A standard home inspection inspects components that are visible and readily accessible. Septic tanks, systems, and drain fields are typically hidden and located below ground and also need pumped prior to proper inspection, and so issues with these systems are specifically excluded and outside the scope of a home inspection. We have a network of vetted and reputable septic inspection companies that we can connect you with if the home you are purchasing has a septic system. We highly encourage it – these systems can be very expensive to replace.