Condos Need to Inspect Septics

I represented a condomium association with failing oil tanks.  We required that they all be removed by a specified period and replaced with better, usually above ground tanks.

Septic systems need the same level of attention.   Systems installed at the same time may start to fail at the same time.   Since this often involves harm to common elements or to unit owners,  associations may be legally required to seek protective measures. 

A proposed Flordia law will require government inspections of septic tanks. It is a very good idea and I hope this is followed nationwide.  Associations need to make sure that they are inspecting septics on a regular basis as well.

Septic systems do no last forever. They all eventually fail.

And a failing system means human waste impacting the groundwater --often drinking water. Human waste has bacteria and viruses and can make people very will.

Many people having failing systems and are not even aware that they are failing. This means they may be polluting the local water supply and not even know it.

Many people know they have failing systems and ignore the problem as long as they can. Often the soil become constantly wet --and odors develop. But people look the other way to avoid what can be costly repairs.

Associations with septics need to make sure that the systems are functioning.  If not, it is usually best to be pro-active and ensure that repairs or replacements, by qualified and licensed contractors, is on the immediate agenda.