Being disconnected from a municipal sewer line can provide you with some freedom in designing your commercial space, but it can also leave you subject to regular inspections which may be necessary to verify that your business is up to code. A safe and clean facility is absolutely essential for your customers, so submitting to regular inspections becomes a necessary task.

Those inspections, however, can drag on and present real challenges if you're not properly prepared to have them conducted. Below, you'll find a guide to some steps you should take to prepare for a commercial septic tank inspection that should allow you to quickly and reliably receive the approval you desire.

Cover Unearthing

Before your septic tank can be inspected, it has to be accessible. Since it's likely to be buried underground in a remote area of your property, you might not be aware of the precise location of the access cover. If you are aware, it might still be buried, leading to delays and the potential for additional fees.

When you set up your septic tank inspection, take the time to unearth the cover and have it ready for the inspector. This easy access will help guarantee the inspection goes quickly, and can allow you to avoid wasting a full work day trying to even begin the process.

Document Collection

Having your documentation in order will also go a long way toward completing your inspection. Your inspector will want to know that all of the component pieces of your tank and system have been properly installed and maintained, and will also be able to verify that you're not approaching any essential repairs.

Part of this documentation should be a full schematic layout of your septic system. Having this available will help make sure that all parts of your system can be thoroughly inspected, guaranteeing that you can receive a passing grade and also guaranteeing that you detect any possible serious issues before they arise.

Proper Scheduling

Balancing the need for an inspection with your desire to not interfere with regular business operations can be challenging, but smart scheduling may make it possible. If your inspector isn't available during a time when your business is closed, you should at least attempt to schedule the septic tank inspection for a time when customers are usually scarce or your production line is usually slow. This can also be important if your inspection requires a temporary shutdown of your water system, and can generally guarantee that the process will be minimally invasive. Contact a company like Rob's Septic Tanks Inc to learn more.