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
