As a leader in the waste management industry in Central Florida, Orlando Septic Services perform a lot of inspections, drain field installations, and septic tank pump outs. We are often asked, Do I really need to have my septic system inspected? And, What is typically involved in a septic system inspection?
In General, An inspection Will Involve The Following, According To The EPA:
Review of the system permit, design, and installation records (including system age)
Review of the septic tank pumping and system maintenance records
Opening and inspecting all tanks (septic tank, pump tank, distribution box)
Evaluating the septic tank sludge and scum levels and determining the need to pump
Assessing the condition of the septic tank effluent filter (if installed)
Looking for signs of leakage, such as low water levels in the tank
Looking for signs of backup, such as staining in the tank above the outlet pipe
Evaluating the integrity of the tank, inlet and outlet pipes and looking for signs of corrosion
Verifying all electrical connections, pumps, controls, and wiring are intact
Possibly using a camera to look at solid pipes and leach lines for blockages or collapsed piping
Evaluating the drainfield for signs of system failure, such as standing water (surfacing) or unequal drainage
Possibly excavating parts of the drainfield to look for signs of ponding in the system or groundwater impacting the drainfield
Examining the distribution box for structural integrity and to make sure drain lines are receiving equal flow
Reviewing other available records on water use and required inspections, monitoring, and reporting to ensure system compliance with local regulations regarding function and permit conditions.
Here at Orlando Septic Services, we are a full resource for all your septic and waste management needs. We are a small family owned business committed to providing the very best quality and customer service. Thanks to our decades of experience we can handle the most difficult septic situations without a problem.
