Septic Inspections are not included in a whole house inspection! If your home or the home you are purchasing, has a septic system instead of public sewer, we always advise our clients to have a septic inspection completed by a reputable company. A septic system could consist of a cesspool, sandmound system, standard septic system or a holding tank. Usually, when an inspection is being completed, the inspector will require the tank(s) to be pumped out. After the tank(s) are empty, the inspector will look at the tank and baffles to ensure that everything is connected properly and working properly. The inspector will also probe the drain field, to verify that the field is draining properly. Any problems with either of these items will be noted on a report, and should be fixed/replaced prior to any transfer of the property. A working system must be in writing and supplied to the mortgage company in order for the buyer to obtain financing. Buyers and Sellers should also check with their townships to see how often the tanks should be pumped and if the township or Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO) needs to complete a separate inspection report in order to transfer the property. Read More

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