Does Your Property Pass the Test?

Before a new septic system can be installed on any residential property in Southern Maryland, the soil must be tested to confirm it can absorb wastewater at the rate required for an on-site septic system. This test is called a percolation test, or perc test, and it is a required step in the septic system approval process. SPEK Septics provides licensed perc testing for residential properties throughout Southern Maryland. If you’re searching for “perc testing near me”, SPEK is fully licensed to perform percolation tests across the region.

A perc test involves digging test holes at specific locations on your property and measuring how quickly water is absorbed into the soil. The results determine what type of septic system your property can support. SPEK conducts all percolation testing using the required methodology and equipment and works with your county health department to ensure the testing process meets all local approval requirements. From the initial soil perc test through submission of results, we manage the entire process for you.

Not every property passes a standard perc test and that is not necessarily a dead end. If your results are marginal or your property presents challenges, SPEK holds the specialized certifications to explore alternative system types including mound systems, at grade systems, drip systems, and BAT units. Our depth of certification means we can find a path forward where other contractors may not.