Septic Services

When purchasing a new home, it is important for you to schedule a home inspection. You need to make sure your home inspection includes the septic system. During this septic services inspection, Martin Septic will locate and pump the septic tanks (yes some properties can have more than 1!) to perform inspection of the tank looking for any signs of deterioration or possible corrosion.

We also check to make sure the tank is structurally sound and water tight. The tank size, type of tank (concrete, fiberglass or poly), and integrity of tank will be noted on the inspection form. Also noted will be whether the tank is baffled and outlet filter or deflection device is present.

The pumping portion of the inspection can be waived by the customer; however, without pumping, the technician cannot attest as to whether the tank can be certified.

Once the tank is pumped, the technician will begin inspecting the drainfield. The technician will run water to the drainfield from the outlet end of the septic tank for approximately 20-30 minutes to ensure the drainfield is accepting water and functioning properly at the time of the inspection. According to the EPA, the life expectancy of a drainfield is approximately 17 years.

Picture in your mind a sponge and the purpose of a sponge is to absorb water. Once the sponge is saturated, there is no place for the water to go. A drainfield works the same way, once saturated it will begin backing up into the home. The technician will note drainfield material/type.

As recognized leaders in the field, let us be your choice to install baseline septic systems or aerobic treatment units for any new construction or replacement of existing septic systems. Martin Septic Service offers free full service septic estimates on all new installations and on repairs/replacement of your system. There are different types of septic services, repairs and replacement options for your system.

We will try to accomplish in a timely manner to best serve you, keeping in mind every home is different, therefore, every septic system repair is different. Heavy equipment may be needed to effectively complete some of these jobs.

Florida law requires many homes to have an Aerobic Treatment Unit (ATU) installed as part of their septic system. These systems require an annual operating permit through the State of Florida, along with a yearly inspection performed by a licensed septic contractor. Martin Septic Systems currently services and maintains thousands of aerobic treatment units throughout Southwest Florida.

Our team installs, inspects, and services Aerobic Treatment Systems (ATUs) in accordance with Florida regulations. Martin Septic Systems works with a wide range of aerobic treatment system manufacturers including Alliance, AquaKlear, AquaAire, Aqua Safe, BEST, Bio-Microbics/FAST, Cajun-Aire, Clearstream, Delta, Fuji Clean, Hoot, Hydro-Action, Jet, and Singulair. Our experienced technicians provide professional maintenance, inspections, and repairs to help ensure your aerobic treatment system operates efficiently and remains compliant with Florida Department of Health requirements.

Septic Services by Experienced Professionals

Our company employs highly trained and experienced technicians who can evaluate, maintain, and repair issues with your aerobic treatment unit. Our knowledge of these systems allows us to work efficiently to ensure your septic system continues operating safely, reliably, and in compliance with Florida regulations.

Maintaining your septic system is as important as routine maintenance on your vehicle. To ensure longevity and proper functioning of your septic system, it is recommended you have your system serviced on a regular basis (every 3–5 years).

By pumping, you are removing the sludge which builds up in the tank before it reaches your drainfield. This also reduces the strength of hydrogen sulfide that builds in the open air space of a septic tank.

Keep in mind that a septic tank and drainfield are located underground; therefore the sod and some landscaping may be disturbed in the area of the system.

When purchasing a new home, it is important for you to schedule a home inspection. You need to make sure your home inspection includes the septic system. During this septic services inspection, Martin Septic will locate and pump the septic tanks (yes some properties can have more than 1!) to perform inspection of the tank looking for any signs of deterioration or possible corrosion.

We also check to make sure the tank is structurally sound and water tight. The tank size, type of tank (concrete, fiberglass or poly), and integrity of tank will be noted on the inspection form. Also noted will be whether the tank is baffled and outlet filter or deflection device is present.

The pumping portion of the inspection can be waived by the customer; however, without pumping, the technician cannot attest as to whether the tank can be certified.

Once the tank is pumped, the technician will begin inspecting the drainfield. The technician will run water to the drainfield from the outlet end of the septic tank for approximately 20-30 minutes to ensure the drainfield is accepting water and functioning properly at the time of the inspection. According to the EPA, the life expectancy of a drainfield is approximately 17 years.

Picture in your mind a sponge and the purpose of a sponge is to absorb water. Once the sponge is saturated, there is no place for the water to go. A drainfield works the same way, once saturated it will begin backing up into the home. The technician will note drainfield material/type.