Get a better look at the septic system before closing the sale.
A septic system can be easy to overlook during a real estate transaction. Most of it is underground, and the sinks and toilets may seem to work normally during a walk-through. But that doesn’t tell you what condition the tank, pipes, and drain field are in. Septic resale inspections give buyers more information before they take ownership of a property.
At Walters Environmental Services, our PSMA-certified technicians inspect residential and commercial septic systems throughout Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. We also have a sewage enforcement officer on staff.
During the appointment, our technician may:
- Review any available pumping and repair records
- Locate the tank and accessible system parts
- Look at the tank, baffles, and visible pipes
- Check the area around the drain field
- Watch for leaks, damage, or wastewater surfacing above the ground
- Test the system to find out whether it is operating properly
The findings from septic resale inspections determine what happens next. The system may be working as expected, or it may need pumping, maintenance, a repair, or more evaluation. We’ll explain what we found without leaving you to sort through unfamiliar septic terms on your own.
You’ll also receive a detailed report that you can refer to as the sale moves ahead. If you have questions about a finding, ask us. We want you to understand the information in the report and what it could mean for the property you’re purchasing.
If you need septic resale inspections in Harrisburg, call our local, family-owned company. We’ll schedule an appointment and provide the information you need to decide what to do next.
At Walters Environmental Services, we offer septic resale inspections in Grantville, York, Lebanon, Lancaster, Hummelstown, Harrisburg, and Hershey, Pennsylvania.