| 1. |
Upon
arrival to the site - obtaining information
from present owner regarding maintenance,
frequency of pumping, any major problems or
repairs, and any other relevant information.
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| 2. |
Identifying
all plumbing lines and sewer lines exiting
the dwelling (black and/or gray systems).
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| 3. |
Locating
and uncovering the main lid(s) of the septic
tank or tanks and evaluating their condition.
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| 4.
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Evaluating
the inlet and outlet baffle conditions.
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| 5.
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Measuring
tank liquid level and approximate tank volume.
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| 6.
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Locating
and probing the absorption area. Observing
absorption area condition and levels.
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| 7.
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Running
cold water from inside the house, not to exceed
the daily design volume.
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| 8. |
Monitoring
tank liquid level and confirming wastewater
flow to the absorption area (during test).
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| 9. |
Monitoring
levels in the absorption area (during test).
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| 10. |
Identifying
any areas of sewage breakout, lush vegetation
and odors around absorption area.
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| 11. |
Mapping
the location of system components identified
during the inspection.
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| 12. |
Covering
and seeding exposed components of system.
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| 13. |
Within
72 hours, issuing a final summary report to
the buyer, realtor and attorney (based on
the inspector’s field notes).
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