FAQs
Can I connect my sump pump, roof leaders, and/or downspouts to the sanitary sewer line?
This is against U.S.T. Ordinance #234 that prohibits the introduction of storm water into the sanitary sewer system. This ordinance, passed in 1984, carries a maximum fine of $1,000.00 per day and 90 days imprisonment.
What activities in my home use the most water?
| Toilet flushing | 40% |
| Bath & shower | 32% |
| Laundry | 14% |
| Dishwashing | 6% |
| Cooking and Drinking | 5% |
| Bathroom sink | 3% |
Where does the water go after it goes down the drain?
If you are connected to the sewer system, all the drains in your home are connected to a single pipe that leads to the street. The pipe in the street collects wastewater from other homes in town and flow to a large pumping station. Since we do not have a treatment plant, we pump our wastewater to the City of Philadelphia, through Lower Southampton Twp. There the water is treated and cleaned.
Where does the Water Authority get its water from?
The Water Authority gets about 80% of our water from North Penn/North Wales. About 20% comes from three deep municipal wells throughout town.
What is the procedure & cost for Certification?
Certification request including property address, owner & buyer names, date of settlement, fax # to send final bill can be sent to
Fax: 215-364-9410
Mail: PO Box 481, Southampton, PA 18966-0481
Certification Fee $100