A clean septic system is essential for a healthy home, property, and wallet. By calling the professionals at Southern Septic, you can prevent unwanted messes and costly damage. For many years, our team, based in West Palm Beach, FL, has been installing and maintaining septic tanks for clients throughout the region. In addition to our installation and maintenance services, we also provide thorough inspections.
Regular inspections are the best way to ensure that your septic system is functioning properly. Whether you want to check the condition of a property you own or need a certification letter for buying or selling a home, our experts are here to help. Contact us today to schedule an inspection.
Don't trust an inexperienced company with the safety of your home or business. Our seasoned technicians carefully assess all property features and topography that may affect your septic system, including surface drainage patterns, pavement locations, and plantings near the drain field.
During an inspection, our technician will open the septic tank lid to determine the tank's size, construction material, and overall integrity. We'll check the appearance of the wastewater to ensure it is at the proper level. Water levels that are too high, too low, or show signs of fluctuation may indicate a problem. We'll also look for any foreign objects that could impair the system and inspect the baffles and filters to ensure that they are in the correct position and not damaged or clogged.
A properly functioning system will separate wastewater into three distinct layers: the scum layer on top, the clearer liquid middle layer that flows into the drain field, and the sludge layer at the bottom consisting of heavier solids. Our technician will measure the depth of the scum and sludge layers. If these layers are too thick, it could mean solids are entering the drain field, which is a serious issue. For a thorough inspection, the tank will need to be pumped at the time of the inspection.
By the end of our comprehensive inspection, you’ll receive a detailed assessment of your system's current condition along with valuable information to help you evaluate its future performance.
Avoid disposing of these products in your septic tank to keep it running optimally: