Contact our knowledgeable team to complete a septic inspection before investing in a property.
Many properties throughout the Chesapeake, Virginia region feature private septic systems instead of relying on municipal systems. To keep these systems operating smoothly, homeowners should schedule routine inspections to thoroughly check for leaks, corrosion, broken parts, and other potential issues. However, many people neglect to have their systems assessed until a noticeable problem arises.
Here at Towne & Country Property Inspections, we have worked with countless property owners over the years, providing comprehensive inspection services throughout our community. Our experienced and licensed inspectors are thoroughly equipped to provide the reliable and accurate reports you need, whether you’re a current homeowner or a prospective buyer. As a locally owned and operated business, we strive to go above and beyond to ensure our clients’ ultimate peace of mind, giving them all the information they need to make a confident decision about the property.
In more competitive real estate markets, some buyers choose to waive certain contingencies to make their offer more appealing to sellers. This sometimes includes waiving home or septic inspection contingencies, which means that the buyer can’t walk away from the deal due to issues found during these inspections. In other words, if a septic inspection reveals that the entire system is outdated and noncompliant with the latest codes and regulations, the buyer would have to pay to have the entire system replaced once they purchase the home. Since waiving inspection contingency clauses can lead to major expenses and extensive repairs down the road, our team strongly encourages buyers to avoid waiving these clauses. This way, if a septic inspection reveals severe damage that would be costly and time-consuming to fix, the buyer can simply move on and look for another property instead.
In addition to scheduling a septic inspection before investing in a property, it’s also a great idea to get routine inspections to keep everything in good working condition. Having a professional conduct regular inspections is far easier and cost-effective than dealing with issues like clogged pipes, sewage backups, or malfunctioning drain fields. You can rely on our knowledgeable and detail-oriented professionals to assess every part of your system to extend its lifespan, prevent malfunctions or breakdowns, and offer recommendations for repairing or replacing parts as needed.
If you’d like to know what to expect from a typical septic inspection, here’s how most service appointments go:
- Learn the system’s history. Our inspector will ask you when the system was last serviced or inspected, how old the system is, how many people are in your household, and other key questions that can impact your system.
- Conduct a visual assessment. The inspector will assess the condition of the drain field and check for any standing water or other problems.
- Check for leaks. We will thoroughly examine the system to ensure there aren’t any cracks, leaks, or misaligned components.
- Inspect the tank. This includes removing the cover of the tank and measuring the amount of sludge present in the tank.
- Document findings. We will carefully compile all our findings into a thorough report, along with our professional recommendations on any repairs that need to be addressed.
To schedule a septic inspection with our team, please reach out to us today.
At Towne & Country Property Inspections, we perform septic inspections in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Hampton, Newport News, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Virginia Beach, Virginia, as well as Elizabeth City and Currituck County, North Carolina.
