Septic Installation for New Construction in Northeast Georgia
Building a new home on land without city sewer? You will need a septic system that fits your lot, your soil and your home. Septic Plus installs septic systems for new homes across Jackson County and Northeast Georgia.
We are a family owned company based on S Elm St in Commerce. Our family has more than 50 years of septic experience, and we have run Septic Plus since 2015. We are licensed and insured. We work with homeowners, builders and developers. Call 770-472-7587 to talk about your project.
How a New System Gets Built
Site visit. We look at the lot, where the house will sit and where the system can go.
Soil and design. The soil decides how big the drain field has to be. Red clay soaks up water slowly, so the design has to fit it.
Permit. New systems need a permit from the county health department. We help you through the steps.
Install. We dig, set the tank, lay the drain field lines and connect everything.
Final inspection. The county checks the work before it is covered up.
Why the Soil Matters
Much of Jackson County sits on red clay. Clay holds water and drains slowly. A drain field built for sandy soil would not work here. The right size, the right depth and the right layout make the difference between a system that lasts for many years and one that fails early.
We have dug in this clay for years. We know how it acts after a big rain and how it holds up in a dry summer. That know-how goes into every new system we put in.
What a New System Includes
A standard system has a few main parts. The pipe from the house carries everything to the tank. The tank holds the waste so the solids sink and the grease floats. The cleaner liquid flows out to the drain field. There, it moves through gravel and soil, and the soil cleans it before it reaches the ground water.
Some systems also have a pump, an alarm or a filter. We will explain each part of your system so you know what you have and how it works.
Planning Your Lot
The septic system needs space. The drain field has to stay a safe distance from wells, creeks, property lines and the house. It also needs a backup area in case it ever has to be replaced. Driveways, pools, sheds and patios should not go on top of the field. Planning this early keeps you from having to move things later.
If you are buying land to build on, it is smart to know if the soil will work for septic before you close. We can help you understand what the lot will need.
For Builders
We know your schedule matters. We work to fit the septic work into your build so the rest of the crew can keep moving. One local company handles the install, and we are here after the house sells too. Your buyers get a company they can call for septic pumping and repairs for years to come.
Working With Your Timeline
Septic work happens early in a build, so it can hold up the next steps if it is not planned. Weather matters too. Wet clay is hard to work in, and a long rain can push back a dig. We keep in touch so you know when we can start and when the county inspection is set.
For Homeowners Building a Home
Building a house has a lot of moving parts. We keep the septic part simple. We explain each step in plain words and tell you what to expect. When the system is in, we show you where the tank is and how to take care of it. Our new homeowner septic guide has more tips.
Types of Systems We Install
Most homes use a standard tank and drain field. Some lots need a different design because of the soil, the slope or the size. Learn more on our types of septic systems page. We will help you find the system that fits your land.
Where We Install
We install new systems in Commerce, Jefferson, Maysville, Nicholson, Homer, Hoschton, Braselton, Talmo and the towns around them. See our septic system installation page and all of our service areas.
Caring for a Brand New System
Pump the tank every three to five years
Keep cars and heavy equipment off the drain field
Plant grass over the field, not trees or shrubs
Do not flush wipes, grease or harsh chemicals
Fix leaky toilets and faucets so the system is not flooded
New Construction Septic Questions
Do I need a permit for a new septic system? Yes. New systems in Georgia need a permit through the county health department. We help with the steps.
Can I build before the septic plan is done? It is best to plan the septic system early. Where the system goes can change where the house, driveway and well can go.
Do you work with builders on more than one home? Yes. We work with builders on single homes and on more than one lot.
What happens after the system is installed? The county inspects it before it is covered. Then the system is ready to use. We are here when it needs pumping or service.
Septic and Wells on the Same Lot
Many new homes out here use a private well too. The well and the septic system have to be kept apart, and the county has rules for how far. Planning both at the same time helps you fit them on the lot the right way.
Talk to Us About Your Build
Planning a new home? Call Septic Plus at 770-472-7587 or use our contact page. Our family will help you get it right from the start.