5-Star Septic Service in Chesnee & Boiling Springs – Upstate Septics

Finding a contractor who shows up on time and charges a fair price shouldn’t be hard. At Upstate Septics, we make it simple. We answer the phone, we show up when we say we will, and we treat your property like it’s our own. That approach has earned us a perfect 5.0-star rating from 88 reviews—and it’s why homeowners in Chesnee, Boiling Springs, Mayo, and Cowpens keep our number saved.

Located right on Sand Clay Road in Chesnee, we know exactly what’s under your grass. The red clay and sand-clay mix that defines northern Spartanburg County creates specific challenges for septic systems. Clay drains slowly, which means drainfields work harder. Tree roots find their way into laterals faster than you’d think. And if you’re in one of Boiling Springs’ new subdivisions, your system might be newer—but it still needs maintenance to avoid expensive failures down the road.

We’re not the biggest septic company in the Upstate, and we’re fine with that. We’re the one that treats your yard with respect, explains what we’re doing in plain English, and doesn’t try to sell you services you don’t need. After nearly 90 five-star reviews, we figure we’re doing something right.

Complete Septic Maintenance & Repair

Upstate Septics handles the full range of septic services for residential properties across northern Spartanburg County. Here’s what that means for you:

• Septic Tank Pumping & Sludge Removal – In clay soil, solids build up faster because the drainfield can’t handle as much flow as sandy systems. Regular pumping every 3-5 years (depending on household size) prevents backups and protects your drainfield from hydraulic overload. We remove the sludge layer completely—not just the liquid at the top.
• Real Estate Inspections (Septic Evaluations) – The Boiling Springs housing market is booming, and buyers need septic inspections before closing. We provide detailed evaluations that satisfy lenders and help you understand what you’re buying. If repairs are needed, we give honest estimates—not inflated numbers designed to scare you.
• Drainfield Repair & Diagnosis – If you’re seeing soggy spots in your yard, slow drains in the house, or sewage odors near the tank, your drainfield might be failing. We diagnose the problem (clogged laterals, biomat buildup, root intrusion) and recommend the most cost-effective fix. Sometimes it’s hydro-jetting. Sometimes it’s a full replacement. We’ll tell you which one you actually need.
• Riser Installation – If your septic tank lid is buried under two feet of dirt, accessing it for pumping means digging up your yard every few years. Risers bring the access point to ground level with a green lid you can see. It costs a few hundred dollars now but saves you from excavation charges every time you need service.
• Root Intrusion Clearing – Tree roots love the moisture in septic laterals. Once they get in, they create clogs that cause backups. We can clear roots with hydro-jetting, but if it’s a recurring problem, we’ll recommend cutting the tree or installing a root barrier. Prevention beats emergency service every time.

Serving Chesnee, Mayo, and Boiling Springs

From farmhouses in Mayo to new construction in Boiling Springs, we serve the entire northern Spartanburg corridor. Our shop on Sand Clay Road puts us minutes from most properties in the area—whether you’re off Highway 11 in Chesnee, near the new developments around Boiling Springs High School, or in the rural stretches of Cowpens.

This area’s soil profile is a mix. You’ve got red clay in most places, which drains slowly and can cause systems to back up if they’re undersized. You’ve got sand-clay mixes in certain pockets, which drain better but are more prone to root intrusion. And you’ve got rolling terrain, which means some properties need pump systems to move waste uphill. We’ve worked on all of it, and we know what works here.

The Boiling Springs housing boom means a lot of newer systems are going in. That’s good—modern drainfields are engineered better than what was installed in the 1980s. But even new systems need pumping every few years, and they need inspections if you’re buying a home. We work with real estate agents regularly, and we know how to keep transactions moving without surprises at the last minute.

We’re not strangers rolling through town. We’re local. We buy our coffee at the same spots you do. When you call Upstate Septics, you’re calling someone who’s invested in this community—not a national franchise that’ll be gone next year.

Why Locals Rate Us 5.0 Stars (88 Reviews)

We Don’t Upsell—We Just Do the Job RightSome companies make their money by finding problems that don’t exist. We make ours by showing up, doing what we said we’d do, and charging what we quoted. If your tank doesn’t need pumping yet, we’ll tell you. If you can get another year out of your drainfield, we’ll let you know. Honesty builds trust, and trust is why people keep calling us back.

We Treat Your Property Like Our OwnSeptic work is messy by nature, but that doesn’t mean we leave your yard looking like a construction zone. We lay down tarps, we drive carefully to avoid ruts, and we clean up when we’re done. Multiple reviews mention how surprised homeowners are that we left things cleaner than we found them. That’s not an accident—it’s how we do business.

We Show Up When We Say We WillIt’s basic, but it matters. When we schedule a service call, we give you a time window and we stick to it. If something changes (weather, equipment issue, emergency call), we let you know immediately. Your time is valuable, and we respect that.

We Explain What We’re DoingNot everyone knows how a septic system works, and that’s fine—that’s why we’re here. We’ll walk you through what we found, show you the tank if you want to see it, and explain what maintenance you should expect going forward. No jargon, no pressure, just straightforward information so you can make informed decisions.

Ready to Schedule Service or Get an Inspection?

Whether you need routine pumping, a pre-sale inspection, or emergency service for a backup, Upstate Septics is the team that delivers. We’re on Sand Clay Road in Chesnee—serving the entire northern Spartanburg corridor with the same reliable, honest service that’s earned us 88 five-star reviews.

Call Upstate Septics at (864) 612-2731 or Request Service Online. Let’s take care of your system so you don’t have to worry about it.