McHenry County Septic System Repair Assistance

McHenry County Health Department

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Provides financial assistance to income-eligible homeowners in McHenry County for repair or replacement of failing septic systems. Loan is forgiven after 5 years of compliance. Helps protect groundwater and public health.

Forgivable loan covers septic repair/replacement costs up to $10,000

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Up to $10,000 forgivable loan for septic repair
  • Income at or below 100% AMI required
  • Must be owner-occupied in McHenry County
  • Loan forgiven after 5 years
  • For failing septic systems posing health risk

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in McHenry, IL can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in McHenry early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

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Deadline: Rolling applications; subject to funding

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