Who does a perc test?

• <div><p>Soil testers and licensed excavators are often the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-does-perc-tests.htm">professionals you hire if you need a perc test</a>. In some cases, structural engineers will also be able to conduct the test for you. In many municipalities, you’ll need your professional on-site to dig and fill the holes with water, as well as a representative from your local building department or health department. That representative is the individual who will determine whether your test passes or fails. </p></div>

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Q: What’s the difference between a land survey and a boundary survey?

• <div><p>A boundary survey measures the boundary lines of the property, only the length of each property line and their locations. A land survey includes a more in-depth measurement of the property, including the heights and depths of the terrain measured by a topographic survey. A boundary survey is typically the most cost-effective method for marking and measuring property lines.</p></div>

Q: Can surveyors help with floodplain identifications?

• <div><p>Yes, they assess topography and potential risks related to flooding.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take for perc test results?

• <div><p>Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It&rsquo;s possible that you&rsquo;ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.</p></div>

Q: How hard is it to buy a house for the first time?

• <div><p>Several government-backed lending programs can help first-time home buyers purchase a home with little money down. FHA, USDA, and VA loans are options for qualifying borrowers, though many conventional mortgage lenders will lower down payment rates to as low as 3 percent.</p><p> </p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2024
Lackey Land Works provided exceptional services for spring lawn clean up, tree trimming, and addressing erosion issues at our home. Eric was responsive, easy to work with, and professional. We couldn't be happier with the work done and the communication throughout the process. I highly...
Lackey Land Works
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Reviewed in June 2023
Larry and his crew did an excellent job repairing and painting our old home. The crew arrived early every day, worked hard and stayed late. The workers were kind, collegial and dedicated to the task. When asked to do additional work, they complied without hesitation. They were efficient without...
Pro-Tech Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
The owner is very friendly, and seemed willing to do what ever we asked for during the hiring process and early into the project. I explained how and what we wanted done to the bathroom which was by building codes. We even provided videos when it appeared he had never installed a linear drain in...
Magic Vision Renovation
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Reviewed in June 2017
Very Professional Company. Prompt with call back an work performed. I would recommend this company for surveying seeking customers.
Richard W. Bell Land Surveying, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2012
Perfect. Apart from the consummate professionalism of the man (whose name escapes me), he also gave information about different modes of carpet shampooing and explained other helpful facts. And he "threw in" a an extra shampoo job on a carpeted landing which we hadn't requested but he kindly did...
Champlain Carpet Cleaning Inc
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Reviewed in August 2012
Luke and Jesse did a great job estimating and executing this work. They surveyed the yard, estimated the amount of soil and seed required and presented me with an accurate and detailed quote. My wife and I then walked through the quote with them and finalized the details. Their pricing was...
After Hours Landscaping
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Reviewed in March 2010
It was an amazing expierence to watch the house being built and take form. From framing to detailed shelving, it came together nicely. Jim worked with my unique tastes, gave feedback, and made suggestions. Nothing I wanted was simple or cookie cutter. The wood we used was from my own land,...
Addison Building And Remodeling
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Sylvatica Design provides landscape design and planning services for residential, institutional and commercial clients throughout the state of Vermont. We create resilient landscapes that connect people with nature. Some of our services include landscape design and consulting, gardening installation, property maintenance and plant sales + delivery. Since 2010, we've been a part of the design, installation and maintenance of over 100 landscapes throughout New England.

Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

A boundary survey measures the boundary lines of the property, only the length of each property line and their locations. A land survey includes a more in-depth measurement of the property, including the heights and depths of the terrain measured by a topographic survey. A boundary survey is typically the most cost-effective method for marking and measuring property lines.

Yes, they assess topography and potential risks related to flooding.

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

Several government-backed lending programs can help first-time home buyers purchase a home with little money down. FHA, USDA, and VA loans are options for qualifying borrowers, though many conventional mortgage lenders will lower down payment rates to as low as 3 percent.

Soil testers and licensed excavators are often the professionals you hire if you need a perc test. In some cases, structural engineers will also be able to conduct the test for you. In many municipalities, you’ll need your professional on-site to dig and fill the holes with water, as well as a representative from your local building department or health department. That representative is the individual who will determine whether your test passes or fails.

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