Soil Survey

Gudmunson Septic, Inc. does an on-site investigation of soil types, depth, site characteristics and constraints to determine the septic system options. Gudmunson Septic, Inc. typically digs the soil log holes with a backhoe for a more thorough evaluation of the soils.

Island County – Soil log holes are reviewed on-site with a Health Department staff member. Site registration is required prior to and is the basis for a design. The Site Registration has no expiration date.

Skagit County – Soil log details can be submitted to Health Department as a precursor to a design and can be used in the future as the basis for a design. This application, Site/Soil Evaluation, has no expiration date.

Whatcom County – Soil evaluation and design are required at the same time and has a three year expiration date.

Snohomish County – Soil evaluation and design are required at the same time and has a two year expiration date.

NOTE: Changes to the site, such as grading, cuts, filling or clearing could make a registration NULL & VOID.