Well and Septic, or Public Water and Sewer?
Why It Matters So Early
A well and a septic field both take up room on the land, and the field goes where the soil suits it. We look at the lot before your designer draws anything.
We work alongside your architect or designer. They lead the design. We keep you informed at every step and build it with care.
Water And Sewer On Your Lot
Which Kind Of Lot Is Mine?
It comes down to the street, not just the town. Some lots in Independence Township and Washington Township are on public water and sewer, and others are on a well and septic system. We confirm what serves yours.
Who Approves A Well And Septic System
That approval comes from the county health department, which looks at the soil and the layout. We arrange the soil testing, file the application and have the approval in hand ahead of the building permit.
The Order Can Change
A well and septic system bring some early steps forward. We plan the order with you so nothing waits on them.
Near Water
On a lake lot without public sewer, the place for the septic field can decide where the home goes. We work that out first, and our guide to building near a lake or wetland covers more.
Replacing An Older Home
Where an older house had its own well or septic tank, we have them properly closed as part of the teardown and arrange any new sewer connection with the town. Our guide to teardown and rebuild covers the rest.
General information, not legal advice. Each town, county and state office decides what applies to a property.
Questions About Wells, Septic And Sewer
How do I find out whether a lot has public sewer?
Send us the address. We check with the town and tell you what serves the lot.
Does a septic system limit the size of the home?
It shapes where the home sits and how much of the lot is left to build on. We have the land looked at early, so your designer knows the room there is to work with.
Who approves a well and septic system?
That is the county health department’s decision. We arrange the soil testing and file the application with them.
Is a lot without public sewer a bad choice?
Not at all. Many good lots rely on a well and a septic system. It means a few more early steps, and we plan those with you.
Can I connect to public sewer later?
That depends on where the town’s lines run. We ask the town about your address and tell you what we hear.
General information, not legal advice.
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