Advanced Septic Inspections in Clarksville, TN
We offer advanced septic inspections that give you a comprehensive understanding of the current state of your septic system, and includes draining the tank!
Get Our Advanced Septic Inspection Services By A Licensed Septic Installer In Clarksville, TN
At Combat Drain Cleaning and Septic Services, we understand how important it is to know what type of septic system you have and the condition it is in. We’ve developed our advanced septic inspection to help identify any current issues, inform you of options to prevent future problems and confirm the system supports the number of bedrooms being sold. If you’re unsure of your septic tank’s status, we’ve got you covered! Our technicians thoroughly check the function of a septic tank and leach field to ensure proper working order. This includes pumping out the tank and performing a hydro test on the leach field. An official Septic Inspection Report will be sent with photos to the customer with any recommended repairs.
Why You Need A Septic Tank Inspection
A septic tank inspection is essential for homeowners to ensure the system is functioning properly. A septic system should be pumped every 3–5 years. We recommend every system gets inspected between ownership to identify potential problems, prevent expensive repairs, and ensure proper function.
Assess
We check the condition of both the Septic Tank and Leach Field making sure everything is to code and functioning properly.
Alert
We'll notify you of any issues to prevent them from turning into costly emergencies.
Identify
We confirm the type of Septic System you have and if the system supports the number of bedrooms being sold.
Obtain
You will receive a detailed report on the condition of the septic system to back up a home purchasing decision.
Our Septic Inspection Includes:
- Locating the septic tank and digging up lid/lids
- Confirming the type of system you have
- Pumping tank out completely and providing before and after photos
- Checking tank integrity to see if it has any cracks, leaks, or erosion
- Checking for State required inlet and outlet baffles
- Confirming system supports number of bedrooms being sold
- Checking pump chamber and lift pump function (if applicable)
- Confirming the system is away from driveways, vehicular traffic, structures, livestock, deep rooted plants, and other damaging issues
- Taking note of the liquid levels
- Providing permits and repairs for this property
- Performing a Hydro Test on Leach Field
- Providing photos to document our work
- Our report will include any repairs needed, and will provide a price to get it fixed
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Trust A Reliable Septic System Inspector
Experienced and properly trained technicians will thoroughly inspect your entire septic system. We can find common problems like leaks, blockages and root intrusions and identify drain field saturation vs. clogged field lines. We use specialized equipment like sewer inspection cameras and vacuum trucks to evaluate your system. We are well informed on codes and regulations to make sure you stay compliant with state guidelines, and we provide detailed reports with photos outlining the condition of your entire system. Recommendation for repairs and/or maintenance are always provided with a price to fix them.
What Is A Septic System?
A septic system is commonly used in rural areas that are not connected to centralized sewer systems. It is an entire underground wastewater treatment structure that works by using nature and technology to treat household wastewater—from bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry—through a two-stage process: a holding tank called a Septic Tank for solid separation and a Leach Field (also called a Drain Field), for soil-based filtration.
A Septic Tank is a watertight, underground container that holds wastewater to allow solids to settle (sludge) and oil/grease to float (scum). These tanks can be concrete, fiberglass, plastic, or in some cases, home-made. In a “Healthy” system, natural bacteria lives in the tank and helps to break down the organic matter. This means the tank effectively separates solids and liquids so that effluent (liquid waste or sewage water) can be safely dispersed into the soil. A “Dead” system does not have bacteria. Without bacteria to digest waste, the sludge level rises, reducing the tank's capacity and causing premature filling.
Know Your Septic Tank Levels
Normal Level - Liquid level at the bottom of the outlet pipe. This is the ideal operating level for a septic tank. It means the system is effectively separating solids and liquids, and the treated effluent is flowing out to the drain field as intended.
Low Level - Liquid level below the outlet pipe. This could be due to vacancy OR recent pumping OR be a cause for concern. Septic tanks are designed to be watertight. A drop in the liquid level (especially when the house is vacant) could be an indicator of a leak in the tank.
Overfull - Liquid level above the outlet pipe. This is a red flag and suggests a problem. Further investigation will be required in order to determine the cause. Potential causes could be:
- An Off-Grade pipe - not aligned correctly keeping effluent from leaving the tank.
- A clog in the outlet pipe - The pipe leading from the septic tank to the drain field could be blocked, preventing the effluent from flowing freely.
- A failing drain field - The drain field may be saturated or clogged, unable to absorb the treated wastewater.
- A collapsed pipe - A section of the pipe leading to the drain field could have collapsed, hindering the flow.
Do You Know Where Your Leach Field Is?
A Leach Field - or drain field, is a crucial, underground component of a septic system. These winding lines underground filters and disperses liquid waste (effluent) from a septic tank into the surrounding soil. It allows water to slowly percolate and be purified by aerobic bacteria.
A Failed Leach Field - means that the system responsible for filtering wastewater from your septic tank is no longer effectively treating and dispersing the effluent into the ground. This can lead to sewage backing up into your home or pooling on your property, as well as potential groundwater contamination. Several factors can contribute to leach field failure:
- Age – Older leach fields naturally degrade over time, with their ability to filter wastewater diminishing.
- Oversaturation - Excessive water usage from leaky faucets, running toilets, or high-water consumption can overwhelm the system and saturate the soil, preventing proper filtration.
- Clogged pipes - Roots from nearby trees and shrubs can infiltrate the pipes, blocking the flow of wastewater.
- Compaction - Vehicles or heavy structures built over the leach field can compact the soil, hindering drainage and filtration.
- Poor maintenance - Not pumping out the septic tank regularly can lead to solids entering the Leach Lines causing buildup, which can then clog the leach field.
We’re Committed To Providing Exceptional Service
At Combat Drain Cleaning and Septic Services, we strive to provide each and every customer with exceptional service from start to finish. We’ll listen carefully to your concerns and complete the job in a timely, precise manner, as if we were working on our own home.