About Herr Septic & Sewer

Who We Are

Every company has a story.

Ours started over 100 years ago.

When Jacob Herr became one of Wisconsin’s first licensed Master Plumbers in 1913, he laid the foundation for a company built on expertise, integrity and service.

Today, Herr Septic continues that tradition. Southeastern Wisconsin relies on Todd Stair and his expert team for comprehensive septic, mound, sewer and water services.

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Meet Todd Stair

When it comes to septic and mound systems, few people bring the experience of Todd Stair.

Over the past 37 years, Stair has worked on thousands of systems throughout Southeastern Wisconsin while helping shape industry standards, train professionals and advance the profession statewide.

His experience extends beyond the jobsite to code development, industry leadership and education.

Career Highlights

  • Author of The Book on Septics & Mounds
  • Three-time President of WOWRA
  • Former Chair of Wisconsin’s POWTS Code Advisory Council
  • Statewide instructor for septic system evaluation training
  • 2024 WOWRA Service Award recipient
  • Featured expert on television, radio and industry publications
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Investing in Our People

Herr Septic invests in its people through training, certifications and continuing education because better-trained employees provide better service.

Certifications & Credentials

Our team maintains extensive industry certifications and professional credentials, including:

State Licenses & Certifications

State Certified Soil Tester

Master Plumber Restricted Service

DNR Certified Master Septage Operator

DNR Licensed Well Pump Installer

Commercial Driver Licensing (CDL)

Licensed POWTS Inspector

Certified POWTS Evaluator

Engineering System Designer

Safety & Professional Training

OSHA Training

Trench Safety Training

Confined Space Certification

Heavy Equipment Training

Our Timeline

1913

Jacob Herr becomes one of Wisconsin’s first licensed Master Plumbers.

1974

Richard Herr installs his first mound system and begins building a company known throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.

2025

After 37 years with the company, Todd and Peggy Stair assume ownership and continues the Herr tradition of expertise, service and innovation.