Septic service in Bexar County, TX
Pumping, repair, inspection, installation and aerobic maintenance quotes from licensed Bexar County septic companies.
- 835septic systems permitted in 2024
- 445used surface (spray) irrigation
- 109used drip irrigation
- 2permitting authorities
Bexar County authorities permitted 835 septic systems in 2024. 445 used surface (spray) irrigation and 109 used drip irrigation, the disposal methods typically paired with aerobic or advanced treatment (TCEQ OARS). TCEQ Region 13 (San Antonio).
The Texas rule in one line: aerobic systems come with a 2-year installer service policy. Under contract, a TCEQ-licensed maintenance provider inspects at least every 4 months and reports to your permitting authority and to you (TCEQ).
Who permits septic systems in Bexar County
| Permitting authority (TCEQ authorized agent) | AR # |
|---|---|
| Bexar County – On-Site Sewage Facilities | 620015 |
| City of Shavano Park / City of Elmendorf (inside those cities) | 620128 / 620261 |
Verified against TCEQ's 2024 OARS authorized-agent report. Confirm your exact address with the TCEQ authorized agent lookup.
What your provider has to do
- Visit, inspect and test at least every 4 months (every 6 with qualifying electronic monitoring)
- Send the report to the permitting authority above and to you within 14 days
- Tag the system and mark it on each visit
Details: septic maintenance contract guide · costs · doing it yourself
Cities in Bexar County
- Septic service in San Antonio
- Septic service in Helotes
- Septic service in Elmendorf
- St. Hedwig: served by the Bexar County – On-Site Sewage Facilities rules above
Guides
- Aerobic septic system: how it works and Texas rules
- Septic maintenance contract rules in Texas
- Aerobic septic system cost in Central Texas
- Aerobic septic alarm going off? What to check
- Aerobic septic tablets: what to use and never use
- Aerobic septic system maintenance: DIY or contract?
- Septic pumping near me: Central Texas costs and timing
- Aerobic septic repair near me: common fixes and permits
- Aerobic septic inspection for home buyers and sellers
- Septic system installation in Central Texas
Bexar County septic FAQ
Who issues septic permits in Bexar County?
Bexar County – On-Site Sewage Facilities (TCEQ AR 620015); City of Shavano Park / City of Elmendorf (inside those cities) (TCEQ AR 620128 / 620261). Use TCEQ's authorized agent lookup to confirm which one covers your address.
How many septic systems were permitted in Bexar County in 2024?
835, of which 445 used spray irrigation and 109 used drip irrigation (TCEQ OARS 2024).
Can I maintain my own aerobic system in Bexar County?
Bexar County has more than 40,000 residents, so a self-maintaining single-family owner found in violation must fix it or sign a contract within 10 days (Health & Safety Code §366.0515(g)). Check the local order for extra requirements.
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