Indianapolis Sewer Referral?

Question

We've got a property where we have to tie into county Sewer. I've got a few people giving me quote but I'd love to work with someone that you've used before. Any referrals are greatly appreciated!

Ed S. · Answer

Just a few tips on sewer hookups in Marion County:

Ask for referrals. There were a couple bad contractors that were working on the STEP program in Marion County the last couple of years that did very poor work. Multiple people in my neighborhood had issues. One contractor sued two homeowners for complaining about the poor job they did on AngiesList.com

It's very important that they backfill the trench with gravel.

They should also provide a locator line (just a piece of wire) up to your house, and a cleanout port. The locator line helps the utility company mark your sewer line when you have your utilities marked prior to digging in the yard somtime in the future.

Price should include empytying the septic tank (if applicable) and collapse/abandonment of the tank (a legal requirement).

Have them cure any permit defects/violations at no additional cost prior to them receiving final payment.

Do not pay more than 25% up front.

Keep them off your driveway. Keep the gravel off the drive and out of the yard if possible.

I also recommend having them regrade and seed your lawn after the job. Some people in my neightborhood got one contractor to throw that in for free.

Everything above needs to be spelled out in the estimate they give you.

Have them provide you a currently-dated proof of insurance.

Don't pay more than $3,000 for the hookup. If it's a short distance from road to house, easily accessible, no trees, etc., you should be able to get the job done for around $2,000.

Hope this helps. Good luck.

Shawn Holsapple · Answer

The permit will run about $2500.

Then another $2500-$4k to have it installed.

I'll email you a contractor.

Ryan Dossey · Answer

Thank you. I'm meeting with him tomorrow