Gather records
Request system plans or permits where available, maintenance invoices and information about past repairs. Confirm which parts of the property are used for the system and whether proposed additions or landscaping could affect them.
Arrange the right assessment
Discuss transaction requirements directly with the inspector and the relevant professionals handling the sale. Ask what can be assessed, what documentation is provided and how timing or inaccessible components may limit the report.
Plan after purchase
Keep the findings with household records and establish an appropriate maintenance plan with the provider. Ask for instructions specific to installed pumps, alarms or other components rather than relying on a generic calendar.
Before booking
Share the closing timeline early, but do not treat a website inquiry as a confirmed inspection appointment.