Environmental
A Pennsylvania buyer is considering a property with a private well and septic system. Key due diligence items include:
AVerifying the property is connected to public water and sewer
BWater quality testing, well yield testing, and septic system inspection✓ Correct
COnly a visual inspection of the wellhead
DPADEP certification that the well meets state standards
Explanation
Properties with private wells and septic systems require specific due diligence: water quality testing for bacteria, nitrates, and potentially arsenic and radon (common in Pennsylvania's geology), well yield testing to ensure adequate flow, and septic inspection to identify failing systems requiring costly replacement.
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