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Be Septic Smart

Septic Education
Resources

Learn about septics, how they work, and best practices with this free class designed by the National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association. 

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH INSPECTIONS

WE WILL

  • Document your tank location, manholes and inspection ports

  • Establish condition of manholes and risers to access the tank

  • Establish tank material and size

  • Determine sludge levels, scum thickness and liquid level in the tank (this determines whether or not a pump is required)

  • Look for signs of tank leakage, such as low water levels in the tank

  • Look for signs of backup, such as staining in the tank above the outlet pipe

  • Determine the integrity of the tank, inlet, and outlet baffles

  • Inspect the drain field for signs of system failure like standing water

  • Check to make sure systems with pump or siphon are working

  • Ensure the system complies with local regulations regarding function and location.

     

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