Maine Certified Septic & Sewer Inspectors Association
Standards above and beyond the state Requirements
Further Info Email Info@MaineSepticInspections.com
(207) 431-8079
OUR REQUIRED SEPTIC INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1) A search of the Town municipal records for a copy of the sub-surface waste-water disposal permit (HHE-200 form), certificate of approval, ect. A review of Town records and/or real estate disclosure statement for declaration of number of bedrooms and septic site condition, recorded use of dwelling (i.e. seasonal/year-round)
2) Internal Review/Plumbing Connections
3) Check if there is an internal or External clean out and if the cover is in good condition
4)Verification of laundry system hook-up to sanitary septic system ? Identification of water treatment system, etc., and disposal method for disclosure ? If pump station utilized, proper identification of separate pump electrical circuit and high water alarm
5) Open clean-out and run camera from the house to the tank or from the tank to the house.
6) Locate and inspect the septic tank with observation and if easily accessible the outlet baffle to record and report sludge/scum build-up, integrity of baffle, working liquid capacity, general integrity of tank size, type, existence or lack of risers and covers if required. Only done if the cover is less then 14 inches from the surface
7) Check for an Effluent filter and clean it if possible or offer to replace it.
8) Run camera in line from tank to Distribution Box or Field if no Distribution Box ( If line is crushed we will not go further as this can contaminate the soils)
9) Field inspection and walk over/around property for observation of septic system breakout.
10) Run camera from the distribution Box into the field to check for breaks or solids in field.
11) Dig test holes in field to see if the water is wicking up or properly leaching down and if there is sand and crushed rock
12) Document with Photos the entire Inspection process including usually 4 to 8 pictures in the report.
13) Take measurements of system components in relation to structures, water bodies or well and property or lines to the road
Classification/Conclusion The septic system inspection shall culminate in a basic written report of the conditions observed of the septic system components. Ties to septic tank should be included.
The inspection is completed by an individual who has attended a voluntary certification program established by the Maine Department of Human Services in cooperation with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. The process includes a search of property owner, municipal, and state records and a visit to the property. The inspection report may include additional information beyond the minimum requirements and is the property of the inspector and the client. Copies are not provided to the municipality or the state by the inspector.
2) Internal Review/Plumbing Connections
3) Check if there is an internal or External clean out and if the cover is in good condition
4)Verification of laundry system hook-up to sanitary septic system ? Identification of water treatment system, etc., and disposal method for disclosure ? If pump station utilized, proper identification of separate pump electrical circuit and high water alarm
5) Open clean-out and run camera from the house to the tank or from the tank to the house.
6) Locate and inspect the septic tank with observation and if easily accessible the outlet baffle to record and report sludge/scum build-up, integrity of baffle, working liquid capacity, general integrity of tank size, type, existence or lack of risers and covers if required. Only done if the cover is less then 14 inches from the surface
7) Check for an Effluent filter and clean it if possible or offer to replace it.
8) Run camera in line from tank to Distribution Box or Field if no Distribution Box ( If line is crushed we will not go further as this can contaminate the soils)
9) Field inspection and walk over/around property for observation of septic system breakout.
10) Run camera from the distribution Box into the field to check for breaks or solids in field.
11) Dig test holes in field to see if the water is wicking up or properly leaching down and if there is sand and crushed rock
12) Document with Photos the entire Inspection process including usually 4 to 8 pictures in the report.
13) Take measurements of system components in relation to structures, water bodies or well and property or lines to the road
Classification/Conclusion The septic system inspection shall culminate in a basic written report of the conditions observed of the septic system components. Ties to septic tank should be included.
The inspection is completed by an individual who has attended a voluntary certification program established by the Maine Department of Human Services in cooperation with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. The process includes a search of property owner, municipal, and state records and a visit to the property. The inspection report may include additional information beyond the minimum requirements and is the property of the inspector and the client. Copies are not provided to the municipality or the state by the inspector.
(Note* In Black is what the state requires, In Blue is what We additionally require)
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