| Why Inspect
a Septic System?
When a residence or other property contains a septic system it
is important the system be inspected and tested by a qualified
inspector prior to sale. Many national lending institutions (Ginnie
Mae, Fannie Mae, VA, etc) as well as most large mortgage companies
require inspection and certification prior to funding. Although
no standards exist in California for the issuing of system performance
certifications, the procedure can save real estate professionals
a lot of heartache.
Buyer: A buyer benefits from the inspection
procedure by having all of the information necessary to make
an informed decision about what will likely be the largest
purchase he or she will make.
Seller: California law requires property
sellers to disclose all known defects relating to their property.
A septic system certification meets this disclosure duty,
and prevents your buyer from claiming that they were not
informed about the septic system’s “true” condition.
This can prevent costly lawsuits.
Real Estate Agents: Although disclosure
laws don’t directly apply to real estate agents, they
often get dragged into legal disputes because their errors
and omissions insurance represents a “pot of gold” to
a greedy attorney. Again, a septic system certification can
prevent costly litigation before it starts! As a real estate
professional, you also know that a smooth transaction enhances
your reputation. |
A septic system inspection offers protection for everyone involved
in a real estate transaction, and at a relatively low price. With
that septic system certification, everyone can sleep at night.
Why SGV Underground for your Inspection?:
Although no standards exist in California for the performance of
a septic inspection, there are some things you can look for to tell
if the firm is competent in the services they offer.
SGV Underground, by the way, meets all these requirements:
Licensing: Your inspector should be a licensed C-42 (sanitation
system) contractor, signifying they have specialized knowledge
of the installation, maintenance, and inspection of septic
systems.
Additional Training and Certification: Certification from
a professional organization such as National Association of
Wastewater Transporters (NAWT) or NSF further demonstrates
that the company and their personnel have passed stringent
tests on the inspection process.
Responsive: Look for a company that can begin the inspection
process quickly, and provide their written reports promptly.
Unnecessary delays in the completion of work can delay loan
funding and the timely close of escrow.
No Ulterior Motives: Some companies view septic inspection
work as way to find the high-margin seepage pit, and drain
field replacement projects. This conflict of interest can result
in a less than fair inspection report. It is imperative to
find an inspection company that only wants to perform a fair
and honest inspection, and not a complete system replacement.
Thoroughness of Report: The thoroughness of your report will
help substantiate your case if there are problems in the future.
There are actually companies out there who will write their
report on the back of their invoice. SGV Underground produces
a thorough, professional report that becomes a permanent part
of the record of the home … and it is usually delivered
to you the next day. |
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