Are you buying a house and need an inspector to examine the existing septic system? Remember, septic inspections are the same. The planning and installation of a new septic system is an expensive investment, so the inspection is not something you want to skimp on. Make sure to keep the following questions top-of-mind before hiring a septic inspector. These tips will help ensure you choose the right company for the job.

• Is the inspector certified by the National Association of Wastewater Transporters (NAWT)?
• Does the inspector hold a valid Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) license to install the type of system they are inspecting?
• Is the inspector knowledgeable about the type of system they are inspecting?
• Is the inspector knowledgeable about local real estate inspection requirements for each county and entity?
• What are the inspection procedures?
• Does the inspector have different procedures for different types of systems?
• How does the inspector locate the tank?
• Does the inspector look inside the tank or pump the tank during the inspection?
• Does the inspector obtain the records on the system prior to the inspection and provide the records with the report?
• Will the inspection report be acceptable by your mortgage company?
• How long has the inspector been in business?
• What experience does the inspector have with the type of system?
• If repairs are recommended, is the inspector knowledgeable about repair requirements in each local area?
• Can the inspector provide an estimate if repairs are recommended?