Septic System Inspections

If you're buying or selling a home with a septic system, make sure a septic inspection is part of the plan. A failed or malfunctioning septic system is a big expense, a health risk to people and animals, and a potential source of environmental pollution.

Quick overview

About 1 in 5 homes in the U.S. depend on septic systems to treat wastewater from toilets, laundry, sinks and showers in areas not served by a public sewer. Septic professionals recommend inspecting the system at least every 3 years and pumping the tank every 3–5 years. Many homeowners wait until something is wrong, when a major repair can cost hundreds to thousands of dollars more than catching it early.

Common signs of septic failure

• Foul odors around the tank or drain field
• Slow-draining sinks, showers and tubs
• Standing water near the tank or drain field
• Green, spongy, lush grass over the tank
• Algal blooms in nearby water
• Gurgling sounds in the plumbing
• High nitrate or coliform bacteria levels

Why choose us

• Experienced, certified septic inspection professionals
• Digital cameras designed for septic inspections to visually examine system components
• Digital locating equipment to find buried systems without excavation
• An unbiased, comprehensive, easy-to-understand report, available within the business day following the inspection

A septic tank should last about 25 years, but its lifespan is significantly shortened without proper maintenance. Whether you're buying or selling, a septic inspection is a smart move.