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Title 5 inspectors on the South Shore, MA (MassDEP-approved)

Sale of a home on septic generally needs a Title 5 inspection. Only a MassDEP-approved System Inspector's official form counts.

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Instant PDF. Checklist for sellers on a closing clock. Not legal advice.

What South Shore sellers need to know

On the South Shore, a sale of a home on septic generally needs a Title 5 inspection by a MassDEP-approved System Inspector (SI). State baseline: inspection within 2 years before transfer (3 years if annual pumping records are in the report); weather delay up to 6 months after with written notice to the buyer; report to the Board of Health within 30 days. Source: Mass.gov. Always confirm local process with your town Board of Health / Public Health office.

Town pages

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Seller Packet ($12)

When inspection is required, family/refi exemptions, official form reminder, Conditional Pass limits (tank/d-box/pipe yes; SAS/cesspool no), BOH filing, questions to ask, pump-record checklist for the 3-year window. Big disclaimer: not legal advice.

Get the Title 5 Seller Packet ($12)

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Not legal advice. Not affiliated with MassDEP, NEIWPCC, or any South Shore Board of Health. Always verify SI status on the current NEIWPCC PDF and confirm with your closing attorney and Board of Health. Sources: Mass.gov Title 5 guides; NEIWPCC SI list dated Sep 10, 2026. Quote requests: nomadicforgellc@gmail.com