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About the Course
Discovery of a poorly maintained well or septic system after closing on a property can be disastrous for your client. Learn to recognize the "red flags" that indicate problems. This workshop is your best opportunity to get the facts about wells and septic systems and raise your confidence level when advising clients about homes that are not on city water and/or sewer.
What Participants Say
If you are a real estate professional, you need to
attend this program.
Yvonne Kolomechuk
Real Estate Broker, Waynesville, NC
This was one of the most beneficial
seminars/workshops I have attended. Excellent presenters.
William L. Mintz
Mintz Realty, Inc., Charlotte, NC
What You Will Take Home
You will learn about groundwater movement, water contaminants, and
related health effects.
You will have a basic understanding of well inspection/permitting
agencies, the regulations that apply to wells, and some treatment options
for problem wells.
You will learn how a septic system works and why soil and groundwater
characteristics are so important.
You will have a basic understanding of septic system regulations, the
most common types of septic systems in North Carolina, and how they are
matched to specific soil characteristics.
You will be able to use a quick reference checklist to ask all the most
important questions about wells and septic systems on any given
property.
You will take home a listing of local resources for more information and
a number of easy-to-read publications from the North Carolina Cooperative
Extension Service.
Understanding Water and Wells 
Basic concepts of drinking water contamination
How groundwater moves underneath the Earth's surface
Types of wells used in North Carolina
Proper construction method of wells, including inspections and
regulations that are important for the homeowner
Testing community and private wells
Treatment options for wells that do not pass inspection
Understanding Septic Systems 
Basic concepts of septic systems
How septic systems are sited on a lot
County responsibilities and regulations
Four major types of septic systems used in North Carolina
How types of soil affect the suitability of septic systems on different
lots
How to recognize and identify septic system problems
The causes of system malfunctions: improper maintenance and improper use
Important Questions that Real Estate Professionals Should Ask
All of our instructors have been approved by the NC Real Estate Commission. These include:
Fee: $45.00 ($25.00 per person if class of at least 10 people is arranged by an office)
The registration fee includes course materials and break service. The full registration fee or an organization purchase order number must accompany the registration form in order to reserve a place in the course. Cancellations will be refunded if written notification (fax or e-mail acceptable) is received three days prior to the date of the workshop. Notifications made less than three days prior to the date of the workshop will not be refunded.
Contact Joni Tanner or Diana Rashash to register or to obtain an up-to-date list of upcoming classes.
Class Time and Continuing Education Credit
The NC Real Estate Commission has approved the workshop for 4 hours of renewal credit. The course is also good for appraisor credit.
On-site Wastewater Treatment Demo Site
Environmental Education Information Index
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