Septic Tank Inspections
Understanding Septic Tank Inspection Requirements
Regular inspections are key to septic system longevity. We offer insightful septic tank inspections, focusing not only on identifying potential issues but also on ensuring safety and preventing environmental contamination.
What We Inspect
- Solids Levels in the Tank
Our inspector will check the solids levels in the tank. Waste settles at the bottom of your tank while floatables such as grease and food form a scum layer. Once certain levels in the tank are reached, pumping may be required (usually every three to seven years). - Ground for Potential Leaks
Our inspector will check the ground around the tank to ensure there isn’t any raw sewage leaking out of the tank. If the tank is empty at the time of the inspection, the inspector may determine if groundwater is leaking into the septic tank. - Functionality of Pipes, Pumps & Controls
Our inspector will inspect all access openings and lids. The inlet and outlet pipes may be observed making sure they are connected and operational. Any pumps, controls, treatment, or filtration components may be observed and checked for operation - Drainfield for Saturation, Vegetation & Depressions
Our inspector will check the drainfield to make sure that there is no saturation, vegetation, or depressions that indicate issues.
Neglected and without a proper maintenance plan, the system ran without issue for a time, until it did not. As expected, the lift station eventually failed, causing restroom backups, and requiring emergency services.
Lift Station Replacement | Blaine, Washington
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