Madison County · Pop. 215,006
Huntsville is Alabama's fastest-growing city and one of the fastest-growing in the entire Southeast, fueled by the presence of Redstone Arsenal, NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, and a booming defense and aerospace technology sector. The city's population has surged past 215,000 with tens of thousands more in surrounding Madison County communities like Madison, Harvest, Meridianville, and New Hope. This rapid growth is pushing residential development into the karst limestone terrain of the Highland Rim south of the Tennessee River, where the interaction between clay soils and fractured limestone creates unique and serious challenges for on-site wastewater disposal. Madison County has seen a dramatic increase in septic permit applications, and the combination of fast growth, karst geology, and limited public sewer extension into new subdivisions makes septic system knowledge essential for homebuyers throughout the region.
A-1 Sanitation holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Huntsville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4504 — Pumper — is held by Kasey Becker and is listed as active.
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Around The Clock Plumbing holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Huntsville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4659 — Pumper — is held by Arthur Arseneau and is listed as active.
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Don Thomas Construction INC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Huntsville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4757 — Installer — is held by Michael Watson and is listed as active.
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Gibbs Services holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Huntsville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4754 — Installer — is held by Brandon Gibbs and is listed as active.
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Rooter Man And Elite Sanitation holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Huntsville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2145 — Pumper — is held by Shaun Gonzales and is listed as active.
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Wolf Creek Federal Services, INC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Huntsville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4062 — Pumper — is held by Jeffrey Moore and is listed as active.
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Amy J. Construction, LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Owens Cross Roads, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 3082 — Installer — is held by Gerald Jones and is listed as active.
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Anderson Plumbing Of North Alabana holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Madison, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4920 — Pumper — is held by Joseph Anderson Jr. and is listed as active.
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Bowers Plumbing holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Toney, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4534 — Installer — is held by Brennan Bell and is listed as active.
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Bowers Plumbing Company, INC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Toney, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 1986 — Pumper — is held by John Bowers, Sr and is listed as active.
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Bt Plumbing INC. holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Brownsboro, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 1844 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by William Thomas and is listed as active.
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Burgess Backhoe, LLC. holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in New Hope, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 1667 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Danny Burgess and is listed as active.
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Burrough Backhoe, INC. holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Fayetteville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4479 — Pumper — is held by James Burrough and is listed as active.
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Toney, AL 35773
Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer 467
Carter Backhoe & Concrete Products holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Toney, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 467 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Johnny Carter and is listed as active.
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Charles Terrell, Jr holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Fayetteville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2175 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Charles Terrell, Jr and is listed as active.
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Cobb's Backhoe holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in New Hope, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 314 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Jonathan Cobb and is listed as active.
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D & D Backhoe Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in New Hope, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 928 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Jim Duncan and is listed as active.
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Dean And Son Plumbing Co INC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Brownsboro, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4017 — Installer — is held by John Capuzzo and is listed as active.
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Brownsboro, AL 35741
Adv Installer (Lv 2), Adv Installer (Lv 1), and Installer 190
Dean And Son Plumbing Company, INC. holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Brownsboro, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 190 — Adv Installer (Lv 2), Adv Installer (Lv 1), and Installer — is held by Dennis Dean and is listed as active.
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Dylan Ames Trucking And Excavating holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Harvest, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4276 — Pumper — is held by Dylan Ames and is listed as active.
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Elk River Excavation LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Kelso, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4864 — Installer — is held by Steven Dempsey and is listed as active.
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Harvest Monrovia Water & Sewer Authority holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Prospect, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4703 — Installer — is held by Justin Watson and is listed as active.
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Harvest, AL 35749
Adv Installer (Lv 2), Adv Installer (Lv 1), and Installer 2137
Harvest-Monrovia Water, Sewer And Fire Protection Authority holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Harvest, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2137 — Adv Installer (Lv 2), Adv Installer (Lv 1), and Installer — is held by Michael Oliver and is listed as active.
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Heard Backhoe Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Toney, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 1203 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Timothy Heard and is listed as active.
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Heard's Backhoe And Dump Truck Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Toney, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4889 — Installer — is held by Tyler Heard and is listed as active.
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Ikard Septic Tank Installation holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Harvest, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 037 — Pumper — is held by Tony Ikard and is listed as active.
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J. Henry Plumbing holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Toney, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2894 — Installer — is held by Joshua Henry and is listed as active.
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J.R. Outdoor Solutions holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Prospect, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4953 — Installer — is held by Jacob Rubelsky and is listed as active.
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Keith's Tank Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Fayetteville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4979 — Pumper — is held by Joshua Houk and is listed as active.
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Manley Backhoe Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Hazel Green, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 507 — Installer — is held by Larry Manley and is listed as active.
