Septic
This should be done by a qualified sewage company, if the’re any problem is found they will normally bundle the cost into a service. It’s a must if buying a house to get it inspected “I stress to use a company that also pumps” it will save money of not having to pay multiple companies while getting familiar with who should be called when maintenance or issues arise. Sewer and septic are underground systems that lead out of your home, into a septic tank and excess water is leached into a field nearby.
“1995 U.S. Census data report that over 10 percent of all systems back up into homes or have wastewater emerging on the ground surface, and that more than half the systems in the United States were installed more than 30 years ago when onsite rules were nonexistent or poorly enforced.” –1995 U.S. Census
Do some homework before you book an appointment;
- Has The system ever been pumped; 3-5 years
- Any service records; it’s often easier to have these showing maintenance and the prefered company for the area.
- Location of septic lid
- Location of System; underground plot
All septic systems require ongoing maintenance, care, and cleaning. A septic system should be inspected every three to five years. The results of the inspection will determine if the tank needs to be “pumped”. Many times they can also give tips on how to keep and maintain a healthy septic if you’re new to ownership. Depending on location and size the cost of inspection and pumping can run between $300 and $600 respectfully. The cost of maintenance is significantly less than the cost of repair or worse replacement.
Sewage inspections are very important also for the health of your home, a broken or clogged pipe can cause catastrophic damages. I recommend going with a company that dose sewage work their sewage inspection will normally be the same or cheaper than a public inspector and be able to give a full invoice on exactly what needs to be done with generally a discount on services with inspection done with their company.
-Stay safe and be informed, love ABC Home Inspections LLC.