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Marlin Wastewater Services

Septic Systems, Sewer Cleaning, Home inspection,

About us

Marlin Wastewater Services was established in 1968 by Marlin and Dorothy Kerr who relocated to the Sandhills in the early 80's to stay open year round and avoid the harsh winters of Northern Michigan. Marlin's son Jeff and his wife Christine decided to keep the business in the family and took over operations in the mid 90's to give Marlin and Dorothy some much deserved time to travel and enjoy their retirement. Jeff and Christine continue to run the show today and have been blessed to build their business thanks to fantastic clients and a supportive community. We can not thank you enough for your support and look forward to servicing your homes & businesses and seeing your faces for years to come. Additional DBA - Marlins Plumbing Septic, Marlin's Service Inc, Family owned & operated.

Business highlights

56 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Residential Septic Tank Cleaning, Real Estate Septic Inspections, Septic Repair, Septic Installation, Grease Trap Maintenance.

Services we don't offer

Portable Toilets

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.512 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
75%
4
8%
3
0%
2
8%
1
8%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.4
responsiveness
4.4
punctuality
4.7
Showing 1-12 of 12 reviews

Erica V.
09/2022
1.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
There was little to no communication about when they were coming and when the results would be done. The people who answered the phones were rude and did not answer the questions that were asked to them.
Description of Work: Soil Evaluation and Design

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0

$1,500

Brownback Law P.
12/2020
5.0
home inspection, septic tank
  + 0 more
They were fantastic. I was extremely pleased with all aspects of the service. I contacted them on Monday and they were at my home the very next day. Every single person at that company - either on the telephone or in person - was kind, cordial and professional. The employees that came to my home took the time to explain the whole process and were very patient with any questions. I highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: Clean out septic

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark W.
10/2020
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
The crew arrived on time, was polite, professional and efficient. After digging up the tank and burying it they took the time to clean up very well so you can’t even tell they were here. Very pleased with the service.
Description of Work: Septic Tank Cleaning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$285

James G.
12/2017
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
They showed up the very next day. The guy doing the job that showed up was very professional and got the job done quickly . Really great customer service . I know this doesn’t affect the service but the website is really user friendly to pay online . The company gives a great military discount . I saved 25 bucks . I will be using these guys again .
Description of Work: Did my first septic pump cleaning .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Clay & Dawn H.
03/2017
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
very east and the customer was satisfied
Description of Work: they came and emptied the sewer box

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Teri O.
07/2016
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
Great! They arrived on time, were very courteous and explained everything they were doing. They were very conscious about not messing up the yard. Polite and friendly. Definitely recommend.
Description of Work: Septic maintenance/cleaning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

JOE R.
06/2015
4.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They cleaned out the septic tank

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Roger M.
12/2014
2.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
My wife scheduled the appointment and was told that the technician would arrived between 9 am to 9:30 am. At 10:15 she called and was told that the appointment was scheduled for 1:30 pm to 2 pm instead. When questioned why we had not been called or notified, the owner blamed his mistake on my wife. He said she should have known because he had sent an e-mail to confirm the appointment the day before. No mail was received in the inbox or junk mail bins. We have contacted another company and will not be using Marlin Septic any longer. The following day the owner called to apologize for the mix up on times and acknowledged that the e-mail was sent to an incorrect address. Had I not already contacted a competitor, I would have given consideration to giving Marlin Septic another try.
Description of Work: Was scheduled to pump out septic tank and perform inspection of septic drainage lines.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Powell P.
07/2014
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Workers arrived on time, introduced themselves, and immediately got to work. Took the time to accurately locate the septic tank and checked for any outlying distribution boxes. Gave me a status of the condition of the septic system and recommended that the tank be pumped. Cleaned and replaced the filter, pumped the tank and inspected the interior for any issues. Replaced the soil and grass (yard shows minimal disturbance). Gave me a final written checklist of what they found and the work performed. Great service, professional technicians. I would readily recommend this company to others needing this service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$245

carolyn M.
06/2014
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
No problems. We like that he tell us the "scum and sludge levels." He also helps us determine times for future visits.
Description of Work: He pumped the tanks for our 3 houses. He identified an issue at one house, and he plans on returning to take care of that problem.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Alicia W.
03/2014
5.0
septic tank
  + -1 more
I had four days to get this inspection done and everyone I called was booked to the following week! Jeff answered at 9am and said he would call me during the day to fit me in! He was outstanding and called me at 3pm and I met him there! Filled with knowledge and his family owned and family run business is so passionate about septic tanks that he told me anything I wanted and needed to know! Came into a problem getting to two of the covers as they were under a paved sidewalk so they had to pump the tanks to check for a leak! Thank goodness they did because they found a leak! I will be using them for ever now and Jeff said I can call anytime with questions.
Description of Work: Buying a house and had to get a septic tank inspection very last minute!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$575

Staci S.
06/2013
5.0
septic tank, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
They all the staff that comes out are nice and friendly. They will call you if they had an appointment to cancel if they are in your area. I have been using them since I moved here in 2003 and I will continue to use them in the future.
Description of Work: Marlin's Plumbing Septic Cleaning Service is who we hired to clean our septic tank in May.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

    Contact information

    PO Box 865, West End, NC 27376

    www.marlinw.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Monday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Thursday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Friday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Saturday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

    *Contact business to see additional licenses.


    Service Categories

    Septic Systems,
    Sewer Cleaning,
    Home inspection,
    Drain Cleaning

    FAQ

    Marlin Wastewater Services is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Thursday: 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

    Marlin Wastewater Services accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
    Yes, Marlin Wastewater Services offers free project estimates.
    Yes, Marlin Wastewater Services offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Marlin Wastewater Services does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Marlin Wastewater Services offers emergency services.
    No, Marlin Wastewater Services does not offer warranties.
    Marlin Wastewater Services offers the following services: Residential Septic Tank Cleaning, Real Estate Septic Inspections, Septic Repair, Septic Installation, Grease Trap Maintenance.
    Portable Toilets

    Contact information

    PO Box 865, West End, NC 27376

    www.marlinw.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Monday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Thursday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Friday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    Saturday:
    12:00 AM - 11:00 PM