
Kingston, NY · Available 24/7
Straight Answers About Your Septic System — From an Inspector Who Won't Leave You Guessing
Septic inspection, septic repair, sewer camera inspection, sewer snaking, and septic tank & leach field locating for homeowners and homebuyers across Kingston, Woodstock, Saugerties, New Paltz, and Hurley.
- 25+ years in the trade
- 11+ years septic-focused
- 24/7 emergency service
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1,200+
Jobs Completed
5.0
Average Rating
25+ Yrs
Construction & Plumbing
11+ Yrs
Septic Specialization
24/7
Availability
Overview
Overview — Inspector Septic
Inspector Septic is an owner-operated septic company based at 503 Dewitt Mills Road in Kingston, New York. Every call is answered, scheduled, and worked by John Kuriplach himself — no rotating crews, no subcontracted inspectors, and no report written by someone who never stood over the tank. That single point of accountability is the reason most of our work arrives by referral from homeowners, buyers, and agents who have already been through one inspection they could not make sense of.
Our work sits at the point where guesswork usually starts: a lid nobody can find, a lawn that stays soft after rain, a slow drain that keeps coming back, or a closing date that depends on knowing whether a leach field has years left or weeks. We open the system, run water through it, put a camera down the line when the answer is not visible from the surface, and map exactly what is buried where. Then we tell you what we saw in plain language — what needs attention now, what can wait, and what it will realistically cost.
Because Ulster County ground varies from Hudson clay to shallow ledge to sandy Rondout fill within a few miles, we adjust the approach to the property in front of us rather than running the same checklist everywhere. Phones are on 24/7 for backups and emergencies, and estimates are free.

Our Services
Septic Inspection & Septic Repair Done the Right Way
Two services make up the core of this business — and everything else we do supports them with accurate, verifiable diagnostics.

Septic Inspection
Detailed septic inspections for homebuyers, sellers, and homeowners — with findings explained in plain English.
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Septic Repair
Diagnosis and dependable repairs for backups, odors, slow drains, and failing components — with budget options.
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Sewer Camera Inspection
See inside the line. Blockages, root intrusion, breaks, and bellies located precisely — without needless digging.
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Sewer Snaking / Roto-Rooter Service
Fast clearing of clogged sewer lines caused by roots, grease, and debris — so the household can function again.
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Septic Tank & Leach Field Locating/Mapping
Find and map buried tanks, lids, and leach fields accurately before you dig, landscape, build, or service.
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Why Choose Us
Experience, Honesty, and an Education You Can Actually Use
Homeowners throughout Kingston and the surrounding communities choose Inspector Septic because we explain every finding, present practical repair options at different price points, and never upsell work a system doesn't need.
- 25+ years in the construction and plumbing trade
- 11–12 years focused specifically on septic systems
- Homeowner education first — customers tell us they finally understand their septic system
- We never leave a job until the system is usable in some capacity while a proper repair is scheduled
- Transparent pricing with multiple budget options presented up front
- Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for septic emergencies
Our Process
Four Steps From Worry to Answers
- 1
Call or Schedule
Reach a real septic professional any hour, day or night. We work around closings and emergencies alike.
- 2
On-Site Inspection & Education
We evaluate the system and walk you through what we're seeing, in language that actually makes sense.
- 3
Camera & Locate Diagnosis
When something needs confirming, we camera the line and locate components instead of guessing.
- 4
Repair Options & Budget Plan
You get multiple paths forward with transparent pricing — and a usable system in the meantime.
Equipment & Process
Septic System Access & Assessment
Representative examples of septic access, inspection, and maintenance equipment.

Tank access
Risers and lids provide access to assess the tank and its components.

Tank assessment
Sludge levels, baffles, and inlet and outlet flow help guide maintenance decisions.

Pump-out equipment
A suction hose provides access for solids removal when tank maintenance is needed.

Truck-mounted gear
Hose reels and service equipment support access and maintenance work.
Service Examples
Septic Inspection & Repair Options
Representative examples of septic inspection, repair, line clearing, and locating.

Septic Inspection
Septic Tank Access & Inspection
An inspection starts with accessible tank lids so tank condition, baffles, and flow can be assessed before a home purchase or maintenance decision.

Septic Repair
Concrete Riser & Tank Access Repairs
Riser and access repairs can make a buried tank easier to inspect and maintain. The right approach depends on the existing tank and site conditions.

Sewer Camera Inspection
Sewer Camera Equipment & Diagnostics
A camera inspection can help identify roots, obstructions, and damaged pipe before choosing line clearing or a targeted repair.

Sewer Snaking / Roto-Rooter
Drain Snake Access & Line Clearing
Drain snaking addresses accessible blockages. Repeated backups may also need camera diagnostics to understand the underlying cause.

Tank & Leach Field Locating
Buried Tank & Access Lid Locating
Locating tank access and mapping system components can help you plan maintenance, landscaping, or construction around the septic system.

Septic Inspection
Inspection Findings & System Guidance
Documented inspection findings and a plain-language walk-through help you understand system condition and discuss practical next steps.
Service Areas
Proudly Serving Kingston, Woodstock, Saugerties, New Paltz & Hurley
Based at our Kingston headquarters, we cover Ulster County — including the Rolling Meadows neighborhood in Hurley and the Glasco hamlet in Saugerties.
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for septic emergencies.
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Whether you need a septic inspection, a repair, a sewer camera run, line clearing, or help locating a buried tank, Inspector Septic is ready to help — 24 hours a day.
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