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Before you call to schedule your perc test,
for things you'll need to know.
Septic Inspections
If you are buying a home that has a septic system, or you own a home with a septic system and want to know how it’s working, we can help! We know septic systems inside and out.
Not sure where to start? Give us a call and we'll walk you through everything you need to know before your inspection.
What to Know Before Your Inspection
AOS specializes in septic systems, not indoor plumbing. It is our preference if a toilet needs pulled that it be removed and re-installed by a plumber. In the event that no one is available to pull a toilet, we can pull the toilet (for an additional fee) as long as a disclaimer is filled out. AOS assumes no liability for the seals or any leaks with the toilet after it is re-installed.
How your system should look:
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clean pipes with no buildup on sidewalls and/or ceilings
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dry line with no standing water
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good slope without bellies, draining properly
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clean, unobstructed view into septic tank
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No debris backing into the line from septic tank
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access risers into septic tank
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visual of baffle and baffle material
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air gap between crust layer and top of septic tank
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access risers into septic tank
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3 distinct layers in septic tank (if accessible)
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dry drainfield with no ponding or irregular vegetation growth
Indications that a system has problems:
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signs of flooding around basement floor drains, baseboards, or in lower parts on the home
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standing water in the line before reaching the septic tank
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debris or living bio-film on top portions of the pipe
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tank backing up into line
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inability to see the inlet baffle
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water level above the outlet pipe of the septic tank
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ponding or wet spots in area of drainfield
Where is your Sewer Clean-out located?
In order to start an inspection, we'll need to know where to find a sewer clean-out. Most houses will have one located outside somewhere — they are often buried. It will will look something like the example shown here.