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How Much Does a New Septic System Cost in SC?

Why your soil - not just your house - sets the price.

Typical ranges

SystemTypical SC range
Conventional gravity system$5,000 - $12,000
Engineered / pump (LPP) system$10,000 - $25,000+
Drain field replacement only$5,000 - $20,000+

What drives the number

  • Soil and water table. Tight or wet ground may require a mound or advanced treatment system, which costs more than a simple gravity field.
  • System size. The county sizes the system to the number of bedrooms.
  • Site conditions. Access, slope, and how far the field sits from the tank all factor in.

What a complete estimate should include

Soil evaluation, the county/state permit, the tank, the drain field, and installation to South Carolina standards - all in one written number. Be wary of a low headline that leaves out the permit or the field. Ask for the all-in price after a site visit.

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