Your Reliable Septic Partner for Lee County Closings
Real estate transactions involving septic systems move fast — and when they hit a problem, they need a company that responds faster. Certified Septic has been the go-to septic inspection and service provider for real estate professionals throughout Lee County for over 20 years. We understand closings, we understand timelines, and we understand what agents and inspectors need from us to keep deals moving.
Fast Scheduling
We prioritize real estate inspection requests. In most cases we can schedule within 2–3 business days. Call us directly when you have a closing timeline and we'll work around it.
Same-Day Written Reports
We deliver complete written inspection reports the same day the inspection is performed whenever possible. Reports are formatted for lender and title company review.
Direct Communication
You get a real person when you call — not a call center. We communicate directly with agents, inspectors, and coordinators throughout the process.
Licensed & Documented
FL License SR0991405. All work is fully documented. We carry the liability insurance your clients and their lenders require.
What Our Pre-Purchase Inspection Covers
A standard home inspection does not evaluate the septic system beyond a visual surface check. Our septic inspection goes much deeper — and it's the only way to know the true condition of a system before your client takes ownership.
- Tank location and access — we locate and uncover the tank if needed
- Full pump-out — pumping is included so we can inspect the tank interior
- Structural inspection — tank walls, lids, inlet and outlet baffles checked for cracks, deterioration, and failure
- Drain field assessment — visual and probe assessment for signs of failure, saturation, or surfacing effluent
- ATU compliance check — for homes with aerobic treatment units, we verify compliance status and service history
- Written report — documents all findings, photographs, and our professional assessment
Why This Matters for Your Clients
A failing drain field in Lee County costs $8,000–$25,000 to replace. A complete ATU system can run $15,000–$30,000. Discovering this before closing protects your buyer — and a documented inspection protects you as the agent who recommended due diligence.
For Home Inspectors — What We Find That You Can't
We work with home inspectors throughout Lee County and understand the scope limitations of a standard HI report. Here's what our septic-specific inspection adds:
- Interior tank condition after pumping — cracks, baffle condition, effluent levels that a surface inspection can't reveal
- Actual drain field soil condition — we probe, not just observe
- ATU operational status — aerator function, chlorinator levels, alarm system test
- System age and expected remaining service life assessment
Adding a Certified Septic inspection to your referral list gives your clients complete peace of mind and protects your professional reputation. We make you look thorough — because you are.
Common Septic Issues We Find in Lee County Real Estate
- Cape Coral — aging 1970s–80s concrete tanks with deteriorated baffles; sewer assessment zones affecting system status
- Lehigh Acres — systems that have never been pumped in the home's entire history; severely overdue tanks with drain field stress
- North Fort Myers — older rural systems with tree root intrusion and failing distribution boxes
- Bonita Springs / Estero — ATU systems near waterways with lapsed compliance contracts
- Sanibel / Captiva / FMB — post-Ian storm damage to tanks and drain fields not visible from the surface
How to Refer Clients to Certified Septic
Referring is simple — just send your clients our number or contact us directly to schedule on their behalf. We're happy to coordinate with the buyer, seller, agent, and title company as needed.
Add Us to Your Vendor List
Call or email us to introduce yourself. We'll make sure your clients get priority scheduling and the clearest, most useful septic reports in Lee County.
Call 239-510-4040 [email protected]