Septic System Inspection Checklist Template
Complete thorough septic system inspections for real estate transactions and maintenance with this comprehensive checklist.
Overview
Septic system inspections are critical for real estate transactions and ongoing maintenance. This comprehensive checklist covers tank condition, drain field performance, and system components to identify problems before they become expensive failures.
Key Benefits
Streamlined Operations
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Faster Job Completion
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Improved Compliance
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Better Customer Experience
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Reduced Errors
Structured templates minimize missed steps and ensure all critical information is captured accurately every time.
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Complete Checklist
- Locate and review system permit
- Review as-built drawings if available
- Identify system type and age
- Review pumping and maintenance history
- Calculate system design capacity
- Verify current household usage
- Identify system components location
- Check setback distances
- Review any previous inspection reports
- Document system information
- Locate and expose tank access covers
- Measure scum layer thickness
- Measure sludge layer depth
- Calculate pumping need
- Inspect tank structural condition
- Check for cracks and leaks
- Inspect inlet baffle condition
- Inspect outlet baffle or tee
- Check tank liquid level
- Document tank condition with photos
- Locate distribution box or valve
- Inspect D-box condition and level
- Check for equal flow distribution
- Inspect pump chamber if applicable
- Test pump operation and alarms
- Check pump floats and controls
- Inspect force main condition
- Check dosing siphon if present
- Verify timer settings if applicable
- Document distribution system condition
- Walk and inspect entire drain field area
- Look for wet spots or surfacing effluent
- Check for odors in drain field area
- Inspect vegetation over drain field
- Probe drain field for saturation
- Check drain field inspection ports
- Measure standing effluent if present
- Identify slope and drainage patterns
- Look for signs of vehicle damage
- Document drain field condition
- Inspect aerobic treatment unit
- Check air blower operation
- Test effluent quality if required
- Inspect disinfection system
- Check UV light or chlorinator
- Inspect effluent filter and clean
- Test alarms and indicators
- Review maintenance log
- Check permit compliance
- Document treatment system condition
- Determine overall system condition
- Identify immediate repairs needed
- Recommend maintenance schedule
- Estimate remaining system life
- Note any code violations
- Provide pumping recommendation
- List long-term concerns
- Complete inspection report
- Provide photos and documentation
- Discuss findings with client
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