Ralph Holmes · Google review · April 18, 2025"Mr Leadbetter and Katie are some of the nicest people to deal with. They were scheduled for 930am but ran into issues at the dumping station trying to empty their truck. They got here around noon and went stright to work locating the access cover. With in minutes they had a hole dug right over the cover, got it open and started pumping. We can't always control what happens while trying to get a job done. Katie is truly a rising star!"
Suffolk, VA · Since 1972
A straight answer on your septic tank, since 1972.
A slow drain, a soggy spot in the yard, or a home sale waiting on a septic inspection does not get better on its own. Call and tell us what is going on. We will get out to the tank, take a look, and give you a plain answer.
Suffolk, VA · greater Hampton Roads · License and DBE numbers on file
What Rillco Does
Four services. Nothing stretched past them.
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01
Inspection.
A look at the system, for a home sale, a new addition, or just to know where things stand.
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02
Pumping.
A scheduled pump-out that clears a full tank before it turns into a backup.
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03
Repair.
Fixing a cracked lid, a broken line, or a pump that has stopped doing its job.
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04
Installation.
A new septic tank or system, put in and hooked up.
Also ask about well inspection when you call.
How It Works
What usually happens, in plain English, from the first call to the answer.
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Step 01
You call.
Tell us what is going on: a slow drain, a wet spot in the yard, a pending inspection, or just time for a routine pump.
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Step 02
We locate the tank.
Every septic tank has an access point, often buried under grass or dirt, and finding it is the first job on site.
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Step 03
We pump and inspect.
The tank gets emptied and the system gets a look: lids, baffles, levels.
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Step 04
You get a plain answer.
What we found, what it means, and what, if anything, needs doing next.
Two Reviews, Thirteen Years Apart
Denise Gibson · Google review · March 21, 2022"Septic pumped out and circuit breaker changed. Me. Led better and his daughter are very knowledgeable and caring of their customers. You will not find a better company for your care of your septic tank or to install one on your land. I've used Mr. Led better septic company since 2003 and he's trustworthy, knows everything and knows electrical. Dwight his right hand man is also knowledgeable and very helpful. Can't say enough or urge anyone enough to trust Rillco septic. You will not be disappointed."
Common Septic Questions
How often should a septic tank be pumped?
Most homes need a pump-out every three to five years, depending on the tank's size and how many people live in the house. A bigger household or a smaller tank means more frequent pumping.
What are the signs my septic tank needs attention?
Slow or gurgling drains, a sewage smell near the tank or drain field, a soggy or unusually green patch of yard, or a backup inside the house.
Can I drive or park over my septic tank or drain field?
No. The weight can crack a lid or access pipe and compact the soil over the drain field, which makes it harder for the system to work the way it should.
What items should never go down my drains?
Wipes (even the ones labeled flushable), grease and cooking oil, cat litter, paint, and harsh chemicals. None of it breaks down the way a septic system needs it to.
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