Septic System FAQs

  1. Is someone available to answer my questions?
  2. I am looking at a piece of property to buy. What kind of system will I need?
  3. What is the ‘OSS Onsite Septic’ fee on my tax statement?
  4. How do I find out how much a septic system will cost?
  5. How do I find a designer?
  6. Where do I get a permit?
  7. How much does a permit cost?
  8. How long will it take to get a permit?
  9. How do I find an installer?
  10. How long is a permit valid?
  11. Can I use a gray water only system if I have a composting toilet?
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  1. How often do I need my septic tank pumped?
  2. Who should I call to pump my septic tank?
  3. How much does it cost to have my tank pumped?
  4. What can I plant on my drain field?
  5. Where else can I go for information?
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  1. If people are living on a property without an on-site sewage system, what can I do about that?
  2. I see sewage running into the ditch or onto the beach, what can I do about that?
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  1. My septic system is working fine. Why do I have to have it inspected?
  2. How often does a septic system need to be inspected?
  3. Does my tank need to be pumped every time it is inspected?
  4. Do I need to be present at the time of the inspection?
  5. How much does an inspection cost?
  6. Who pays for the monitoring inspection?
  7. How do I prepare for the monitoring inspection?
  8. What will the county do if I don’t have my system inspected?
  9. What septic system upgrades are required by the county?
  10. What happens if the inspection reveals that something is wrong with my septic system?
  11. How does the County know if I do a monitoring inspection or not?
  12. Does the title company record the monitoring inspection?
  13. Can I inspect my own system?
  14. What kinds of septic systems can be inspected by homeowners?
  15. What kinds of septic system cannot be inspected by homeowners?
  16. Are other counties doing the same thing?
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