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JC Pillion Contracting delivers a complete range of site, septic, and construction services for residential and commercial properties across New Jersey. Every service is backed by decades of local experience, proper licensing, and a commitment to work that meets — and exceeds — code.
Septic System Installation
A properly installed septic system starts with the right site assessment. We evaluate soil conditions, existing drainage, lot layout, and county requirements before a single permit is pulled. Then we design a system built for your specific property — not a one-size-fits-all solution. We handle everything from initial site evaluation and permit coordination to full excavation, system installation, and final county inspection sign-off. When we leave your property, the system is certified and you have the documentation to prove it.
- Residential and light commercial
- Conventional and alternative system designs
- Full permit coordination with county health departments
- Final inspection and certification
Septic System Replacement
When an aging or failed septic system can no longer be repaired, replacement is the only responsible option. A system that is consistently backing up, causing wet spots in the yard, or failing perc tests is a health hazard and a liability — especially for properties involved in real estate transactions. We assess the full scope of failure, decommission the old system according to NJ regulations, and install a modern replacement designed to perform reliably for decades. We move quickly when timelines are tight.
- Full assessment and failure diagnosis
- Proper decommissioning of the old system
- New system design and installation
- Pre-sale replacement with closing deadline coordination
Storm Drain and Drywell Installation
Poor surface drainage causes erosion, foundation damage, flooding, and neighbor disputes. We design and install storm drain and drywell systems that redirect water runoff away from structures and into compliant, properly-sized absorption points. Whether it is a residential drainage problem or a site-wide stormwater management requirement on a new build, we bring the engineering knowledge and equipment to solve it correctly.
- Surface and subsurface drainage solutions
- Drywell sizing and installation
- Storm drain pipe installation and outlet design
- Grading to direct runoff away from structures
Excavation and Grading
Every project starts in the ground. Accurate excavation and precise land grading are what make everything else work — from proper drainage to stable foundations to a septic system that functions as designed. Our operators have the experience and the equipment to handle excavation work on tight residential lots and large open sites alike. We cut clean, grade accurately, and leave a finished site that is ready for the next phase of work.
- Residential and commercial site excavation
- Land clearing and grubbing
- Cut and fill grading
- Finish grading for drainage and construction readiness
Foundation Excavation
Foundation work demands precision. An incorrectly excavated foundation creates problems that are expensive, sometimes impossible, to correct after the fact. We take foundation excavation seriously — working to engineered specs, communicating with your project team, and delivering the cut your structural team needs.
- New residential and commercial foundation cuts
- Basement and crawl space excavation
- Cut coordination with structural engineers and builders
- Backfill and compaction after foundation completion
Construction
Alongside our core septic and excavation services, JC Pillion Contracting takes on construction work that fits our expertise — site development, earthwork-related structures, retaining walls, and related groundwork for residential and commercial clients. We are not a general contractor for full building construction, but if your project involves serious ground work and you need a team that understands site conditions from the ground up, we are the right call.
- Site development and preparation
- Retaining structures and earthwork
- Construction-phase excavation support
- Coordination with general contractors and developers
Septic Services
Septic Services in Sussex County, NJ
Sussex County’s soil conditions, seasonal water table shifts, and county permit requirements make septic work here more complex than in many parts of the state. JC Pillion Contracting has been navigating these exact challenges for decades.
We know which system designs work in Sussex County’s clay-heavy soils. We know the local health inspectors and how they want paperwork submitted. We know how to design drainage that handles spring thaw runoff without saturating your leach field.
That local knowledge — built over 55+ years of work right here in this county — is what separates a contractor who can do the job from one who can do it right.
