Best Perc Test in Raleigh, NC
Compare 9 local perc test providers in Raleigh. Verified listings with real contact info.
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Three Oaks Engineering
1730 Varsity Dr #140, Raleigh, NC 27606
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
5 ★
1 reviews
Agri-Waste Technology Inc
1225 Crescent Green Suite 250, Cary, NC 27518
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
4.5 ★
47 reviews
Soil Services PLLC
7208 ACC Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27617
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
5 ★
2 reviews
Central Carolina Soil Consultants
1900 S Main St STE 110, Wake Forest, NC 27587
3 ★
6 reviews
Lynn Environmental
7713 Pegram St #7594, Willow Spring, NC 27592
Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
4.8 ★
17 reviews
JG Soil Consulting
3997 Doyle Rd, Zebulon, NC 27597
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
5 ★
1 reviews
PS Pond Inspections, PLLC
308 E Alton St, Durham, NC 27707
5 ★
33 reviews
Hal Owen & Associates, Inc.
827 S 8th St, Lillington, NC 27546
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
4.1 ★
9 reviews
Chandler Soil Corporation
2818 Old NC 10, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
4.7 ★
3 reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a perc test and why do I need one?
A perc test (percolation test) measures the rate at which water drains through soil. It determines whether your property can support a septic system and what type. You need one before installing a new septic system, buying undeveloped land for building, or replacing a failed drain field.
How much does a perc test cost in North Carolina?
A perc test in North Carolina typically costs $400 to $1,000. This includes the soil evaluation and percolation test, performed or supervised by your county environmental health department. The cost varies by county and the number of test holes required.
What happens if my property fails the perc test?
If conventional perc test results are outside acceptable ranges, you may still be able to install an alternative system such as a low-pressure pipe system, drip irrigation, or other NC DEQ-approved technology. Your county health department can advise on options. In some cases, a different location on the property may yield better results.
When is the best time to do a perc test in North Carolina?
Perc tests in North Carolina can be done year-round, but winter and early spring (January-April) often show the highest seasonal water tables, providing the most conservative results. Tests done during dry summer periods may not reflect wet-season conditions. Your county health department can advise on timing.