Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Board of Health
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Board of Health
You can call the Board of Health at 508-785-0032, ext. 232, or check the Massachusetts DEP - Certified Labs to test water for a licensed water testing company in Massachusetts.
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Board of Health
A percolation (“perc”) test is an evaluation of a site for suitability for the installation of a septic system including a professional evaluation of soils on the property s required by Title 5 and a determination of the rate of absorption of water into that soil. A perc test is required in the process of designing a system compliant with Title 5.
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Board of Health
Yes, in Dover this is considered an automatic failure per our septic regulations
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Board of Health
Yes. A list of engineers is available in the Board of Health Office.
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Board of Health
Yes. A list of installers and haulers is available in the Board of Health Office.
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Board of Health
Septic systems should be pumped at least every 2 years on average. It depends on the number of people living in your home.
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Board of Health
The Board of Health has information in their office at 5 Springdale Avenue (1st floor), or read through this Public Health Sheet on the prevention of tick bites (PDF).
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Board of Health
Please contact Norfolk County Mosquito directly for any inquiries
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Board of Health
You can fill out and submit our online Mass. Public Health Preparedness Region 4AB or stop by the Board of Health