Dahl Septic Services · Septic Inspections
Septic Inspections for Home Buyers, Sellers and Realtors in Union, Stanly and Mecklenburg Counties
Buying or selling a house on septic? Dahl Septic Services inspects septic systems for home sales across Union, Stanly and Mecklenburg counties.
- Licensed & insured, NC license #9407I
- Owner & team: over a decade in septic
- Inspection reports usually same or next day
Book online | Request a quote | Call or text (704) 218-9070
Buying or selling a home? See our real estate septic inspections.
Septic Inspections
We’re licensed for septic inspections in North Carolina (NC license #9407I) and insured, and our owner has over a decade of septic experience. You’ll typically have your written report the same day or the next day.
NC rules
Who needs a licensed septic system inspector in NC?
In North Carolina, when a septic inspection is requested by a lender, realtor, buyer or another party as a condition of a sale, refinance or title transfer, the person doing it must be certified by the state. State rules also set out what that inspection has to cover. Dahl Septic Services is licensed for these inspections, license #9407I.
Home buyers
Buying a home with a septic system
A septic system is buried, so a walk-through and a standard home inspection won’t tell you much about it. A septic inspection during your due diligence period shows you what you’re buying before you’re committed. If something is wrong, you can find out what it would take to fix and decide what to do while you still have options.
Book as early in due diligence as you can. That leaves time to pump the tank, schedule a repair quote or ask the seller questions before your deadline.
Home sellers
Selling a home with septic
A pre-listing inspection gives you time to deal with problems on your own schedule instead of under a buyer’s deadline. If the system checks out, you have a recent report to share. If it doesn’t, you can get a repair quote before you list.
Realtors
For realtors
We work with agents on both sides of the sale. When you book, send us:
- The property address and how we’ll get access (lockbox, owner, tenant)
- The number of bedrooms as listed
- Your client’s due diligence or closing date
- Any county permit records you have for the system
We’ll confirm the time with you and send the written report when it’s done, typically the same day or the next day.
What we check
What our septic tank inspection covers
North Carolina’s rules spell out what an inspection for a home sale must check. Depending on the system, that includes:
- The paperwork: the number of bedrooms advertised compared with the system’s designed size from county health department records, the water supply type, and whether the system requires a certified operator
- The septic tank: its location and distances from the house, well, water line and property line; depth to the lids; risers; lid and baffle condition; the outlet tee and filter; water level; roots; signs of leaks or connections that shouldn’t be there, like downspouts or sump pumps; and the percentage of sludge and scum
- The pump tank, if there is one: location, lids, the control panel, whether the alarms work, and whether the pump turns on and sends effluent to the next component
- The drain field: its type, the number and length of lines, signs of past or current surfacing, traffic over the field, and confirmation that effluent is reaching it
- Anything that got in the way of checking these items
To find the tank and lines, we probe and sonde-locate. We also do camera inspections when a closer look inside the lines is needed.
Pumping
Should the tank be pumped during the inspection?
We recommend it. North Carolina’s inspection rules note that a complete inspection needs the tank pumped. If a client declines pumping, the inspection form has to say so. For a home sale, pumping is a separate add-on. It isn’t required, but it gives the most complete picture of the tank. Learn more about septic tank pumping.
Engineered systems
Pump-tank, LPP and drip systems
Many homes in our area have more than a tank and a gravity drain field. We inspect and pump systems with pump tanks, low-pressure pipe (LPP) systems and drip systems.
Your report
What happens after the inspection
You’ll get a written report, typically the same day or the next day. We’ll explain what we found in plain language. If something needs work, we can quote septic repairs or a new or replacement system.
Quotes
Pricing
It depends on the job. The type of system, how hard it is to reach, and whether you add pumping all matter. Request a quote and we’ll give you a price before we schedule.
Service areas
Where we inspect
Union County
Monroe, Indian Trail, Waxhaw, Weddington, Wesley Chapel, Marvin, Unionville, Marshville, Mineral Springs, Fairview and Hemby Bridge. See all of Union County.
