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The Septic Surgeon

520-471-5006

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The Septic Surgeon

520-471-5006

  • Home
  • Leach Field Replacement
  • Perc Test & New Install
  • Septic Tank Replacement
  • Septic Inspection - Cert
  • VIP Links

Percolation Test, Septic Design and New Installation

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  • A hole is being dug for a percolation test.
  • A civil engineer is measuring how deep the percolation test hole is.
  • A civil engineer is collecting data during a percolation Test.
  • Perk Test engineer taking notes of the soil content.
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  • A hole is being dug for a percolation test.
  • A civil engineer is measuring how deep the percolation test hole is.
  • A hole is being dug for a percolation test.
  • A civil engineer is measuring how deep the percolation test hole is.
  • A civil engineer is collecting data during a percolation Test.
  • A backhoe is digging during a perc test.
  • Very hard rock conditions during a perc test in Tucson
  • A backhoe is pictured digging a hole for a perc test.
  • Rocks are the only thing coming out of the hole.
  • Very hard caliche during a percolation test in Tucson.
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  • Perk Test engineer taking notes of the soil content.
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Steps for a Percolation Test or Perc Test in Pima County:

Percolation Test a.k.a. Perc Test or Perk Test

Percolation Test a.k.a. Perc Test or Perk Test

Percolation Test a.k.a. Perc Test or Perk Test

The FIRST step in the construction of a new conventional septic system in Tucson is the Percolation Test, or Perc Test. It can also be called a Soils Analysis.


2 Types Explained:


1) Percolation Test With Contingency Letter- 

 This is for our clients that are purchasing land and want to know how good the soil is for future use with the septic system BUT not actively building for a couple years. Our civil engineer will meet us and we will walk the property to find the best soil conditions suitable for a conventional septic system. We will dig several holes with an excavator or backhoe approximately 10 feet deep to observe the soil conditions where the leach fields would potentially be located. A contingency letter will be signed and stamped by our engineer and will satisfy lenders you may be working with like Washington Federal. Its use is for the sale of the property to ensure it will be able to have a conventional septic system on the land in the future with no surprises.  


2) Perc Test With Engineer’s Design— All of the above PLUS septic design paperwork called the “Construction Authorization Submittal“ is submitted to PDEQ for the permit. Once the design has been reviewed and approved we will be issued a permit to start the work. 

Septic Design & PDEQ Review

Percolation Test a.k.a. Perc Test or Perk Test

Percolation Test a.k.a. Perc Test or Perk Test

It is common for a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home to have a 1000  gallon tank installed, however tanks come mass produced in 1000, 1250 and 1500 gallon sizes.

The surgeon guides you along the path for the most septic success possible. 


For Example:

In  this  case,  the  surgeon would recommend upgrading the tank to a 1250 gallon. When the time comes for an addition in the future, we will have already saved you $10,000 towards the addition by NOT having to spend that money toward a  tank replacement.

There are MANY of these shortcuts along the way to maximize your money and effectiveness. Just ask during the percolation test. 



After  the  perc  test  appointment  on  the  property,  Chuck  will  go  back  to  the  office  and  design  everything  on  paper  including  every  detail  the  plan  reviewer  will  be  needing  to  know  before  approving  the  Construction  Authorization  application.  Once  approved  by  Development  Services,  the  work  can  start.    



Construction

Percolation Test a.k.a. Perc Test or Perk Test

Construction

The surgeon always constructs the septic system to have a defense against root invasion which is the #1 failure reason in Tucson, so every system gets cleanouts installed at the distribution box that rise up to the surface for root killer application.

The surgeon also has 5 year Warranty. 


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The Septic Surgeon All Over Tucson

7739 E Broadway Boulevard, Tucson, Arizona 85710, United States

520-471-5006

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