If you have the option of hooking up your home to a municipal septic system, carefully consider the pros and cons. Typically, municipal septic systems require less maintenance. However, if you are currently on a septic system, there will be costs involved in connecting your home. Most municipalities charge a monthly fee to dispose of household waste. On the other hand, septic tanks require periodic evacuation, typically once every three to seven years.
If you’re considering selling your home in the near future, having a municipal sewer hookup will increase its value — though not necessarily more than the cost of having the installation done.