Buying or selling in the county seat? See our page on septic inspections for Monroe home sales.
Stanly County
Albemarle, Oakboro, Locust, Stanfield, Red Cross, New London, Badin, Misenheimer, Norwood and Richfield. See all of Stanly County.
Mecklenburg County
Charlotte, Huntersville, Matthews and Mint Hill. See all of Mecklenburg County.
Cabarrus County
Concord, Kannapolis, Harrisburg, Mount Pleasant, Midland and Georgeville. See all of Cabarrus County.
Nearby in Anson County we also inspect in Morven and Ansonville. Not sure if you’re in our area? Call or text (704) 218-9070 and ask, or see all service areas.
FAQ
Septic tank inspection FAQ
Before the inspector arrives, our septic tank inspection checklist helps you get ready, and buyers can read what to expect from a septic inspection in Stanly or Union County. Between inspections, see our tips on septic tank care and maintenance across Union, Stanly, Mecklenburg and Cabarrus counties.
Do I need a septic inspection to buy a house in NC?
Your lender, your agent or you may ask for one as part of the sale. If one is done as a condition of a sale, refinance or title transfer, North Carolina requires a certified inspector. Ask your agent or lender what your contract and loan call for.
Who can do a septic inspection for a home sale in North Carolina?
Someone certified by the North Carolina On-Site Wastewater Contractors and Inspectors Certification Board. Dahl Septic Services is licensed for these inspections, NC license #9407I.
How soon will I get the report?
Typically the same day or the next day.
Does the tank need to be pumped for an inspection?
We recommend it, and the state’s rules note that a complete inspection needs the tank pumped. For a home sale, pumping is a separate add-on and isn’t required.
How far ahead should I schedule?
As early in your due diligence period as possible. Tell us your deadline when you book.
Can you find the tank if no one knows where it is?
Yes. We probe and sonde-locate tanks and lines.
Do you inspect pump-tank, LPP and drip systems?
Yes.
What happens if the inspection finds a problem?
We explain what we found and can quote the repair.
How much does a septic inspection cost?
It depends on the system, access, and whether you add pumping. Request a quote.
What does a septic tank inspection include?
We locate the tank, check the tank and its baffles, look at the distribution box and lines, and check the pump, floats and alarm on pump-tank, LPP and drip systems. A camera goes into the lines where needed, and the written report usually arrives the same or next day.
Do you offer septic inspection near me?
We inspect septic systems across Union, Stanly, Mecklenburg and Cabarrus counties, from our office in Albemarle. See Monroe and our other service areas.
Is your septic tank inspection service only for home sales?
Most of our inspections are for buyers, sellers and realtors, but we also inspect when something seems off with your system. Call or text (704) 218-9070 and tell us what you’re seeing.
Real Google reviews
What customers say
★★★★★
“I contacted this company for a pre-buy inspection & pump out. From the first contact to the end, each person I dealt with was friendly and courteous. They were upfront regarding pricing and worked with us on scheduling while we waited to get the owner signature. The report they provided was thorough and they answered my questions after the fact as well to provide additional details. I would recommend them for an inspection if needed.”
KM, Google review
★★★★★
“As a realtor, I found myself in urgent need of a septic inspection, and [the Dahl team] came to the rescue! Their prompt assistance not only saved the day but also showcased their exceptional knowledge and expertise.”
Nichole K., Realtor, Google review
★★★★★
“I would recommend Dahl Septic Services to anyone! They were very professional and got us on their schedule in a very timely manner. They helped us pump out a septic system and do a septic inspection on a new home! We can’t thank them or recommend them enough”
Bryanne S., Google review
★★★★★
“Honest, fast, on time, and reasonable. I asked for a clean out prior to listing my home. They were straightforward with no hidden fees. Great businessmen.”
Nicole O., Google review
Dahl Septic Services
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214-B E North St, Albemarle, NC 28001 · Mon–Fri 8–5
Schedule your inspection: Book online | Request a quote | Call or text (704) 218-9070