Lee County · Pop. 78,961
Auburn is a university city in east Alabama, home to Auburn University — one of the South's largest public universities with approximately 32,000 students — and one of the fastest-growing metros in Alabama. The Auburn-Opelika metro area has attracted significant industrial investment, including a KIA vehicle assembly plant and related supplier facilities, that has brought a permanent workforce addition beyond the university community. Lee County's location at the Alabama Fall Line creates a diverse soil landscape, and the combination of university-driven rental housing demand, rapidly expanding suburban development, and a large stock of older rural properties on aging septic systems makes Lee County one of Alabama's most active OSSF markets. Auburn University's own College of Agriculture houses the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, which provides some of the best publicly available information on septic system maintenance in the Southeast — an irony appreciated by county homeowners who struggle to find adequate system maintenance guidance despite living next door to a leading agricultural research institution.
C & G Environmental Services holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Auburn, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4963 — Pumper — is held by Bobby Griffin and is listed as active.
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East Alabama Septic holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Auburn, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 3090 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Robert Blake and is listed as active.
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Jld Enterprises holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Auburn, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4275 — Pumper — is held by Jeff Davis and is listed as active.
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Kess Enviornmental Services, LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Auburn, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4855 — Installer — is held by Corey Harris and is listed as active.
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Auburn, AL 36830
Adv Installer (Lv 2), Adv Installer (Lv 1), and Installer 1400
Lake Martin Development, LLC (2 Michael Richardsons) holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Auburn, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 1400 — Adv Installer (Lv 2), Adv Installer (Lv 1), and Installer — is held by Michael Richardson and is listed as active.
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Plainsman Pumping LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Auburn, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4976 — Pumper — is held by Charles Edward Bennett and is listed as active.
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When Nature Calls holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Auburn, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4244 — Pumper — is held by Patrick Starr and is listed as active.
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All-Pro Septic Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Phenix City, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4623 — Pumper — is held by Austin Williams and is listed as active.
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All Pro Septic Service LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Phenix City, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4214 — Pumper — is held by Jamie Williams and is listed as active.
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Opelika, AL 36804
Adv Installer (Lv 2), Adv Installer (Lv 1), and Installer 529
American Pride Septic Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 529 — Adv Installer (Lv 2), Adv Installer (Lv 1), and Installer — is held by Matt Pickering and is listed as active.
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Anything Septic Service (Son) holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Phenix City, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4042 — Pumper — is held by Billy Hall and is listed as active.
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Budget Rooter holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2413 — Pumper — is held by Matt Cannon and is listed as active.
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Causey, LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2527 — Pumper — is held by Jack Causey and is listed as active.
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Chris Head Construction, LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Salem, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 3050 — Installer — is held by Chris Head and is listed as active.
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Donaldson Backhoe & Septic Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Phenix City, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4805 — Pumper — is held by Billy Donaldson, Jr and is listed as active.
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Esg Operations, LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Savannah, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4658 — Pumper — is held by Benjiman Morrow and is listed as active.
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Geiger's Backhoe & Septic Systems holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Valley, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2798 — Pumper — is held by Marcus Geiger and is listed as active.
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Gfl Enviornmental holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Phenix City, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4817 — Pumper — is held by Michael Williams and is listed as active.
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Gordy Septic holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Phenix City, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4664 — Installer — is held by Gentry Gordy and is listed as active.
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Harper's Environmental Septic Tank Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2977 — Pumper — is held by Tony Harper and is listed as active.
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Jw Rogers Enterprise holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Milner, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4939 — Installer — is held by Jordan Rogers and is listed as active.
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K & D Portable Contractors holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2369 — Pumper — is held by Deniese Hunter and is listed as active.
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Lee Hanvey Services holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4453 — Pumper — is held by Howard Hanvey and is listed as active.
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Lindsey Mobile Home Service & Transport, LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Smith Station, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2634 — Installer — is held by Danny Lindsey and is listed as active.
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Porch Wastewater Disposal holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4809 — Pumper — is held by Kahmari Porch and is listed as active.
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Roto Rooter / Trent Services, INC ***2 Stephen Stills holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 566 — Pumper — is held by Stephen Still and is listed as active.
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Royal Flush holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Smith Station, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 641 — Pumper — is held by Chad Youngren and is listed as active.
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S K holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4567 — Pumper — is held by Steven Causey and is listed as active.
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Smith Station, AL 36877
Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer 2264
Southern Pride Plumbing, INC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Smith Station, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2264 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Ricky Mcafee and is listed as active.
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Trent Services INC - Roto Rooter ***2 Stephen Stills holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Opelika, Alabama (Lee County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4377 — Pumper — is held by Stephen Still and is listed as active.
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$500 – $8,000
| Service | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Septic Tank Pumping | $250 - $460 |
| Septic System Installation | $5,000 - $17,000 |
Lee County soils include Notasulga sandy loam, Marvyn loamy sand, and Bama fine sandy loam — Ultisols of the Alabama Piedmont-to-Coastal Plain transition. Notasulga sandy loam has an argillic Bt horizon at 12-20 inches with moderate clay content (18-28%), well-drained, and moderately slow permeability. Marvyn loamy sand is lighter-textured with better drainage. The Fall Line passes through Lee County, and Piedmont-influenced Cecil and Pacolet soils occur in the northern parts of the county. Sofkahatchee Creek and Chewacla Creek floodplains carry Chewacla and Bibb soils with seasonal high water tables at 0-18 inches.
Lee County's dominant Notasulga sandy loam is a well-studied Ultisol of the Southern Coastal Plain transition. Its argillic Bt horizon at 12-20 inches has clay contents of 18-28% — moderate enough to provide some treatment of septic effluent while maintaining drainage adequate for conventional systems. The sandy loam surface texture allows good initial infiltration. Marvyn loamy sand, lighter-textured and better-drained, is an even more favorable soil for septic design. In contrast, the Piedmont-influenced Cecil soils in northern Lee County have argillic horizons exceeding 40% clay, requiring more conservative loading rates and often pressure distribution. The Fall Line boundary through the county creates a sharp transition that evaluators must locate precisely for any property near the divide.
Lee County Health Department enforces Alabama DPH Chapter 420-3-1. Alabama requires a minimum 1-acre lot for septic system installation in most counties, including Lee County. Site evaluations are conducted by county sanitarians using soil morphology assessment. Notasulga and Marvyn soils in Lee County's Coastal Plain portion typically permit conventional gravity systems with standard loading rates. Cecil and Pacolet soils in the Piedmont portion of the county are more challenging and may require engineered designs. Setbacks: 50 feet from water supply wells, 75 feet from streams, and 10 feet from property lines.
Lee County Department of Health (Alabama DPH Chapter 420-3-1) administers onsite sewage system permits. A site evaluation by county sanitarians is required. Auburn University's 30,000+ enrollment creates a large student rental housing market with high septic usage density on some properties. Lee County is one of Alabama's fastest-growing counties. Permit fees align with ADPH rules. Properties larger than 1 acre are required for septic installations in most of Lee County.
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