09/25/2026
In Metro Atlanta's suburban and outer-ring neighborhoods, assuming a home is on public sewer without checking county records can lead to expensive surprises. If the home uses septic, verify the permitted bedroom capacity with the county environmental health department and order a separate septic inspection. If it is on public sewer but built before 1990, pay $200 to $300 for a sewer-scope camera inspection to verify main-line condition out to the street tap. DM 'UTILITY' for a wastewater due-diligence guide.