GET THE ADEQ SEPTIC INSPECTION DONE AS SOON AS YOU LIST IT

If you’re selling a house in Arizona right now, chances are it’ll fly off the market. Arizona’s real estate market is sizzling—National Mortgage News ranks it third in the nation!

Now, here’s a tip: the ADEQ Septic Inspection Report stays valid for a solid six months from its issue date. So, the odds of your home not selling within that timeframe? Slim to none! But if it does expire, don’t sweat it—just give us a shout. We’ll re-inspect pronto!

It’s all about showing your potential buyers that you’ve got everything under control. Hand them a FUNCTIONAL ADEQ Report of Inspection. This document can really ease their minds, especially if it’s their first time dealing with a septic system.

JUST BECAUSE THE TOILET FLUSHES FINE DOESN’T MEAN THE SYSTEM IS FUNCTIONAL!

Your system may seem fine indoors, but trouble could already be hiding underground. Waiting until the last minute for an inspection could reveal larger repairs or replacements needing county permits, which currently take 30-60 days for approval.

Common issues that lead to a ‘NOT FUNCTIONAL’ report include root infiltration, tank corrosion, drainage failure in the disposal field, and systems located under unpermitted structures.

THE SEPTIC TANK MUST BE PUMPED AS PART OF THE ADEQ SEPTIC INSPECTION

We often receive ADEQ inspection reports from other companies claiming the septic tank didn’t require pumping during the inspection. This is generally untrue. In most cases, pumping is necessary unless the tank contains only water without solids or floating material visible. Such cases are rare—approximately 99% of inspected septic systems require pumping.

THERE IS NO QUICK-FIX FOR A FAILING DISPOSAL FIELD

When a disposal field fails to absorb water properly during the load test, it indicates underlying issues that require further investigation. If problems with the seepage pit, trenches, or leach bed are found, replacing them becomes necessary. This process requires a County Alteration permit. Using any type of acid treatment in these systems is not just illegal—it’s harmful to the soil and surrounding environment. Acid can travel through water, damaging trees and soil over a large area. It’s a costly and temporary fix, if it works at all.

THE ADEQ SEPTIC REPORT TELLS EVERYTHING…LEARN WHAT IT MEANS

The ADEQ Report of Inspection is a very thorough report that will explain the entire health of the septic system, but I also know for the general public, it can seem like you are reading a sci-fi article or something in an unfamiliar language. That’s where HomeField Onsite Environmental is here to help! We have recorded a video that walks you step by step, each line item at a time and we explain the entire report to you.

Wanna look like a septic hero for your clients?? Watch this video: where Tanya breaks it down in easy-to-understand language!