Septic Testing (Test Pits & Percolation)

Accurate Soil Testing in Greater Philadelphia: The Foundation for Your Septic System

Before designing or installing a septic system, understanding your soil’s characteristics is crucial. Gray Brothers provides expert test pit excavation and percolation (perc) testing services throughout the Greater Philadelphia area. Our accurate testing provides the essential data needed for compliant, effective septic system design, protecting your investment and the environment.

Understanding Septic Soil Testing

What is Percolation (Perc) Testing? A perc test measures the rate at which water drains through soil. This absorption rate is critical for determining if the soil can support a drain field and how large that field needs to be.
What are Test Pits? Excavated pits allow for visual inspection of soil layers (horizons), identifying soil type, texture, and checking for seasonal high water tables or restrictive layers (like rock) that could impact system design.
Why is Testing Necessary? Local health codes require soil testing before a septic system can be designed or permitted. It ensures the system is appropriately sized and designed for the site’s specific conditions, preventing failure and protecting groundwater.
The Testing Process: Learn how holes are dug, presoaked (if necessary), and timed measurements are taken to calculate the percolation rate (minutes per inch).

Why Choose Gray Brothers for Septic Testing?

Experienced & Certified Technicians: Our team performs testing accurately according to state and local regulations, ensuring reliable results.
Foundation for Proper Design: Accurate testing prevents costly design errors or system failures down the road. We provide the data engineers need.
Comprehensive Site Evaluation: We don’t just measure rates; we assess the overall suitability of the site based on soil profiles and perc results.
Clear Communication & Reporting: We provide detailed reports of our findings in an easy-to-understand format.
Reliability & Efficiency: We conduct tests efficiently to keep your project timeline on track, delivering dependable service.

Our Septic Testing Services Include:

Test Pit Excavation: Digging observation pits to required depths for soil profile analysis.
Percolation Testing: Conducting perc tests according to local health department standards to determine soil absorption rates.
Soil Horizon Analysis: Identifying and documenting different soil layers and their characteristics.
Water Table Assessment: Determining the seasonal high water table level.
Detailed Reporting: Providing comprehensive reports with test results and site observations for use in system design.

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