1) Quick discovery call. Share your address, number of bedrooms, water usage, and any symptoms. If available, have past pumping receipts or installation drawings handy.

2) Transparent proposal. You’ll see scope, pricing, and any access work required to expose lids. We’ll also outline optional services such as filter installation or camera checks.

3) On-site inspection. The technician locates components, opens the tank safely, performs functional testing, and documents conditions with photos and notes.

4) Clear report and next steps. You receive a plain-English summary with prioritized recommendations: maintenance now, monitor later, or plan upgrades. For real estate deals, the report is structured to answer common lender and buyer questions.

5) Follow-through you can measure. If repairs or pumping are needed, we help you schedule them in the right order so you avoid re-work and extra trips.

How often should inspections happen in Michigan?

As a rule of thumb, plan a professional inspection every three years, more often for large families, short-term rentals, or homes with garbage disposals and water softeners. If your system sees seasonal bursts—summer parties or holiday crowds—consider a pre-season check. Always pump on schedule, but remember: pumping alone is not an inspection. You still need eyes on baffles, lids, and distribution.

What to do before your appointment

Mark the assumed tank area and keep vehicles off it for several days.

Locate wellheads, buried utilities, and any previous septic sketches.

Trim grass over lids to speed access and photo documentation.

Run water normally; inspectors often prefer typical, real-world usage.

Keep pets secured and ensure site access.

Straight talk on costs and value

Prices vary with access, depth, and site complexity. Two points matter most: First, proper access saves money long term. Installing risers now turns future inspections into easy, low-mess visits. Second, documentation pays for itself. Whether you’re refinancing, selling, or planning upgrades, a documented evaluation supports smarter decisions and stronger property value.

Local stewardship, practical mindset

Macomb County’s neighborhoods—Clinton Township, St. Clair Shores, and Romeo—mix older homes with new construction on varied soils. Responsible septic care protects ponds, creeks, and the Clinton River system we all share. Inspections are the foundation of that care: they protect your family, your property, and your community resources.