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Service · Septic Inspection

Septic inspection with a written report you can actually use.

Whether you are buying a property, selling one, or just want to know the real condition of the system on your land, a septic inspection by a TCEQ-licensed professional gives you facts, not guesses. We document what we find and explain what it means.

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What We Inspect

Know what you are buying, or what you are living with

A standard home inspection does not cover the septic system in any meaningful depth. Inspectors look for obvious signs of failure at the surface, but they do not open the tank, assess the drainfield, or evaluate aerobic unit components. If you want to know the actual condition of a septic system, you need someone who works on them every day.

We perform septic inspections for two main situations. The first is real estate transactions, where a buyer, seller, or agent needs a professional assessment of the system before closing. The second is general system health, where a current property owner wants to know where the system stands, how much life is left in it, and whether any maintenance or repairs are overdue.

Both inspections follow the same process: tank access, physical evaluation of all accessible components, drainfield surface assessment, and a written report that documents what we found, what condition it is in, and what we recommend. If we find something that needs attention, we can give you a repair or replacement scope from the same visit.

What the inspection covers

  • Tank location and access (riser and lid condition)
  • Tank capacity and structural condition
  • Inlet and outlet baffle condition
  • Effluent level and scum and sludge layer assessment
  • Distribution box and line inspection where accessible
  • Drainfield surface condition and signs of saturation or failure
  • Aerobic unit component check (for ATU systems)
  • Written report with condition ratings and recommendations

Inspection for real estate agents and buyers

If you are a realtor regularly handling properties with septic systems, a reliable inspection partner matters. We turn around written reports promptly, communicate clearly, and can scope any needed repairs so your clients know exactly what they are working with before they close.

How It Goes

From scheduling to written report

1

Schedule

Call or submit a request. We confirm the address, system type if known, and schedule the site visit.

2

On-Site Inspection

Tank access, component evaluation, drainfield assessment. We take time to do it thoroughly rather than quickly.

3

Written Report

Documentation of findings with condition ratings and any recommended action. Delivered promptly after the visit.

4

Follow-Up

If repairs or replacements are needed, we can scope and price them immediately, no second visit required for an estimate.

What To Expect

Inspection cost and turnaround

~$200–400
Typical inspection fee range, quoted up front before scheduling, varies by system type and access
Same day
Written report delivered promptly, typically same day as the inspection
Licensed
Inspection performed by a TCEQ-licensed designer-installer, not a generalist home inspector
Inspection FAQ

Common questions

A full septic inspection covers the tank condition and capacity, inlet and outlet baffles, drainfield surface condition and absorption capacity, access riser condition, any aerobic unit components if the system has them, and the overall compliance of the system layout. We document all findings in a written report with condition ratings and recommendations. If we find something that needs repair, we can scope and price it from the same visit.
A standard home inspector is not qualified or equipped to evaluate a septic system beyond a surface look. If the property you are buying has a septic system, a dedicated septic inspection by a licensed professional is strongly advisable. Septic problems are expensive, and they are not visible at a walk-through. A pre-purchase inspection gives you the real condition of the system before you close, and gives you leverage to negotiate if the system needs work.
Inspection fees typically range from a few hundred dollars depending on system type, age, and access conditions. Aerobic systems with multiple components take more time to evaluate than a basic conventional tank-and-drainfield setup. We quote the inspection fee up front before scheduling, so there are no surprises.
We document the findings clearly in the written report. If the issue is repairable, we can scope and price the repair from the same visit. If the system needs replacement or a significant upgrade, we explain what that involves and what it is likely to cost, so you have the information you need to negotiate with the seller or plan the work as a current owner.

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Buying or selling property with a septic system?

Tell us the address and system type if you know it. We’ll schedule the inspection and get you a written report you can use at the closing table.

Schedule an InspectionCall (512) 710-7163