General Septic System Evaluations
Not every inspection is tied to a home sale. Many property owners schedule septic inspections as part of routine maintenance or simply for peace of mind, especially if the system hasn’t been evaluated in several years.
We begin with a brief consultation to understand the specifics of your property and usage. This includes:
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- Number of bedrooms and typical occupancy
- Age of the septic system
- Previous maintenance and pumping history
- Any recent issues or warning signs
Understanding these details allows us to tailor the inspection to your system rather than performing a one-size-fits-all evaluation. Systems with higher usage, older components, or past performance concerns may require closer attention to certain areas.
Our goal is to identify small issues early, before they develop into more serious and costly problems.
Locating Your Septic Tank & Components
On older properties, septic tank and drain field locations can become unclear due to landscaping changes, additions, or previous ownership. It’s not uncommon for a system to be functioning properly while the exact location of the tank or distribution box is unknown.
If your septic components cannot be easily found, we can assist with professional locating services. When necessary, light excavation may be required to safely expose access points.
Locating services may include:
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- Identifying and exposing septic tank lids
- Locating the distribution box
- Determining approximate drain field layout
- Light excavation when access points are buried
If digging is required, installing septic risers is often recommended to simplify future access and prevent repeated disruption to your yard.
What We Inspect
During a standard septic inspection, we evaluate the key components of your system to determine overall condition and performance. Our goal is to identify potential concerns before they turn into costly repairs.
We inspect:
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- Tank structure for cracks, deterioration, or visible damage
- Inlet and outlet baffles for proper function and blockage
- Effluent filter condition and buildup
- Scum and sludge levels inside the tank
- Signs of improper wastewater flow
- Surface conditions above the drain field, including pooling or odor
We may ask you to run water or flush toilets so we can observe how wastewater enters the tank and confirm proper flow. This helps us assess whether the system is operating as it should and whether any components require attention.
Septic Pump & Alarm Inspection
If your system uses a dose pump or pressurized system, those components play a critical role in moving wastewater to the drain field in controlled intervals. During the inspection, we evaluate the pump chamber and associated controls to ensure everything is operating properly.
We inspect:
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- Pump functionality and response
- Float switches or timer controls
- Alarm operation and warning indicators
- Electrical connections and visible wiring components
Proper pump operation is essential to protecting the drain field and preventing backups. A malfunctioning float, failed timer, or electrical issue can allow water levels to rise quickly, triggering alarms and potentially causing system failure. Early detection helps avoid more serious and costly repairs.
Optional Video Inspection
If your system is experiencing slow drainage, recurring backups, or unexplained performance issues, we can perform a video inspection of the inlet, outlet, and connecting sewer lines. This allows us to see inside the piping without unnecessary excavation and identify problems that are not visible during a standard inspection.
A video inspection helps us check for:
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- Blockages from wipes, grease, or debris
- Tree root intrusion
- Collapsed, cracked, or damaged lines
- Restricted flow or buildup inside the pipe
This process provides a clear picture of what is happening inside the system and helps determine whether cleaning, repair, or replacement is needed. Video recordings can be provided upon request for documentation or real estate purposes.
Serving Central Indiana
We provide septic inspections in:
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- Boone County
- Hendricks County
- Johnson County
- Marion County
- Morgan County
- Putnam County
Schedule a Septic Inspection
If you need a septic inspection for a home sale or routine evaluation, call (317) 539-7304 or submit a request online. We’ll respond promptly and schedule your inspection at a convenient time.