Tennessee Septic Installer School
How to become a Certified Septic Installer in Tennessee:
-
Tennessee does not require you to take any classes to become a certified septic installer. Our team offers a 3 Day Septic Installer School in North Carolina that serves as an excellent introduction to Septic Installation. We recommend attending an installer school as a way to get started in the industry. You can register on this page for upcoming classes.
-
Study the regulations found here:
Schedule to take an exam with your Local Environmental Field Office
Click Here -
Complete the following application for a Tennessee Septic Installer License through the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation - Division of Water Resources.
Application for Septic System Installer License
A detailed review of the application is conducted, and the applicant is sent a notification letter when the review is complete. The review process is completed within 45 days of the date of application.
-
$200 Conventional Permit
installing, altering, extending or repairing a conventional septic system (conventional and conventional substitute products).$100 Alternative Systems Installer Permit
Additional $100 fee for each type of alternative system you would like to be permitted to install, alter, extend or repair. (LPP, mound, oxidation lagoon, ATS/SSD)
-
Permits expire on December 31 each year and must be renewed. Permits are not transferable. Invoices for permit renewal are sent in the fall prior to expiration.
Renewing your installer permit can be done here: Click Here -
