Septic System Failure
Title 5 is the code of regulations that was developed for the design and construction of on-site sewerage disposal systems. The following are the basic steps to follow if you have a failed septic system.
To start, you will need to contract an engineer for the soil testing and septic system design.
Percolation testing can be done year round. There is a fee for this permit; applications are available online and in the Board of Health office. Once the percolation testing is complete, the engineer will design the septic system and submit the proposed plan to the Board of Health for review. Once the plan has been approved, you will choose a licensed installer to install the septic system. You will need to obtain a septic permit from the Board of Health. During the installation the installer will contact the Board of Health for inspections. Once complete, the engineer will provide as-built plans for the system showing the exact locations and elevations of the system components. The as-built plan is accompanied by a Certificate of Compliance that will be signed by the engineer, installer, and Board of Health.