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Whether you are buying or selling a property, or simply a homeowner seeking peace of mind, our septic inspection services are tailored to your needs. We offer everything from standard visual and functional assessments to comprehensive inspections that include design verification, dye testing, and hydraulic load evaluation
What We Offer
At Northern Property Solutions, we specialize in professional residential septic inspections designed to give homeowners, buyers, and real estate professionals clear, factual information about system condition, accessibility, and design capacity.
Our inspections go beyond a surface look. We evaluate tank condition, baffles and filters, liquid levels, pump components (where applicable), and absorption area conditions. When documentation is available, we review system design details, bedroom capacity, and setbacks to help clients understand how the system was intended to perform.
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A professional visual and functional assessment of your septic system
Includes:
• Tank inspection (if accessible)
• Baffle and filter evaluation
• Liquid level check
• Surface absorption area inspection
• Functional plumbing test
• Written reportBest for:
Homeowners wanting maintenance review
Sellers pre-listing
Situations where no paperwork exists
Tank location is known and access is available
*** Please Note - Tank Location and Access is NOT included in this price***
$525.00 + HST
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If you have the original documents pertaining to the septic system and wish to find out if your system is still in compliance, this is the inspection for you! Our design verified inspections includes :
Everything in the visual and functional inspection PLUSReview of septic permit and design
Bedroom capacity verification
Occupancy vs design analysis
Setback confirmation (based on drawings)
Compliance observations
Enhanced risk analysis section in report
Best for:
Real estate transactions
Buyer due diligence
Higher-value properties
Waterfront properties
Mortgage/financing situations
Tank location is known and access is available
*** Please Note : Tank location and access is NOT included in this price***$725.00 + HST
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Tank Location Service -
Electronic locating using professional-grade transmitter and receiver equipment.
Surface marking of tank location
Surface marking of approximate system direction (when identifiable)
Tank location does not include excavation or access to the tank lids.
$250.00 + HSTAccess Service -
If the septic tank is buried and requires excavation to access the inlet and/or outlet covers, excavation is charged separately.
Septic Tank Lid(s) Access
Measured from finished grade to top of lid.
0–12 inches: $125 + HST
12–24 inches: $175 + HST
24–36 inches: $250 + HST
36+ inches: Custom quote required***Additional lid at the same depth: 25% discount***
Distribution Box (D-Box) Access
If access to the distribution box is requested:
0–24 inches: $150 + HST
24–36 inches: $250 +HST
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Surface Discharge Dye Test
A Dye Discharge Assessment is designed to identify visible surface breakout or unintended discharge from a septic system under controlled conditions.
During this service, a non-toxic fluorescent dye is introduced into the plumbing system along with a measured volume of water. The property is then inspected for visible signs of dyed effluent at the ground surface, ditches, slopes, or nearby watercourses.
This assessment may help identify:
• Surface effluent breakout
• Improper discharge points
• Direct connection to drainage features
• Obvious system failure conditionsThe inspection includes a written report with photo documentation of findings.
Important:
A dye test does not confirm long-term soil absorption performance and is not a substitute for a hydraulic load test. Absence of visible dye does not guarantee system compliance or future performance. Results reflect conditions observed at the time of testing only. -
Controlled Performance Evaluation
A Hydraulic Load Test evaluates how a septic system responds to a controlled volume of introduced water under monitored conditions.
During testing, water is introduced into the system at a rate approximating normal household usage based on bedroom count or system design capacity. System components are monitored throughout the process, including:
• Tank liquid levels
• Pump cycling (if applicable)
• Alarm function (if applicable)
• Distribution box condition (if accessible)
• Surface conditions over the absorption areaThe purpose of this test is to observe whether the system can accept and disperse water without immediate signs of surcharge or surface breakout.
A detailed written report is provided outlining observations and system response during testing.
Important:
A hydraulic load test does not guarantee future system performance, long-term soil absorption capacity, or regulatory compliance. Results represent system response under controlled conditions at the time of inspection only.
$725.00 + HST -
Ensure your sewer or septic system is clear, functional, and trouble-free with our professional camera inspection service. Using high-definition, flexible cameras, we can:
Identify blockages, buildup, and root intrusions
Locate cracks, leaks, or pipe damage
Pinpoint problem areas without unnecessary digging
Provide a full video report and recommendations for repair or maintenance
Whether you’re experiencing slow drains, backups, or just want peace of mind, our camera inspections give you a precise, cost-effective way to understand your system’s condition.
Custom Quote Required -
Contact us today to discuss our many other services including:
Sewer Drain Clearing
Riser & Lid Installation
Inlet & Outlet Baffle Replacement
Effluent Filter Replacement
Pump Replacement
High Water Alarm Replacement
Main Sewer Line Replacement
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