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Eric Thiel

Hey, I'm Eric Thiel, a contributor and chief-editor at Septic Patrol. As a North Carolina State Certified Septic System Inspector, endorsed by NCOWCICB, I have inspected hundreds of septic systems for both residential and commercial properties. I have seen many septic system flaws over the years and saved my clients tens of thousands of dollars. I'm here to guide you on the intricacies of system maintenance and operation, allowing you to maintain a healthy septic system and avoid costly mistakes.

Buying a House with Abandoned Septic Tank: Complete Guide

November 29, 2023 by Eric Thiel

Buying a house with an abandoned septic tank is as scary as it sounds and should raise concern because of …

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Septic System Failed Inspection—Now What? Here Are Your Options As A Seller Or A Buyer

May 26, 2025November 28, 2023 by Eric Thiel

Whether you are planning to sell your property or looking to buy a new home, having your septic system inspected …

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Replacing Peat Moss in Septic System: Here’s What You Should Know & Expect

November 27, 2023 by Eric Thiel

Peat moss is a commonly used filtering medium in Puraflo and Ecoflo peat septic systems, owing to its highly efficient …

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1950’s Old Septic Tank Lids: Issues, Performance, Maintenance, Compliance, and Safety

May 26, 2025November 26, 2023 by Eric Thiel

Septic tanks are a part of rural everyday life. The people that reside in the countryside cannot imagine life without …

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Can You Have Two Septic Systems On One Property? 

May 26, 2025August 9, 2023 by Eric Thiel

When buying a home or a building facility, you have to check a lot of things. One of the most …

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How to Find Septic Tank Records (10 Ways)

August 9, 2023 by Eric Thiel

You may never know the importance of septic tank records until you get into a position that requires them. Septic …

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Seller Didn’t Disclose Septic Tank Issues: What Should I Do?

August 7, 2023 by Eric Thiel

You just bought a house, and a few weeks or months in it, you discover it has septic tank issues, …

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Who Pays For Septic Inspection: Buyer Or Seller?

August 7, 2023August 7, 2023 by Eric Thiel

25% of homes in the United States used septic tanks in 2020. This is according to Sara Heger, a researcher …

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RV Park Septic System Requirements

May 30, 2023 by Eric Thiel

Before establishing an RV Park septic system, you must be familiar with the minimum requirements for RV wastewater management. For …

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PA Sand Mound Regulations

May 21, 2023 by Eric Thiel

The Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act (Act 537) was enacted on January 24, 1966, with the principle goal of dealing with …

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