A septic inspection is a necessary procedure to determine if the septic system is working correctly. Most septic inspections are done in a non-invasive manner, which means that the inspector does not need to dig up the septic tank and system parts in order to determine that it is working properly. Here are a few steps in the septic inspection process.
- The first step is to examine the liquid level inside of the septic system access areas.
- After an initial review of the liquid level, the water is turned on in the home and left to run for a specified period of time in order to have the liquid fill up.
- Check the access pipes as well as the absorption area surrounding the septic system.
- When inside of the home, the septic system, toilets will be flushed, water will be ran, and identify drain lines to determine how the drainage system is set up.
- Take note of potential defects and alerts you of anything that appears to be concerning in nature.
- A report will be provided to the buyer who can help determine whether or not the septic system is in faulty working order—and to what extent.
- Based upon the information gathered, the buyers (future potential homeowners) must decide if going ahead with the purchase is a wise idea or if the potentially faulty septic system is too much to handle.