Alabama Onsite Wastewater Basic Installer Surety Bonds

The Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board, has the responsibility of regulating, licensing, educating and testing of service providers in the industry. The board has oversight of septic system and portable toilet manufacturing, servicing, and installation through the licensing of those that provide onsite wastewater services.

The State of Alabama Administrative Code 420-3-1-.01 thru 420-3-1-.109 defines the regulations process onsite sewage treatment and disposal. The Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board Administrative Code Chapter 628-X-3 provides licensing details. Businesses and individuals that provide waste water services will need to maintain a current license. A basic installer may provide services for the servicing, replacing of lids, installation and repairing or maintenance of a onsite wastewater systems (conventional) and shallow placement of onsite wastewater systems with design flow of less than 1200 gallons per day.

Surety Bond and License Requirements:

1. Take the required training course.
2. Pass the written (or oral) exam.
3. Complete the license application and payment of the application fee.
4. Complete the US Citizenship/Legal Presence Document
5. A $15,000 surety bond is required for licensure. The surety bond will need to be signed and the original submitted to the board.
6. License and bond must be renewed by December 31.

How Much Will This Bond Cost?

The premium that you pay for an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Basic Installer Surety Bond is dependent on credit. Rates start at $100 with good credit.

Did You Know?

Any person who provides onsite wastewater services in Alabama must be licensed.

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