Septic inspections are essential for understanding the condition of your system and ensuring it isn’t causing problems for your home or the environment. The unfortunate thing about septic systems is that your municipality isn’t going to arrange for inspections that maintain system integrity and protect public health—you need to schedule your septic inspections yourself. What that also means is you need to know when to schedule them.
Here are some situations where septic inspections are necessary:
- When buying a home with a septic system – If you are considering purchasing a home and it happens to be one with a septic system, remember to schedule a septic inspection. It can give you the information needed to determine whether repairs are needed, and if problems are found, then you can negotiate with the seller. It also brings you peace of mind.
- Every one to three years – Septic systems need to be inspected professionally on a regular basis. The EPA states that routine septic inspections should take place every one to three years. This is more of a guideline, though. Once we become familiar with your septic system, we can recommend an inspection schedule.
- If your septic system is having problems – If you have noticed slow drains, gurgling sounds, wet spots in the yard, or foul odors, it would be wise to schedule a septic inspection and find out what’s causing the problem.
When you need septic inspections in Wilmington, North Carolina, or the surrounding area, you can rely on us at Sewer & Drain Medic. Contact us today to schedule your inspection.