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Selling a Home? Get Your Septic Tank Inspected, Pumped, and Certified

Selling a Home? Get Your Septic Tank InspectedThere is a lot to consider when selling your home, including making sure your septic tank is inspected, pumped, and certified with the Health Department before the sale can go through. If you are looking to sell your home in King, Kitsap, Mason, Pierce, or Thurston Counties, FloHawks can help. We are familiar with the process needed by realtors and homeowners in each county. The process varies by location, depending what county your home is located in. As experienced professionals with all things septic related, FloHawks offers the following advice:

King County

Seattle and King County require all sellers of properties with an on-site septic system to have their onsite septic system inspected by a King County licensed On-Site System Maintainer (OSM) like FloHawks. The inspection must be completed by a licensed company and a King County form filled out and submitted to the County prior to property sale.

As part of completing the inspection properly, King County requires an as-built drawing to be kept on file. Most of the on-site sewage system (OSS) record drawings, also known as as-builts, dating from 1998 are available online. Find your as-builts here. If you don’t have an as-built, FloHawks may also try and locate a copy for you as part of the pumping and inspection process. If not, FloHawks, or another OSM, is required to prepare a drawing as part of the inspection.

In addition, before closing, the seller must record a Notice of On-site Sewage System Operation and Maintenance Requirements (OSSM) at the King County Recorder’s Office acknowledging the property is served by a septic system and describing the owner’s responsibilities for maintaining the system. Learn more about sales and transfers of properties with OSS here. FloHawks can help with the entire process from performing the work to completing the entire reporting process as required by the Health District.

Kitsap County

If your home has one of the approximately 58,000 septic systems in Kitsap County, the Kitsap County Health Department requires all property with an on-site septic system to have an inspection done of the entire septic system prior to transfer of property. The inspection must document how it is functioning prior to change of ownership. The inspection must be performed by a licensed company like FloHawks that will send a report to the county within 30 days. The Kitsap County Board of Health Ordinance 2008-01 Section 13.D details the process that must be completed prior to the close of a home sale transaction. The seller must:

  1. Specify the type of system.
  2. Deliver an Evaluation Report from the Health Officer of Kitsap County Health District. If the seller has no evaluation report, they must complete an application, inspection, and evaluation with the Health Department. The process is spelled out on the Kitsap County Health Department site here.
  3. Provide the Buyer with maintenance records, if available.

To view Health District records for a specific property you will need the address or the property tax account number. Health District records may include septic system and drinking water supply information. FloHawks may also locate a copy for you as part of the pumping and inspection process.

Mason County

Mason County Health Department requires all real property with an on-site septic system to have an inspection done prior to transfer of property. The inspection must be performed by a licensed company like FloHawks. This inspection of the entire septic system must document how it is functioning prior to change of ownership. The licensed company performing the work must send in a report within 30 days to the county. All pump reports for sales are reported on a private system and are not available to the public. FloHawks may also try and locate a copy for you as part of the pumping and inspection process.

Pierce County

Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department (TPCHD) requires all real property with an on-site septic system to have a Report of System Status (RSS) inspection done prior to transfer of property. The RSS inspection of the entire septic system must be performed by a licensed company such as FloHawks and must document how the septic system is functioning prior to change of ownership. As part of the requirement, all septic vessels/tanks must be pumped as part of the inspection process. The licensed company performing the work must send a report within 30 days to the county and pay the county fee for pumping and inspection.

If you are served by a septic system in Pierce County, you need to get a RSS when you sell your home. Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department prepares a RSS that indicates the current condition of your septic system. The report is for the buyer and lender.

  1. Get septic inspected and pumped.
  2. Submit RSS application with fee.
  3. Expect a visit from Health department staff to inspect OSS and to ensure your system complies with requirements.
  4. Get your Report of System Status (RSS) report.

TPCHD also requires a RSS report be completed and paid for by the property owner. You may find the RSS report here. FloHawks can help with the entire process from performing the work to completing the entire reporting process as required by the Health Department. FloHawks may also locate a copy for you as part of the pumping and inspection process.

Thurston County

Thurston County Health Department (TCHD) requires all property with an on-site septic system to have an inspection done prior to transfer of property. The inspection must be performed by a licensed company such as FloHawks. The licensed company performing the work must send in a report within 30 days to the county and pay the county fee for inspection and pumping. If deficiencies are found on the septic system, it is recommended that they be fixed before a report is filed. If they are not fixed TCHD may hold its approval until repairs are completed and another report is filed.

