Can a home inspector perform a septic inspection?

Answer: No
Explanation: Not unless the inspector is certified specifically for this.

Answer: No
Explanation: Not unless he is certified to do so.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: He can if he is properly trained and certified.

Answer: No
Explanation: Not usually, in order to have a certified septic inspection you will need a septic contractor to inspect your system. If the home inspector has a C42 Contractors license they would be more than capable of handling such job.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: If the inspector has the proper certifications and training by the state or local jurisdiction.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: With the right training and certifications.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Yes only limited, sight and whether they work or not.

Answer: No
Explanation: Septic Inspections are not with in the normal scope of the Home Inspector.

Answer: No
Explanation: If a home inspector is licensed for septic inspections they can but it is not covered under a home inspector license.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Yes if he or she is trained to do so and if not, they may have a plumber to perform this service.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Some do

Answer: Yes
Explanation: septic systems are an additional cost because of the dye test and excavating

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Depending on jurisdiction requirements.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: If you are qualified.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: If they are state licensed or certified

Answer: Yes
Explanation: A home inspector can perform a septic inspection. Ask the inspector for their NAWT certification number.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: Some home inspectors are certified to inspect septic systems.

Answer: No
Explanation: Some home inspectors do have the proper training and credentials to perform a septic inspection. Septic inspections do require special equipment including the ability to pump a septic tank in some inspections. I always recommend a qualified septic inspection company for septic inspections.

Answer: Yes
Explanation: The caveat with a septic tank is the inspection can only be performed "AFTER" the tank is pumped out.

Answer: No
Explanation: Typically the home inspector inspects only what is visible. Unless the home inspector has extensive septic system experience, septic inspection should be performed by a licensed/experienced septic contractor.

Answer: No
Explanation: Septic tanks are not visible and therefore, not inspected.

Answer: No
Explanation: Unless the home inspector has extensive septic system experience, septic inspection should be performed by a licensed/experienced septic contractor.