Septic System Inspection in Alberta

A septic system inspection is more than a quick check - it's how you protect your property, your land, your water, and your investment.

We provide full-service, code-compliant septic system inspections across Alberta for homes, acreages, farms, and commercial properties. Whether you’re building, upgrading, or troubleshooting your system, we make sure everything is functioning safely and efficiently.

Why Septic System Inspection Matters

A properly inspected septic system:

  • Protects your land from contamination

  • Ensures your system treats wastewater safely

  • Prevents failures and costly emergency repairs

  • Extends the lifespan of your tank and field

  • Confirms compliance with Alberta health and environmental regulations

A septic system that isn’t working properly can cause major issues — inspections catch problems early and keep your system reliable for years.

When You Need a Septic System Inspection

 

You should schedule an inspection if you’re:

  • Building a new home or structure

  • Replacing or upgrading an older or failing septic system

  • Expanding your property or increasing wastewater usage

  • Ensuring your system meets Alberta code and capacity requirements

  • Buying or selling a home with a septic system
  • Noticing slow drains, odours, or wet spots in the yard

If something feels “off,” an inspection is the safest first step.

Our Proven Inspection Process

We make the inspection process clear, thorough, and fully compliant with Alberta standards.

Step 1: On-Site Assessment

We assess soil conditions, topography, water table, and property layout. This helps us understand how your current system should be performing.

Step 2: System Inspection

We inspect tanks, lines, pumps, alarms, distribution systems, septic fields, and overall system health. We check for damage, blockages, capacity issues, and signs of failure.

Step 3: Code-Compliant Inspection

As AOWMA-certified inspectors, we verify your system meets Alberta regulations, environmental requirements, and capacity standards.

Step 4: Installation Oversight

You receive a detailed report outlining system condition, any issues found, and recommendations for repair, replacement, or maintenance - so you know exactly what your system needs.

Frequently Asked Questions about Septic System Inspection

How do I know if I need an inspection?

If you’re building, replacing a system, buying property, expanding usage, or noticing performance issues - it’s time for an inspection.

What affects the inspection process?

Soil type, wastewater volume, age of the system, tank condition, field design, and local regulations all play a role.

How long does an inspection take?

Most residential inspections are completed within a day, with full reports delivered shortly after. Larger or more complex systems may take longer.

Do I need permits?

Inspections typically don’t require permits - but any repairs or system replacements might. If needed, we handle the paperwork.

Is my system checked for code compliance?

Yes. We use AOWMA-compliant procedures that meet or exceed provincial standards.

How long does a septic system last?

With proper installation, use, and regular inspections, many systems last decades.

Do you offer maintenance services?

Yes - we provide pumping, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair recommendations.

What does an inspection cost?

Every property is unique. Contact us for a free, no-obligation quote tailored to your system and site conditions.

Septic System Inspections Done Right

We specialize in thorough, accurate, code-compliant inspections. No shortcuts. No guesswork. Just honest evaluations you can trust — backed by AOWMA-certified professionals.

Ready to get started?
Schedule your septic system inspection today.