CASE WATER SYSTEMS • ASHEVILLE • WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Well & Septic Inspection in Asheville & Western NC
A well and septic inspection checks both systems a rural home depends on: the well, pump, pressure tank and water quality, and the septic tank, pumps, alarms and drain field. Case Water Systems holds both an NC Well Contractor license and an NC Level 4 Septic Contractor & Inspector license, so one company can inspect both systems for homes in Asheville, Buncombe County and across Western North Carolina.
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Why Inspect the Well and Septic Together
A general home inspection usually gives the well and septic only a quick look. Both systems are underground or down a well casing, and repairs found after closing can be costly. Booking both inspections with one licensed contractor means one scheduling call, one trip to the property when possible and one set of findings for your agent. For background, read Home Inspector or Well Contractor?
What the Well Inspection Covers
- Wellhead, cap and casing condition, and whether surface water can enter
- Pump operation, wiring and controls
- Pressure tank, pressure switch and gauge
- Flow and pressure at the house
- Visible plumbing and any treatment equipment
Full details are on our well inspections page. A well camera inspection can be added when it is relevant.
What the Septic Inspection Covers
- Locating the tank and access points, including risers if present
- Tank condition, baffles and liquid levels
- Effluent pumps, floats, alarms and control panels on pumped systems
- A walk of the drain field for wet areas, odors or other signs of trouble
- Review of available county permit records
See septic inspections and real estate septic inspections. A septic camera inspection can be added when lines need a closer look.
We do not pump septic tanks. When a tank needs pumping, before an inspection or as part of a repair, we coordinate it with local pumpers so the pumping and our work fit together.
Add Water Testing
An inspection checks equipment; a water test checks what is in the water. Many buyers add bacteria and other testing so they know about water quality before closing. See well and spring water testing and Well Inspection vs. Water Testing.
How to Schedule
- Call or request service early in your due diligence period.
- Share the property address, closing timeline and whether the water and power are on.
- Ask the seller or county health department for septic permits and well records if available.
For how quotes are put together, see inspection pricing. Make sure the tank lids can be reached. If no one knows where the tank is, tank locating comes first.
If the Inspection Finds Problems
Findings are not always deal breakers. Many issues, such as a worn pressure tank, a failed float or a missing riser, are straightforward repairs. Others, like a failing drain field, may need more planning. See signs your drain field is failing for what septic findings can mean. North Carolina's On-Site Water Protection Branch oversees private wells and septic systems along with county health departments.
Serving Asheville and Western North Carolina
We work in Asheville, Candler, Weaverville, Leicester, Black Mountain, Fairview, Hendersonville, Fletcher, Waynesville, Canton, Brevard, Sylva, Franklin, Marshall and Mars Hill, and across Buncombe and the surrounding counties. See inspections and testing and our service area.
Need Only One Inspection?
This page is for buyers who want the well and the septic checked in one visit. If you only need one, see our main well inspections page or our main septic inspections page for the full scope of each.
Well & Septic Inspection Questions
Can one company inspect both the well and the septic?
Yes. Case Water Systems holds an NC Well Contractor license and an NC Level 4 Septic Contractor & Inspector license, so we inspect both systems.
Is water testing included?
Water testing is a separate step that is often added to a well inspection. We can arrange both.
Do you pump the septic tank during the inspection?
No. We coordinate pumping with local pumpers when the inspection needs it.
How soon should I book?
As early in your due diligence period as you can, so there is time for follow-up testing or repair quotes.
What happens if the inspection finds problems?
You get clear findings and repair options. Many issues are straightforward repairs. See When a Well Inspection Finds Problems.
Tell Us What You Need
Share the property address and your closing timeline. A service request is not a confirmed appointment; for anything urgent, call any time.