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Marberry Construction holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Taft, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4781 — Installer — is held by Brandon Marberry and is listed as active.
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Mullins Construction holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Fayettville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4012 — Installer — is held by Jerry Mullins and is listed as active.
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Mullins Excavating holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Hazel Green, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2957 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Gregory Mullins and is listed as active.
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Old Habits Excavation holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Toney, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4408 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Darren Marberry and is listed as active.
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Pearsall Landscaping LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Brownsboro, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4544 — Installer — is held by Warren Pearsall and is listed as active.
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Pharm D. Construction, INC. holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Gurley, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2908 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Caine Hillis and is listed as active.
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Pms Enterprises Dba Roto-Rooter holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in New Market, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4256 — Pumper — is held by Paul Smith and is listed as active.
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Poole Backhoe holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Hazel Green, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 127 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Steve Poole and is listed as active.
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Power House Plumbing Pros LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Fayetteville, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4962 — Installer — is held by Robert Powers and is listed as active.
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Pruitt's Plumbing, LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in New Market, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 2028 — Installer — is held by Wesley Pruitt and is listed as active.
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Sep-Tek LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Scottsboro, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4776 — Pumper — is held by Michael Bias, Jr. and is listed as active.
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Septic Pros LLC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Madison, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4854 — Pumper — is held by John Godinez and is listed as active.
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Simmons Landscaping holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Hazel Green, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4676 — Installer — is held by William Simmons and is listed as active.
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Sisk Contracting, INC holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Hazelgreen, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 1043 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Daniel Sisk and is listed as active.
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Stephens Backhoe Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Ardmore, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 1139 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Mike Stephens and is listed as active.
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Ardmore, AL 38449
Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer 4484
Stephens Excavation Madison Co holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Ardmore, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4484 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Wesley Stephens and is listed as active.
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Tipton Services holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Harvest, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4603 — Installer — is held by Roy Tipton and is listed as active.
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Gurley, AL 35748
Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer 656
Tornado King And Nayman's Backhoe Service holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in Gurley, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 656 — Adv Installer (Lv 1) And Installer — is held by Sid Nayman and is listed as active.
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Warden Excavating holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in New Hope, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4846 — Installer — is held by Bradley Warden and is listed as active.
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William Paseur holds an Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board license in New Hope, Alabama (Madison County). Alabama licenses onsite wastewater installers and pumpers through the AOWB under Ala. Code § 34-21A — the Department of Public Health issues system permits but does not license contractors. License 4827 — Installer — is held by William Paseur and is listed as active.
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$500 – $8,000
| Service | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Septic Tank Pumping | $250 - $400 |
| Septic System Installation | $4,800 - $14,000 |
Madison County soils reflect the Tennessee Valley's karst limestone geology — the Decatur and Conasauga soil series dominate, featuring deep red clay loam over weathered limestone with abundant chert fragments. Percolation in the red clay-heavy Decatur series is slow (0.05 to 0.15 inches per hour), while areas over fractured limestone can have rapid preferential flow through solution channels, bypassing biological treatment entirely.
The dominant soil challenge in the Huntsville area is the dual nature of karst limestone terrain — dense red clay Decatur soils sit above fractured limestone that can conduct untreated effluent directly to groundwater through solution channels and conduits. Standard percolation testing often fails to detect these preferential flow paths because the test is conducted in the clay zone above the limestone. Homes built on karst must be evaluated for sinkhole proximity and bedrock depth. The Tennessee Valley Authority has documented several groundwater contamination events in Madison County linked to failing septic systems over karst. Soil scientists conducting evaluations in this area must probe to limestone and assess fracture density to determine if conventional drain fields are appropriate or if alternative treatment is required.
Madison County Environmental Services enforces ADPH Rule 420-3-1 with additional local provisions for karst terrain. Huntsville's rapid growth has prompted the county to implement stricter review processes for new subdivisions, requiring hydrogeological assessments on plats with significant karst features such as sinkholes, sinking streams, or exposed limestone outcrops. The city of Huntsville has been aggressively extending its public sewer system, but many new developments in the county's unincorporated areas — particularly south of the city in the limestone highlands — will remain on septic for decades. Properties near Flint River, Beaverdam Creek, and other tributary streams face riparian setback requirements. Madison County requires all aerobic treatment unit owners to maintain annual service contracts.
Madison County Environmental Services issues all individual sewage disposal permits under ADPH authority. Site evaluations must be performed by a Registered Soil Classifier. Permits cost approximately $175-$300 for a standard residential system. Huntsville's explosive growth — the fastest in Alabama — has strained Environmental Services capacity, and permit processing times can run 4-8 weeks. Properties over karst limestone require special karst assessment reports before permits are issued. Aerobic treatment units require annual maintenance contracts with a licensed service provider.
Septic contractors in the surrounding region