InterNACHI releases new FREE online "How to Inspect Septic Systems" course today.

[Kate Tarasenko]

Hi, Mark --

Thanks for your eagle eye in spotting those six typos in the course, which are now fixed.

I'm working steadily to go through each of our courses and articles to proofread and copy-edit them because they benefit from another set of eyes besides the original authors'. We appreciate your input!

And congrats on your final exam score!

[Nick Gromicko]

Mark, no one scores 100. Are you in the septic biz?

[mnahrgang]

Originally Posted by gromicko

Mark, no one scores 100. Are you in the septic biz?

I'm in the septic inspection biz...

[Rodney Livermore]

Nick,

Thank you for the Septic Course. In Texas we do see these on a somewhat regular basis. Not sure I want to do that much of a test to involve pumping the tanks, but great information on what it takes to perform this test. You have prepared me to respond to questions from clients with more information now. I might keep referring this detailed inspection on to another contractor.

I really like the suggested report comments and forms. This course is definitely worth the time to read through.

I would like to know if you have more information on "Grease Traps" and The a sprinkler systems tied to systems as a drainfield/absortion area.
Such as what lines should go to the grease trap? Only kitchen? And is it a health department required reporting if that lateral line is spilling out of the ground? i.e. untreated. I would think so since it could be backflow from storage tank?
Also, sprinklers tied to timed release or excessive flow. How to test this function and is it supposed to smell? What is the minimal size lot needed?

Are there any rules about the grey water termination point?

Thanks again I enjoyed the course.
I did pass with a 100 percent so I understand the material presented just need more info on these components.

Rodney Livermore
www.1stinspect.biz

[Nick Gromicko]

I would like to know if you have more information on "Grease Traps"

http://www.nachi.org/grease-trap-inspection.htm

[Rodney Livermore]

I was really looking for a residential grease trap specifics. Anything on this?


Thanks,

Rodney
www.1stinspect.biz

[Nick Gromicko]

Is there a difference?

[Rodney Livermore]

The difference I am seeing is:

1. the commercial traps are still going to the public way not septic.
2. The sizing requirements should be different.

And perhaps I am speaking of a “grease interceptors” or in ground unit.

Thanks,

Rodney Livermore
www.1stinspect.biz