Our Services
We help landowners, developers, and professionals unlock the full potential of their land while ensuring environmental compliance and safe development. Using ethical, timely, and science-driven solutions, we provide accurate soil information to guide land use, construction, and septic system permitting.




Septic Permitting
Streamlined regulatory approval for your septic systems
Licensed soil scientists provide data accepted by TDEC
Identify optimal locations and alternative system options if soil is unsuitable
Provides critical information for licensed engineers to design approved septic systems
Ensures your site is ready for building permits
Soil Evaluations
Detailed insights for safe and compliant land use
Comprehensive soil assessments to understand composition, drainage, and depth to bedrock
Guidance for engineers, surveyors, and developers on site layouts
Survey requirements: under 5 acres require pre-submission survey; 5+ acres evaluated before surveying
Preparation: clearing brush and vegetation improves mapping accuracy


Perc Testing
Determines how well soil absorbs and drains water for septic system design
Conducted by licensed, professional soil scientists
On-site evaluation where data is collected over a series of time points to determine rate at which water moves through the soil


Land Use Consulting
Maximize soil potential while protecting the environment
Evaluations for farms, residential, and business projects
Science-driven recommendations for land development and environmental compliance
CAD/GIS-compatible maps and shapefiles for seamless integration with your project plans
Nobody understands soil better than soil scientists. Nobody understands your land challenges better than us.
Process & Timing
Our fieldwork typically takes 1–2 days, depending on site complexity and terrain.
Soil evaluations and maps are delivered after around 2 weeks.
Costs vary based on lot size, terrain, and digging requirements, with most preliminary testing starting from $750 and site permitting starting from $1,500. Discount applies to more than 2 sites
We accept cash, check, or credit card (credit card payments include a 3% processing fee), making it convenient to start your project.
Why Choose Us
Expertise You Can Trust – Licensed soil scientists with advanced knowledge in soil science
Ethical, Timely Service – Accurate results delivered efficiently
Collaborative Approach – Seamless coordination with surveyors, engineers, and contractors
Regulatory Compliance – All work meets TDEC standards for septic permitting
Your land has potential. We help you realize it
Contact Information
Tennessee Soil Sciences
Phone
(615)-894-444
Mon - Fri: 8am- 6pm
Sat -Sun: Closed
tnsoilscience@gmail.com