Water and Well Inspections.
Soil Horizons will inspect drinking water wells for proper construction and take water samples as needed.
Be aware that an improperly constructed well is much more subject to have bacteria contamination, so bacterial samples are not recommend until well is brought up to standard. This could mean a simple fix such as securing the sanitary seal or more involved repair such as grouting the well casing or installing a liner.
Fees for well inspections are: $100 for well inspection and report within 30 miles of Wake Forest, NC.
Mileage charged for round trips exceeding 60 miles at $.60/mile. For example, 75 mile round trip will be 75 x .60 = $45.00
Water sample fees are: $75.00 for Bacteria (Total and Fecal)
$200.00 for new well inorganic chemical analysis (ph, Hardness, ions, and heavy metals.)
$35.00 for single ions or metals such as Fluoride, Chloride, Lead, Copper, Zinc, Arsenic, etc.
$65.00 for Nitrite, Nitrate.
Normal turnaround time for samples is 4-5 business days.
Rush orders can be done for 1.5x the cost for all except Bacteria and Lead.
Lead and Bacteria rush times are $75 for 3-4 day turnaround time and $100 for 2 day turnaround time.
Other samples can be taken for petroleum and pesticides. Call for prices on these type of water samples.
Certified lab is Pace Analytical in Raleigh, NC.
Septic Inspections.
Septic Inspections are done by a NC Onsite Wastewater board certified septic inspector (3502I) for a flat fee of $300.00
Customary Cost for removing solids from septic tanks by a licensed pumper range from $250 to $350.
Reports include photos. Call for details. 919-818-5087 mb.