SEPTIC SYSTEM INSPECTIONS CENTRAL & SOUTH FLORIDA

The septic system should be inspected once a year, including as soon as the house is put on the market for sale. This will enhance the home’s value and avoid any liability issues that might result from a malfunctioning system. It is in the interest of a prospective buyer to ensure that the septic system be inspected before they purchase the home if it has not been done recently.

Septic Inspections are performed by a third party, licensed, and insured septic inspection company.

SYSTEM INSPECTIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL SEPTIC SYSTEMS
PERFORMED BY A THIRD PARTY.

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Evaluate Septic System and Components

Check the Absorption Field

Check Floats, Filters, Lids a& Baffles

Check Pump Tanks, Pumps and Alarms

Examine Inside The Treatment Tank

Verify Tank and Drain Field Material & Size

Septic System

A septic system receives, treats, and disposes of unwanted wastewater and solids from a building’s plumbing system. Solids are partially broken down into sludge within a septic tank and are separated from effluent (water) and scum (fat, oil, and grease). Effluent regularly exits the tank into a drain field where it is naturally filtered by bacteria and reentered into the groundwater. Scum and sludge must be pumped periodically and should never enter the drain field.

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What Is Inspected During a Septic System Evaluation

Our point of sale septic system evaluation includes a detailed visual assessment of the system components and overall functionality at the time of inspection.

Since the septic system is underground and out of sight, it is not uncommon for a homeowner to not have any idea where the septic system is located. This is usually not an issue except for when it comes time to inspect or pump the tank.

Septic Tank & Drain Field Inspection

We evaluate

  • Tank size and capacity
  • Tank material such as concrete, fiberglass, plastic or block
  • Whether the tank is properly sealed
  • Overall operating condition
  • Waste and sludge levels inside the tank
  • Outlet line condition
  • Filter condition and cleaning if accessible
  • Determination of whether pumping is needed

***Water may be run during the evaluation to verify proper flow and function.


Drain Field Inspection

  • Type of drain field such as gravity, raised, bed, trench or dry well
  • Drain field material such as rock or chamber systems
  • Approximate drain field size
  • Evidence of proper drainage and absorption
  • Signs of system failure or saturation at the time of inspection


If the property has a raised drain field, we also check:

  • Lift station pump operation
  • High level alarm functionality


Grey Water Systems

If present and accessible, we inspect grey water systems serving:

  • Washing machines
  • Kitchen sinks
  • We verify whether these systems are connected and functioning.


System Location and Site Conditions

We document:

  • Location of the septic system on the property
  • Number of bedrooms in relation to tank capacity
  • Presence of trees or other conditions that could affect the system
  • Visible issues such as damaged or missing lids


Important Notes

This is a visual evaluation only and does not include a pump out. The inspection determines current functionality at the time of evaluation and does not guarantee future performance or certify compliance with Department of Health standards.