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Kensington systems & permits

Kensington has no municipal sewer of any kind — the town's own Natural Resources Inventory states that all wastewater produced in Kensington is treated by septic systems. Because of that, the town takes an unusually direct role in septic work: Kensington appoints a Septic System Inspector / Test Pit Witness who inspects the plans and installation of every septic system in town, witnesses all test pits and percolation tests, and must approve the system before it is covered over. New Hampshire operates under RSA 485-A and NHDES rules rather than Massachusetts Title 5, and within Kensington's Aquifer Protection District the design bar is higher still.

Sources: kensingtonnh.gov · data.census.gov

Spencer Home Services plumbing services - water leak pipe repair
Excavating to reach a damaged underground line.

Kensington zoning provides that 'No septage, waste or sludge disposal system shall be located in wetland soil as defined by the Town of Kensington Wetland Ordinance. No structure of any kind shall be placed on wetland soil as defined by the Town of Kensington wetland ordinance' (Zoning Ordinance Section 3.2, amended 3-06-26), and septage, waste or sludge disposal is a prohibited use within the Wetland and Hydric Soils Conservation District (Section 6.1.5 B). The ordinance sets wetland separation as structure setbacks — no structure within 100 feet of Hydric A soils or within 50 feet of Hydric B soils (Section 6.1.6 C and D) — and requires that no component of a septic system be located less than 35 feet from a property line, easement or right of way, with no filling of wetlands allowed to provide the minimum distance of septic to wetlands. The town's 2014 Natural Resources Inventory notes that septic systems 'have a finite useful life until replacement is needed; unfortunately replacement is seldom done until the system fails.'

Kensington sets residential lot size by soil type per Table #1 of its Subdivision Regulations, with soil types determined by a qualified Soil Scientist using published soil data plus on-site inspection as necessary. The town's master plan notes that glacial till with dense impermeable layers is poorly suited to septic placement, particularly where the till layer is within two feet of the ground surface, and that marine clays and silts produce a water table at or near the ground surface.

20.4% of housing in Kensington was built before 1940 (150 of 735 units, ACS 2019-2023 5-year).

Why Kensington Chooses Spencer

Straightforward drain & sewer work from a local team — clear pricing, licensed technicians, and appointments that actually happen when we say they will.

Licensed & Insured in New Hampshire

Every drain & sewer technician we send to Kensington is fully licensed, insured and background-checked.

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You approve the price before any work begins. No hidden fees, no surprise charges, no overtime rates.

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Same-day appointments across Kensington and the surrounding North Shore communities.

Family-Owned and Local

A local family business, not a national call centre. The person who answers is the person who dispatches.

