Septic Inspection in Knoxville, TN

If you’re buying or selling a home on septic, an inspection is the smartest money you’ll spend. A failing drain field or cracked tank can cost tens of thousands to replace. An inspection tells you what you’re dealing with before the deal closes. We also do routine inspections for owners who just want to know their system is healthy, including buyers picking up a Smoky Mountain cabin as a vacation rental.

Buying or selling a home with septic in Tennessee?

Requirements vary by lender and situation. Read our guide on septic inspection requirements for buying or selling a home in Tennessee so there are no surprises at closing.

What’s included

• Locating and opening the tank; measuring sludge and scum levels
• Checking baffles, tees and tank integrity for cracks or corrosion
• Running water to confirm proper flow to the drain field
• Assessing the drain field for saturation or surfacing effluent
• A written report with photos you can share with agents or lenders

How it works

1. Schedule. We coordinate with you, your agent, or the title company on timing.
2. Full inspection. We check the tank, components and drain field, and run a flow test.
3. Report. You get a clear written report with photos and a plain-English summary.
4. Next steps. If issues turn up, we quote the fix so you can negotiate or plan with facts.