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Providing Excellent Local Service

At Virginia Septic, we bring over 15 years of proven experience to every job. Our licensed professionals use only the highest quality materials and maintain strong partnerships with designers and manufacturers. With multiple locations and unmatched customer service, we deliver dependable, cost-effective septic installation and maintenance you can trust.

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The Virginia Septic Company Story

Virginia Septic is a professional septic company that has proudly served the greater Washington D.C. metropolitan region since 2010. Virginia Septic has two convenient locations at 10805 Main Street, Suite 700, Fairfax, Virginia 22030 and 8331 W Main Street, Marshall, Virginia 20115. Cantrell Excavating was founded and operated for 30 years by Jack Cantrell.

In 2019 Cantrell Excavating was acquired by Mark Smith of Soils, Inc.. The name was changed to Virginia Septic and Soils Inc and Virginia Septic became sister companies. We hold a Master Alternative Installer License, a Master Alternative Operators License, and a Class A Contractors License. We appreciate the opportunity to work with you on your important projects.

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Mark Smith

Owner/President
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Josh Evans

Senior Vice President
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David Ross

Director of Operations
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Omar Jimenez

Field Operations Supervisor
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Marshall Cheatwood

Field Operations Supervisor
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Sarah Titus

Administrative Assistant

Our Core Values

Our Clients Are Our Priority


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Exceptional Service

We go beyond the basics by prioritizing responsive communication, reliable timelines, and quality workmanship that meets or exceeds expectations every time.

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Technical Expertise

With decades of experience and multiple licenses, our team brings deep knowledge to every project, ensuring septic systems are installed and maintained with precision.

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Integrity & Trust

We believe in doing what’s right—even when no one is watching. Our reputation is built on honest recommendations, fair pricing, and long-standing client relationships.

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Why Work With Us?

At Virginia Septic, we do more than install and maintain septic systems — we build strong, reliable teams.

We’ve been serving the Washington D.C. metro area for over 15 years, and we’re proud to offer stable, long-term career opportunities in a growing industry.

When you join our team, you’ll get:

  • Hands-on training
  • Support from experienced professionals
  • Opportunities to grow your skills
  • A friendly, respectful work environment

If you take pride in doing quality work and want to be part of a team that values hard work and respect, Virginia Septic is the right place for you.

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Our Septic Blog Posts

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