County where development pressure continues despite economic cycles.
We navigate Southern Wake’s challenging red Piedmont clay that complicates excavation, requires specific techniques for proper utility installation, and creates drainage challenges that demand engineered solutions rather than guesswork. We work within the increasingly stringent development regulations that govern stormwater management, wetland protection, and infrastructure standards—requirements that punish contractors who don’t understand current codes or attempt to apply outdated approaches from previous decades. And we coordinate with the multiple utility providers, municipalities, and regulatory agencies whose approvals and inspections are necessary for projects to proceed legally and properly.
Our service area encompasses the full spectrum of Southern Wake development: Fuquay-Varina’s mix of historic downtown infrastructure and massive new residential growth, Holly Springs’ rapid transformation requiring constant utility expansion and maintenance, Angier’s steady development as an affordable alternative with reasonable commute access, Willow Spring’s rural character gradually giving way to residential subdivisions, and Lillington’s position as Harnett County seat managing growth pressure from Wake County spillover. Whether you’re a homeowner building on inherited land, a developer preparing subdivision infrastructure, a commercial property owner requiring site improvements, or a municipality managing aging systems while accommodating growth, RLT brings the heavy equipment capabilities and 40+ years of experience that ensure projects are executed properly the first time.
Why Southern Wake Property Owners Trust RLT & Associates
4.7-Star Rating: Delivering Results on Challenging Projects — Our 4.7-star reputation reflects customers who appreciate capability (showing up with equipment adequate for the job’s scale), problem-solving (adapting to site conditions and unexpected complications), reliability (completing projects on schedule despite weather and coordination challenges), and quality (construction that meets engineering standards and functions as designed). We don’t shy away from the hard jobs—the projects with difficult access, challenging soil conditions, regulatory complexity, or scale that overwhelms residential contractors. Our reputation is built on tackling work others decline or can’t handle competently, delivering results that meet professional standards, and standing behind installations that function reliably for decades. When customers say “RLT handled what other contractors couldn’t,” they’re describing the difference between utility contractors with comprehensive capabilities and service companies limited to straightforward residential work.
40+ Years Experience: Four Decades of Infrastructure Expertise — RLT & Associates has installed, repaired, and maintained infrastructure throughout Southern Wake and Harnett Counties since the early 1980s—before Holly Springs’ explosion, before Fuquay-Varina’s transformation, when much of what’s now dense suburban development was farmland and forest. This longevity provides perspective and accumulated knowledge that newer companies can’t replicate: we’ve worked with multiple generations of construction materials and techniques, we’ve seen which approaches succeed long-term versus which create problems, we understand how local soil conditions affect different types of construction, and we’ve built relationships with regulatory agencies and utility providers that facilitate project approvals and coordination. Four decades in business also demonstrates both technical competence and business integrity—companies fold regularly due to reputation problems, financial mismanagement, or inability to adapt to changing regulations and technologies. Surviving and thriving for 40+ years proves capability, reliability, and professional standards that customers depend on when investing in infrastructure that must function properly for decades.
Heavy Equipment Fleet: Industrial Capabilities for Serious Work — We maintain a comprehensive fleet of heavy equipment including excavators for deep utility trenching and mass earthwork, backhoes for utility installations and repair access, bulldozers for site clearing and grading, dump trucks for material hauling, rollers and compactors for proper base preparation, and specialized equipment for utility installation and repair. This equipment capability separates utility contractors from service companies—we’re not trying to handle excavation with pickup trucks and hand tools, we bring industrial-grade machinery appropriate for the work’s scale and complexity. For projects requiring significant earthwork, deep utility installations, or construction in challenging conditions, equipment capability often determines whether projects succeed or struggle. RLT’s fleet ensures we’re not limited by machinery constraints—we bring appropriate tools for each project phase rather than attempting to make inadequate equipment work.
Turnkey Solutions: One Contractor from Dirt to Pavement — We dig it, pipe it, and pave it—comprehensive capability that eliminates coordination between multiple contractors with different schedules, priorities, and quality standards. When one company handles excavation, utility installation, drainage construction, grading, and final paving, accountability is clear and execution is coordinated. Problems don’t fall through gaps between trades, scheduling delays from contractor conflicts don’t occur, and finger-pointing about whose work caused failures doesn’t happen. For developers managing project timelines and budgets, property owners who want single-source accountability, or anyone tired of juggling multiple contractors who blame each other when problems arise, RLT’s integrated capabilities provide the efficiency and accountability that separate turnkey solutions from fragmented approaches requiring constant management and coordination.
Ready to discuss your utility or site development project?
Call RLT & Associates, Inc. at (919) 552-4489 or Request a Project Quote. We provide site evaluations and project estimates for work throughout Wake and Harnett Counties. For complex projects involving multiple phases or requiring regulatory approvals, contact us early in planning—our 40+ years of experience helps identify potential challenges and solution approaches before problems delay projects or exceed budgets. Emergency utility repairs receive priority response for situations affecting public safety or causing property damage.
From our Tasha Lane location in Fuquay-Varina, RLT & Associates, Inc. delivers heavy-duty utility contracting and site development throughout Southern Wake County’s explosive growth corridor. Whether you need septic installation in Angier, water line repair in Holly Springs, storm drainage in Lillington, or complete site development in Willow Spring, our 4.7-star reputation and 40+ years of experience ensure one simple truth: when you need an excavator, not just a plumber—when projects require industrial capabilities, not residential service—RLT & Associates brings the heavy iron and serious expertise to get it done right.
