Environmental Health Division

Fees
Service Fees

Food, Lodging and Institutional Sanitation
This program provides the permitting and inspections of food, lodging and institutional establishments in Surry County.    More Information

On-Site Water Protection
This program provides a number of services, including the design and inspection of wastewater disposal systems, inspections of existing systems for the purpose of new construction, and investigations of complaints.  More Information

Well Program
Any time that a water well is drilled in Surry County, a permit is needed. This program covers the permitting, inspection, and sampling of newly constructed wells. Water sampling is also available for existing wells.  More Information

Child Care
This program inspects and provides sanitation ratings for daycare facilities and school buildings in Surry County.  More Information

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
This program conducts investigations of homes and facilities associated with elevated blood levels in children.  More Information

Public Swimming Pools
This program provides the permitting and inspections of public swimming pools and spas in Surry County.  More Information

Tattoo and Permanent Make-up
This program provides the permitting and inspections of tattoo establishments and the tattoo artists in Surry County.  More Information

Complaints, Questions, and Concerns
If you would like to register a complaint or if you have any questions at all, please call us at (336) 401-8325. The best time to reach an inspector is in the mornings between 8:15-9:00 am; but you can always leave a message. We take all complaints seriously - even anonymous complaints - and we will investigate each complaint appropriately.