Septic System Inspection in Northwest Missouri
Buying or selling a home? Concerned about an existing septic system? Digger Dave provides licensed septic system inspections to help you better understand the condition and operation of the system.
And if the inspection uncovers a problem, you’re already talking to someone who understands septic construction, repair and replacement—not just someone handing you an inspection report.
Know More About the Septic System Before You Make a Decision
A septic system can represent a significant expense, especially when you’re buying a property and don’t know its history. A septic inspection helps provide information about the existing system and its observed condition and operation at the time of inspection.
Digger Dave provides septic inspections for homeowners, buyers, sellers and others who need a better understanding of an existing onsite wastewater system.
If you don’t know what kind of inspection you need, that’s okay. Tell us why you’re having the system inspected and we’ll help determine the appropriate next step.
When Should You Get a Septic Inspection?
- Buying a home with a septic system
- Selling a property
- Concerned about an older septic system
- Unsure of the condition of an existing system
- Experiencing recurring septic problems
- Planning improvements to a property
- Evaluating a system before making a major decision
- Need documentation of observed system condition
Septic Inspections for Home Buyers
If you’re buying a property with a septic system, you may be taking responsibility for equipment and underground components that you know very little about.
An inspection can help you better understand the existing system before closing and identify observed conditions that may deserve additional attention.
That information can be especially valuable when the system is older, the maintenance history is unknown or there are signs that the septic system may not be operating as expected.
A septic system can be expensive to replace. Finding out as much as reasonably possible before purchasing the property makes sense.
Septic Inspections for Home Sellers
A septic inspection can also help sellers understand what may come up when a property with an onsite wastewater system goes under contract.
If an issue is identified, knowing about it can give you an opportunity to understand the problem and possible solutions rather than being surprised later in the transaction.
If repair, pumping, restoration or replacement is needed, Digger Dave can help determine what should happen next.
What Does a Septic Inspection Look For?
The exact inspection process can vary depending on the type of septic system, accessibility, property conditions and the purpose of the inspection.
The goal is to gather useful information about the existing onsite wastewater system, identify observable concerns and document the condition and operation of the system within the scope of the inspection.
- General system configuration
- Accessible septic components
- Signs of damage or deterioration
- Visible wastewater or wet areas
- Apparent operational concerns
- Pump or control concerns when applicable
- Conditions around the treatment and dispersal area
- Other observable septic concerns
An inspection represents conditions observed at the time of inspection. Underground wastewater systems can have components or conditions that are not visible or reasonably accessible during an inspection.
What Happens If the Inspection Finds a Problem?
Finding a problem doesn’t automatically mean the entire septic system needs to be replaced.
Depending on what is found, the appropriate next step could involve pumping, additional troubleshooting, repairing a component, replacing a pump, addressing piping, restoring part of the dispersal system or considering a replacement septic system.
This is where working with Digger Dave can make the process easier. We don’t just inspect septic systems—we work with septic systems every day.
If something needs attention, we can help you understand the practical next step and get the problem moving toward a solution.
Septic Inspection vs. Soil & Site Evaluation
A septic inspection and a soil/site evaluation are different services.
A septic inspection evaluates an existing onsite wastewater system. It is commonly requested when buying or selling property, investigating an existing system or documenting observed system condition.
A soil and site evaluation is used when planning a new or replacement onsite wastewater system. Site and soil information helps determine what type of wastewater system may be appropriate for the property.
If your project requires soil/site evaluation, design, engineering or another specialized professional service, Digger Dave can help get the project headed in the right direction and coordinate the appropriate next step.
One Call If the System Needs More Than an Inspection
An inspection is often just the beginning of the decision-making process. If the system has a problem, Digger Dave can help with the next step.
- Septic pumping
- Septic system repair
- Pump, float and alarm problems
- Drain-field problems
- Drain-field restoration
- Septic system replacement
- New septic installation
- Advanced onsite wastewater systems
Instead of receiving a report and wondering who to call next, you already have a septic contractor involved who can help determine the practical path forward.
Septic Inspections Throughout Northwest Missouri
Digger Dave LLC provides septic inspection services throughout Northwest Missouri and the Kansas City area, including the Kansas City Northland and communities throughout our broader service area.
Have a property under contract or need an inspection somewhere in our area? Send us the property address and tell us what you need the inspection for.
Septic Inspection FAQs
Should I have the septic system inspected before buying a house?
A septic inspection can provide useful information about an existing system before you take ownership of the property. It can be especially useful when the system is older, its history is unknown or you have concerns about its condition.
Is a septic inspection the same as pumping the tank?
No. Pumping removes accumulated wastewater and solids from the septic tank. An inspection is intended to assess and document the existing system within the scope of the inspection. Depending on the situation, both services may be appropriate.
Can you inspect an advanced septic system?
Contact us with information about the property and system. Onsite wastewater systems vary considerably, and knowing the system type helps determine the appropriate inspection approach.
What if the septic inspection fails?
An inspection can identify concerns that need additional attention, but the appropriate solution depends on what was observed. Some problems may be repairable, while others may require restoration or system replacement. Digger Dave can help determine what makes sense next.
Can you give me a repair or replacement estimate after the inspection?
If the inspection identifies a condition that requires repair or replacement, Digger Dave can help evaluate the next steps and determine what information is needed to develop an appropriate solution and estimate.
Need a Septic Inspection?
Buying, selling or concerned about an existing septic system? Send us the property address and tell us what’s going on. Digger Dave can help you get the inspection process started.