Engineering Services

  • Septic systems are our specialty. Makron Engineering PLLC provides complete residential and commercial septic system design services, from initial site evaluations to permitting and final installation in partnership with de Jong Excavation. Every design is developed to meet New York State and local health department regulations, ensuring reliable performance and environmental protection for years to come. We work closely with the Adirondack Park Agency when required and with Code Enforcers from area municipalities.

  • Makron Engineering provides storm water management and drainage solutions tailored for residential properties. Our services include grading plans, drainage design (foundation drains, lawn drains, curtain drains), and erosion control measures that protect homes, driveways, and landscapes from water damage. Using precise site data and state-approved design practices, we develop systems that manage runoff effectively while meeting local and NYSDEC storm water regulations — ensuring your property remains safe, stable, and environmentally sound.

  • We offer high-precision mapping and site development services using Trimble TSC2 and 5600 Total Station technology. Our technical drawings for new residential and commercial construction include grading and contour mapping to establish proper storm water management and drainage solutions. Whether you’re preparing for a new build or refining an existing site, our mapping services provide the accuracy and detail your project demands.

  • Makron Engineering also provides operation and maintenance (O&M) support for key wastewater and septic system components. We service pump stations, advanced treatment systems, timed dosing units, alarms, floats, and control panels, helping ensure your system continues to operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

  • We perform building design for both residential and some small commercial projects — including garages, home additions or simple commercial buildings. Working closely with property owners, we bring your vision to life by creating detailed architectural and structural renderings that meet all NYS Building and Energy Codes.

    Our services include:

    • Home and building design development

    • Site plot planning and grading plans

    • Permitting assistance

    • Cost estimating and contractor coordination

    • Final sealed engineered drawings upon completion

    If you already have unsealed or unstamped plans, please note that Makron Engineering does not offer “plan stamping” for drawings created by a third party. This practice is prohibited under New York State law, as it requires an engineer or architect to take legal responsibility for a design they did not create. State licensing laws are in place to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public, and a brief review cannot ensure a plan’s structural integrity or compliance.

    If you require sealed plans, you can either:

    1. Contact the original plan provider to request sealed versions, or

    2. Work with Makron Engineering to reproduce and re-engineer your plans. We’ll evaluate, revise, and update them to comply with the most recent NYS building codes and provide sealed engineered drawings upon completion.

  • In addition to full septic design and engineering services, Makron Engineering offers a range of on-site diagnostic and support services to help homeowners maintain their systems and address issues quickly. We provide sewer camera inspections to locate blockages or damage within septic and sewer lines, and perform on-site evaluations to identify and resolve common problems such as backups, slow drains, odors, or wet areas in the yard. Our team also prepares engineering letters and reports for legal or regulatory purposes — including property sales and municipal review boards — ensuring homeowners have accurate documentation and expert guidance when it matters most.

If your septic system is not working properly, just give us a call. We can design a solution— and even install it for you!

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Portfolio

  • Site plan for a septic system installation showing property boundaries, proposed septic tank, permeable test holes, adjacent cottages, and various utility connections, with detailed notes and legend.

    AutoCAD Plans

    We utilize the most recent versions of AutoCAD Civil and Architectural to render your site plans and provide you with stamped drawings upon completion.

  • Architectural and structural blueprint of a roof, including detailed measurements, construction notes, and framing specifications.

    Simple Building Design

    We can engineer simple structures such as new homes or home additions, garages, and commercial buildings. We can also engineer foundations.

  • Detailed architectural building plan including isometric view, plan view, section view, and elevation view with measurements and construction notes for a structure, possibly a water feature or small building.

    Foundation Design

    Need a foundation for a modular construction building? We can work with your contractor or architectural plans to design a sound foundation.

  • An architectural illustration of a proposed seasonal cottage viewed from an isometric angle, showing a gray house with multiple windows, a deck with railing, and stairs leading down to the ground.

    Renderings

    Using AutoCAD, we can create renderings to bring your project to life.

  • Large-format printer printing a detailed architectural blueprint or floor plan.

    Large Scale Drawings

    We have a state of the art large format plotter to print large scale drawings needed for code enforcers and contractors.

  • A grassy backyard with an open hole in the ground, a measuring tape, a clipboard with papers, and a pen nearby. In the background, there is a blue house with chairs on the porch and trees surrounding the yard.

    Percolation Tests

    A percolation test, often called a “perc test,” is a key part of designing a septic system. It measures how quickly water drains through the soil, helping engineers determine whether the site can properly absorb wastewater.

  • A drilled trench in soil with yellow lines highlighting the different layers of soil. The trench has straight sides with some loose dirt and small rocks around it.

    Deep Hole Test

    A deep hole test is performed to evaluate the soil and groundwater conditions beneath a property before designing a septic system or new home site.

  • A yellow survey-grade laser scanner mounted on a tripod in an outdoor green area with trees, grass, and a white fence in the background.

    High Precision Mapping

    We use high-precision mapping equipment, a Trimble total station, to collect accurate elevation and boundary data for your property. This information is used to create detailed site plans showing topography, structures, and utilities — essential for proper septic system placement, grading, and drainage design.

  • A person installing a green underground utility or sewer manhole in dirt, surrounded by soil and some greenery.

    Evaluating Problems

    We can conduct a site visit to assess problems and often make simple repairs right on the spot— such as checking and repairing alarms, checking indoor plumbing, installing a riser, adding septic scrub or evaluating the state of the distribution box. If additional work is needed, we can offer a quote to engineer a solution.

  • A worker wearing gray work gloves with orange accents, gray and orange work clothing, is using a handheld cable finder device to locate underground utility lines near a manhole.

    Sewer Camera Service

    We can inspect any septic or drainage pipes with our sewer camera. If you are experiencing slow drains, back ups or wet areas on your lawn, we can send our camera down pipes to locate damage, roots, clogs and more.

  • Underground utility installation site with a large excavated trench, a green plastic septic tank, and a excavator in the background.

    Specialty Solutions

    We’re equipped to handle complex septic system challenges in sensitive areas such as the Adirondack Park and Great Sacandaga Lake region. By incorporating advanced Norweco residential wastewater treatment systems, we provide efficient, environmentally responsible solutions that meet strict regulatory standards and protect local waterways.

  • Surveying equipment set up outdoors on snow-covered ground with trees and a green house in the background.

    Specialty Projects

    We have worked on a wide number of special projects, such as mapping and creating an entire site plan for campgrounds, mobile home parks and other unique businesses, to include septic system needs, driveways and roads, drainage, utilities plans and working with the DOH to meet requirements.