Selling a home requires a lot of preparation, including scheduling various inspections. For example, having a professional septic system inspection can give you a clear idea of your home’s value and help you maximize your profits. Consider the following benefits of a septic inspection while you’re putting your pre-sale plan together.

A Seller’s Guide to Septic Inspection

1. Accurate Valuation

Over- or undervaluing your home can lead to poor returns or your property sitting on the market longer than you want. You need to have all core systems inspected to determine the best sale price—including a septic system inspection.

A septic professional will assess the health and value of your system, including the quality of the plumbing and the tank. You can then incorporate this value into the home price to get the best return.

2. Negotiating Power

Most buyers are going to offer you less than what you list your home at. When it comes time to negotiate, use the positive results of your septic system inspection to support your asking price.

A system inspection ensures buyers won’t have to pump the system any time soon. It also ensures your system free of defect, so the new owners won’t experience an overflow or have to replace the tank. Make sure you have documents with the inspection results to share with the prospective buyer.

3. Peace of Mind

You should have your septic tank inspected and pumped every 3-5 years. While it may not seem likely, a tank overflow while you’re trying to sell can be devastating. It’s a significant turnoff to buyers, and you’ll have to take your home off the market while you handle water damage repairs and waste removal. Worse, you may need to purchase a new tank altogether.

4. Identifying Related Issues

Many aspects of your home are tied to your septic system. Inspection results could report that plumbing elsewhere in the home is damaged. Professionals may find that compacted drain field soil is interfering with water treatment or that tree roots are encroaching on the tank. Uncovering these related issues allows you to address any other repairs that will reinforce your sale price.

 

If you’re ready to schedule a septic system inspection, contact Septic Pumping Service. This family-owned and -operated company serves clients throughout Indian Trail, NC, and the surrounding areas 365 days a year. They’re backed by more than 20 years of experience and provide 24/7 assistance for septic repairs, pumping, and tank cleaning. Visit their website to learn more about their company or call (704) 226-6904 to speak with a representative.