Although the process can seem complex, the experienced professionals at FloHawks are here to help you throughout the process. Our website has resources listed by county. Call us today at 1-800-356-4295.

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Isaiah Taylor

Service Advisor

Tacoma native Isaiah Taylor has been part of the FloHawks team for four years. As a Service Advisor, he focuses on building strong relationships with customers and making sure they feel confident in the solutions being provided.

Isaiah believes the company’s culture sets FloHawks apart. He appreciates working alongside people who genuinely care about customers and take pride in doing the job right.

At 26, Isaiah is focused on building his career and continuing to grow in the industry. When he’s not working, you’ll likely find him in the gym lifting weights and staying active.

Kevin Elbert

Service Advisor

Born in Olympia and now living in Lacey, Kevin Elbert has spent 11 years serving customers with FloHawks. As a Service Advisor, he is focused on helping homeowners and businesses find solutions when plumbing or septic issues arise.

Kevin’s favorite part of the job is working with customers who need help and finding a path forward that solves the problem. He values being part of a team that takes pride in delivering dependable service when it matters most.

In his free time, Kevin enjoys staying active outdoors. Hiking, camping, fishing, photography, soccer, and travel are some of his favorite ways to spend time when he’s not at work. At home, he stays busy with his four teenagers.

Stephen Redford

Service Advisor

Stephen Redford was born in Tacoma and now lives in Gig Harbor. With 14 years at FloHawks, he’s built a reputation as both a trusted Service Advisor and a key contributor to the company’s growth and outreach.

Stephen plays a role in business development, trade shows, and marketing while also supporting service operations across multiple areas. He appreciates FloHawks’ unique culture and commitment to customer service, believing the team consistently goes above and beyond what most companies offer.

Outside of work, Stephen enjoys walking, playing golf, and riding motorcycles. He’s married to his wife, Lori, and is the proud father of three children.

Janie “J” Kirkland

Service Advisor Assistant

Janie “J” Kirkland was born in Miami, Florida, and now calls Roy, Washington, home. Despite being newer to FloHawks, joining the team mid-2025, she has already become a valued member of the Service Advisor support team.

J enjoys the strong sense of teamwork at FloHawks and the relationships she has built with the people she works alongside each day. That collaborative spirit helps the team deliver the dependable service customers count on.

Outside the office, J loves spending time outdoors, especially at the beach, as well as making memories with her family. She’s the proud mother of two sons and a grandmother to four grandchildren.

Carl Evanson

Service Advisor

A Puyallup native who now lives in Spanaway, Carl Evanson has been helping customers at FloHawks for more than 13 years. As a Service Advisor, he brings deep experience and a practical approach to solving plumbing and septic challenges.

Carl takes pride in helping customers find real solutions to their problems. At FloHawks, the philosophy is simple: if water runs through it, the team can handle it, and Carl has spent more than a decade proving that to customers across the region.

When he’s not working, Carl enjoys camping and spending time with his growing family, which includes two grown sons and seven grandchildren.

Luke Schneider

Service Advisor Assistant

Originally from the Midwest and now living in the Puyallup area, Luke Schneider has spent the past three years supporting the FloHawks service team as a Service Advisor Assistant. His role focuses on logistics and administrative coordination, making sure the details are handled so the team can deliver excellent service in the field.

Luke especially enjoys the moment when everything comes together to solve a customer’s problem. Helping turn a complicated situation into a clear plan and a successful outcome is one of the most rewarding parts of the job.

When he’s not working, Luke loves hosting and entertaining with his wife. Much of their free time is spent with family, often gathered around the table for board games and good conversation.

Crystal Lyons

Service Advisor Assistant

Born and raised in Tacoma and now living in Puyallup, Crystal Lyons has been part of the FloHawks team for four years. As a Service Advisor Assistant, she helps keep operations running smoothly while making sure customers feel supported every step of the way.

Crystal’s favorite part of the job is simple: helping people. Whether she’s assisting the service team behind the scenes or making sure customers get the answers they need, she takes pride in being part of a company that puts people first.

Outside of work, Crystal enjoys camping and spending time with her family. She’s married, and the proud mom of one daughter, and she also helps care for her niece, keeping family at the center of everything she does.