Inspections

What is included on a Mandatory Maintenance Inspection?

• Clean Intake Filter on Air Compressor
• Clean Bio Filter
• Clean Effluent filter (Drip Systems Only)
• Check pH Level in Pump Tank
• Check Chlorine Residual
• Check Sludge level in pump tank
• Inspection of control Box
• Inspect Water Pump and distribution system (spray heads)
• Inspection on alarm systems
• Inspection of timer
• Secure all inspection lids
• Water proof tag on system marked so you know we have been there Door hangers left after each inspection
• All Reports Submitted to Your County for You

What are the major DOs and DON'Ts of maintaining a trouble-free system?

DO

• Conserve water to reduce the amount of wastewater that must be treated and disposed.
• Repair any leaking faucets and toilets.
• Only discharge biodegradable wastes into your system.
• Restrict garbage disposal use.
• Divert down spouts and other surface water away from your drain field.
• Keep your septic tank cover accessible for tank inspections and pumping as well as maintaining ant control.
• Have your septic tank pumped regularly and checked for leaks and cracks.
• Call a professional when you have problems.
• Compost your garbage or put it in the trash.

DON'T

• Flush sanitary napkins, tampons, disposable diapers, condoms, wipes, and such products into your system.
• Dump solvents, oils, paints, thinners, disinfectants, pesticides, or poisons down the drain. They can disrupt the treatment process and contaminate groundwater.
• Dig in your drain field or build anything over it.
• Plant anything over your drain field except grass.
• Drive over your drain field or compact the soil in any way.