System Management: The Key to Successful Septic Repair

Providing a plan for the homeowner to monitor the system should be a priority after a repair or remediation.

Jun 02, 2016 | by Sara Heger |

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Kylegrantham Onsite 11 Web — Every system should have a management plan provided for the property owner that explains their system and the critical maintenance activities for them to perform, and those they will need a service provider to do.

When a septic system is being repaired or remediated, it is wise for the septic professional to thoroughly understand why the last system broke, fix the situation and stress to the property owner the management needed to keep the system working properly. The local permitting authority will make the determination of whether or not a construction permit and/or operating permit is needed for system repair or remediation. It is recommended that the system owner provide a service contract or maintenance agreement to the local permitting authority, and that the permitting authority issue an operating permit to ensure the system is

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