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In New Mexico, septic tanks typically need pumping every 3–5 years, depending on tank size, household usage, and water habits.
New Mexico code requires 750 gal for 0–1 bedroom, 1,000 gal for 2-3 bedrooms, and 1,200–1,500 gal for larger homes.
Yes, a liquid waste permit from the New Mexico Environment Department is required.
Minimum distances: 50 ft from wells, 100 ft from streams/surface water, and 10 ft from property lines.
Yes, if it's your primary residence and you apply for a homeowner certificate and exam. One installation per 12 months allowed.
No. Cesspools are illegal and must be replaced with a permitted septic system.
Your septic system must permitted/registered and pass a certified evaluation/inspection. Any failed systems must be repaired or replaced before closing (transfer of ownership).
Yes. Conventional systems should be inspected with maintenance pumping every 3–5 years and filters cleaned every 6 months- 1 year; advanced systems need annual inspections with maintenance sampling.
No. Gray water reuse requires a separate permit from NMED.
Look for slow drains, gurgling sounds, standing water, foul odors, or overly green grass near the drainfield. It might not be failing, might just need a pump out or filter cleaned.
The lid to your tank needs to be uncovered, which depending on where your tank is and how deep it is, may require some excavating. The lid to your tank will typically be round, made of plastic or concrete, and 24 inches in diameter. Some older tanks have smaller 12 inch concrete plug Like lid. They do come in all shapes and sizes, so if in doubt snap a picture and give us a call. They will be larger then a 4 inch circle which will typically be the cleanout for your sewer line, not the access for your septic. Also we need to be able to get our truck no further then 100 feet from the opening of your tank.
