How Do You Hire A Septic Contractor?

Installing a septic system is an expensive but essential project when building a new home in an area not served by public sewers. Here's how to find a contractor to get the job done. Step 1 Make sure you have a septic design approved by the local board of health. The design will specify the exact location, shape, size and materials of the septic. Step 2 Make sure the site of the septic is accessible. The contractor will need to get excavation equipment and large trucks into the site. Step 3 Contact several septic contractors. Ask friends and relatives or check the yellow pages for contractor leads. Note that most excavation contractors install septic systems, but you'll want someone with considerable experience. Step 4 Have the contractors inspect the site. Step 5 Give each contractor a complete copy of the design. Step 6 Have the contractors give you price quotes for the entire project (labor, equipment and material). Step 7 Ask each contractor for references, including one or more ...  more