Septic Inspection in Columbia, TN
Tank, baffles, filter and field assessed, before a purchase or before any repair quote.
An inspection opens the tank, checks sludge and scum levels, examines the inlet and outlet baffles and the effluent filter, and assesses whether the field is still accepting water. On a real inspection the tank is normally pumped so the components can be seen.
For a property purchase this is one of the cheapest pieces of information available, because a standard home inspection does not cover the septic system and a replacement is a five-figure surprise.
Typical cost: $300 - $700, more if the tank has to be pumped to inspect it
When septic inspection is the right call
- Before buying any property on septic
- Before accepting a repair or replacement quote
- Every three to five years alongside pumping
Other services
Common questions
Is a septic inspection included in a home inspection?
No. Standard home inspections exclude the septic system. It is a separate inspection by someone who works on septic.
What does a failed inspection mean for a sale?
It usually means a negotiation rather than a dead deal, but the cost of what it uncovers can be substantial. Better to know before closing than after.
Get a quote on your septic system
Call and tell us what is going on with your septic system and where the property is. You will get a straight answer on what it actually needs, from a licensed contractor working Maury County.
Call (931) 921-1897