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Justin Repp
8 days ago
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I needed a sewer line replaced on my property in Lowell. The issue was a complicated one but Will came out to assess the problem and gave me a fair price (much cheaper than another company!). Then the team of Oscar, Bryan, Paul, Julio, Cesar, and others came out and banged out the job in one (long) day. They crushed it. Highly recommend.
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Patrick Proctor
14 days ago
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We found a 75 year old sewer pipe starting to leak and crack at the joints. Spencer Home Services was extremely helpful in giving an estimate and getting it repaired quickly by a skilled plumber!
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Courtney Landry
33 days ago
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Thanks so much to Jesse & the entire Spencer team! From my first interaction, I was kept up to date and given the best advice on how to move forward with a water leak. The service was professional, efficient, and a pleasure. I am a repeat customer and would gladly recommend Spencer Home Services to anyone. Thank you!
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Mason Gohl
36 days ago
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Jesse was great. He showed up and got the job done. SPH was very communicative which meant no worries! Very happy.
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Ryan Penney
53 days ago
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I Called Spencer yesterday with a sewer issue at my Clients home. They came out, assessed the job. Laid out all the options to the client. Had a price back in less than an hour. Client accepted the price, signed the contract, and the job was completed Today by 3:00. Professionals from the beginning and all the way through until the end.
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Weihai Chen
70 days ago
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I had an excellent experience with Spencer Home Services replacing my main water line — nearly 200 feet long! The crew worked efficiently and managed to finish everything within a single day, which was very impressive. The pricing was great, and the team went above and beyond with the cleanup and grading afterward — the yard looked neat and well-restored when they were done. Special thanks to Bryan Paul, Julio, Brian, Oscar, and Cesar for their professionalism, hard work, and attention to detail. I highly recommend Spencer Home Services for anyone looking for reliable and high-quality service! --------------- 7/16/26 Great company, actually stands by their warranty! Spencer Home Services put in a new main sewer line for me last August. Over the winter, the street patch settled a bit and started turning into a pothole. I called them up to see if they’d fix it under their warranty, and they were awesome about it. First, they sent someone out two weeks ago to run a camera down the whole pipe. They wanted to make sure the shifting dirt didn't cause any sagging or bellies underground, and they did the inspection with absolutely no pushback or extra fees. Once we confirmed the pipe was in perfect shape, they scheduled a crew to come back today to fix the road. They cut a clean square and put down a really solid, hot asphalt patch that's completely level with the street. It's rare to find a company that actually stands by their work and coordinates everything without a fight. Highly recommend them!
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Steven Murphy
84 days ago
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I had two projects done at my property. One was reline my sewer line and install a line for a basement half bathroom. The other was replacing my hot water storage tank. The worker quality was excellent, the only problem I had was finding the offices to pay off the work
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karen mancuso
93 days ago
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I had 2 mini split systems installed in my townhome on the second and third floors. The work was done carefully and with good attention to details both outside and inside by Charles Barragan and John Sacharczyk. They provided thorough instruction with demonstrations on how to operate the systems with a remote regarding all modes, options etc . I am extremely pleased with the service from Spencer Home Service from estimate to completion. Charles and John provided high quality work and were in a pleasure to work with.
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antonio trujillo
118 days ago
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Rapidez, profesionalismo, puntualidad y conocimiento del trabajo a realizar. Thanks Steve Cunha.
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Sarah Wessel Whitaker
194 days ago
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We had our old cast iron/ceramic sewer pipe lined, and are very happy with the result! Oscar and Cesar were knowledgeable and friendly and were happy to show us what was going on as they were working on things. The quoting and scheduling process were straightforward too and everyone at Spencer home services was very responsive.
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211 days ago
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I couldn’t be more grateful for the team from Spencer who came out after Monday’s blizzard to complete our CIPP sewer line repair. Oscar, Cesar, Chuck, and Bryan (who plowed out the driveway) were outstanding from start to finish! They addressed a sewer line with multiple root intrusions that had been causing blockages, as well as a cavity in the old cast iron pipe that was allowing runoff to leak back through the foundation and into the house. The team thoroughly prepped the line by clearing the roots and descaling the pipe. Once done, they shot the new pipe in and cured it so that we have a single continuous sewer line pipe to the city main. They also removed the aging cast iron wye connection and replaced it with a new PVC fitting. Throughout the entire process, they were incredibly kind, patient, and professional. I asked a lot of questions, and they were happy to walk me through everything - from the materials being used, to how measurements are taken, how the resin is applied, and how the curing process works. I truly appreciated the education and transparency. I now have a much better understanding of my home’s sewer system and the work that was done. They were also very respectful of our home, keeping the work areas clean and carefully protecting our light-colored carpet with drop cloths. After the work was done, they cleaned up everything and it was almost like they weren't here at all. They treated our home like it was their own. Also, thank you as well to Rich, who came out on Saturday to assess the situation and scope the line, and to Angel and the front office staff who answered my questions over the weekend on timing for the job and if a plow would be possible. Every person I spoke with was friendly, responsive, and understanding. An exceptional team and an excellent experience all around - highly recommend!
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Matt Grant
247 days ago
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My water main broke New Year’s Eve night called Spencer and the guys were out in no time. Excellent experience from Bryan , Paul ,Ceaser , and Julio guy’s absolutely killed it. Looks like nothing even happened had water back up by the ball drop appreciate you guys fantastic work!!

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Drain & Sewer FAQs in Kensington

Trenchless sewer repair uses advanced technology to fix or replace damaged sewer lines without digging up your yard, driveway, or landscaping. Spencer Home Services offers two primary methods: CIPP lining (inserting a resin-coated liner that cures inside your existing pipe) and pipe bursting (breaking the old pipe while pulling a new one through). Both methods require only 1-2 small access points instead of a full trench. Most repairs are completed in a single day.

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