When am I required to have my septic system inspected?

The Board of Health may require a Title 5 septic inspection if a system has been pumped out more than four times in a year, has overflowed, shows other signs of possible failure, or for dwelling renovations that will increase the wastewater flow.  In addition, an inspection is required for the sale and transfer of a property with a septic system installation and/or Title 5 report of more than two years old.  A state-certified inspector must conduct inspections and submit their findings to our office within 30 days of completion.  Once accepted by this office, the report is valid for two years.