I'm Autry's Backhoe & Septic Service, based in Pineville, NC. I handle septic work for homes and businesses across Mecklenburg County, from routine septic pumping to inspections tied to a home sale. I hold a Google rating of 4.3 across 22 reviews. Whether you need a tank pumped, an effluent filter cleaned, or a full system evaluation before you buy or sell, I aim to give you a clear picture of what your system needs and what to expect.
About Autry's Backhoe & Septic Service
I work out of Pineville and serve the surrounding area. My focus is straightforward septic care: pumping, inspections, filter and baffle service, and troubleshooting when something isn't draining the way it should. I follow North Carolina state guidelines and industry best practices on the jobs I complete, and I try to explain timelines and next steps so you're not left guessing.
Services Verified From Their Site
The following services come directly from my own website:
- Septic pumping. From my site: "…Solid advice on routine maintenance and septic pumping. Peace of mind for your family or business. All work is completed following North Carolina state guidelines…" I also describe removing settled sludge during service.
- Baffle replacement and effluent filter service. "An effluent filter sits on the septic tank's outlet baffle and traps solids before they reach the drain field. Most homes should have the filter cleaned annually…" — a schedule that may vary per the manufacturer's guidance and your site conditions.
- Hydro-jetting. "…cleaning the effluent filter, and sometimes hydro-jetting inlet/outlet lines and the distribution box if needed. Cleaning is helpful for heavy buildup, grease…"
- Real-estate inspection. "Scheduling a septic system inspection is simple and gives your home or business lasting… Accurate system health reports for real estate."
Licensing
My site states that work is completed following North Carolina state guidelines and industry best practices, and refers to a licensed team. Beyond that, I'll confirm current license details and credentials directly when you call — the surest way to verify is to ask.
What Pineville Homeowners Should Know
If your property sits outside sewer coverage in Pineville, your home likely relies on a septic system, and you can confirm that through your utility bill or county permit records. This part of the region carries Piedmont clay soil, which drains slowly and can put added strain on a drainfield over time. Slow drains, odors, or pooling near the tank warrant evaluation rather than a guess at the cause. Staying ahead with routine septic tank pumping helps, and if you're buying or selling, a septic inspection gives you a documented look at system health before you commit.
Contact
Call me at (704) 504-8830 to schedule pumping, an inspection, or to talk through a drainage problem. You can also visit autryseptic.com for more detail. If something isn't draining right, reach out and I'll walk you through what to expect.