Triple 'S' performs well testing and septic inspection for the sale of your property.
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Drinking Water Analyses
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Waste Water Analyses
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SEPTIC INSPECTION FOR SALE OF PROPERTY
Septic inspections for the sale/purchase of a home is a limited visual inspection to determine the condition of the septic field and function of the sewage disposal system. Triple ‘S’ requires a plat to perform the visual inspection of the septic field.
Triple ‘S’ provides a report of the following:
- Type of Sewage Disposal System
- Limited visual inspection for
Visible int. lines
Septic cap
Septic tank
Drain field - Cap Visibility
- Cap Damage
- Cap Height
- Weather conditions at time of inspection
- Septic Certificate
Dig up distribution box & lines
Probe field
Inspect lines - Septic Tank Cleaning (Pump)
- Installing UV Light
TYPES OF WATER TESTS
The EPA recommends testing your well water at least once a year. You’ll want to test for coliform bacteria, nitrate and ph to ensure your water is safe. Testing your water should be done during the spring, summer months following a rainy period.
Total coliform- is a collective name used for all coliform groups.
What is Coliform Bacteria?
Coliform is a family of bacteria found in soils, plants and animals. Coliform bacteria is made up of several groups, fecal coliform, which is found in the intestinal tracts of warm-blooded animals including humans. The presence of fecal coliform in water is evidence that human or animal waste has been or is present. Many diseases can be spread through fecal transmission. If coliform bacteria is present in water, other disease-causing organisms may also be present.
Two common waterborne diseases are giardiasis and cryptosporidiosis; both cause intestinal illness. E. coli has also been associated with drinking contaminated water and can cause intestinal illness, hemolytic uremic syndrome, or serious kidney conditions.
Nitrates and Nitrites:
Is a constituent of fertilizers and have been used for many years in lawn treatments. Nitrates and nitrites from these fertilizers can get into wells and contaminate them. They also seep into groundwater, especially shallow wells.
Nitrites are a concern in infants under 6 months of age and farm animals. They affect the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Causes can be blue-baby syndrome (bluish tint to skin due to lack of oxygen) occurs, as well as shortness of breath, increased sensitivity to illness, heart attacks, and possibly death by asphyxiation. Older children and adults generally do not have a problem with nitrates.
Lead in water is most likely from a pipe or solder in your home’s plumbing. The most common cause is corrosion, a reaction between the water and the lead pipes or solder. Dissolved oxygen, low pH (acidity) and low mineral content in water are some causes of corrosion. High levels of lead in drinking water can cause delays in physical or mental development, kidney problems, or high blood pressure.
WELL TESTING
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