South Jersey home sales
The Checks Your New Jersey Closing Needs, And Who Does Them
Oil tanks, well water, radon and septic. See what's required for the property, find companies that serve your county, and request quotes in one form.
Pre-closing checklist
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Each guide explains the rule in plain English and lists companies that serve South Jersey.
Oil tank sweeps and removal
Find out if a buried heating oil tank is on the property before closing, and who can remove it.
5 companies listed
Well water testing
Homes on a private well can't close until buyer and seller have reviewed a certified lab test.
8 companies listed
Radon testing and mitigation
High radon has been found in every New Jersey county. Testing is quick and is part of most buyer inspections.
2 companies listed
Septic inspections
Many South Jersey homes are on septic. Some counties require a third-party inspection before a sale.
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How the inspection window usually runs
Most New Jersey contracts give the buyer a short window for inspections. Book these early so there's time to negotiate.
- Contract signedOrder the well test right away if the home has a private well. Results take time.
- Home inspectionBook the oil tank sweep and radon test for the same visit.
- Septic checkSchedule it now if the home is on septic, or if the county requires one at sale.
- NegotiateUse the reports to ask for repairs, a tank removal or a credit before closing.
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Each county page shows local rules worth knowing and the companies that serve the area.
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Common questions about NJ home sale inspections
What inspections do I need to sell a house in New Jersey?
It depends on the property. Homes on a private well must have a Private Well Testing Act water test before closing. Older homes usually get an oil tank sweep, most buyers order a radon test, and homes on septic should have a septic inspection, which some towns and counties require at sale.
Is a well water test required to sell a house in NJ?
Yes, for most homes with a private drinking water well. The contract must require the test, and closing can't happen until buyer and seller have both received and reviewed the results.
Who pays for oil tank removal when selling a house in NJ?
No law decides it. It's negotiated, and the seller usually pays by removing the tank before closing or giving the buyer a credit.
What radon level is too high?
NJDEP and the U.S. EPA recommend fixing a home when the radon level is 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) or higher.
Is Closing Ready NJ free to use?
Yes. Buyers, sellers and agents can browse listings and request quotes for free. Companies are listed from public sources, and we pass quote requests to companies that serve the property's area.
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