Shop Dirt Perfect www.dirtperfec... Using the cat 304c excavator to dig test holes for the state inspector and soil scientists. #dirtperfect #septic #excavatorwork
This is a great video, because you mention all the people involved, which is really important. Most homeowners don't realize both the State and County in addition to a Soil Scientist or in some cases even an Engineer is required to be on-site when test pits are being done. Obviously, this is why the design and approval process can be time consuming and costly. Nevertheless, this is the legal and legit way to proceed, and it's good to see... very interesting to me.
I built in on a leftover lot in a subdivision that is in the county and what I laughingly call code jurisdiction. The code is what ever new septic engineering that looks good on paper must work, but then prematurely fails in short order at your expense. The subdivision was completed 12-13 years prior to my construction and in asking around about problems they have had I got nothing but ire, just like domino's the septic systems failed and continued to fail after 4-6 years because the only system allowed to be reinstalled was the same styrofoam box or polybox type field lines which after 4-6 years silt in and are choked with silt at a average cost of 3-4 grand a pop. We had to class action sue the county for coding unproven systems and they lost and went back to the old style 50 - 1000 year system, but you do have to put in 500 ft. of field lines which means 100 -2000 years of service. We need less government !
Agree i worked in NE for 35 years. Some towns did not have full time Board of health agents so they used a Board of health that did nursing and other things related to public health. Their agents were awful. On perk test they would read the 16th measurements and fail some. One town wanted 5 ft off set to high ground water then the state said you needed special sand. Back then the cost was 50 grand and more. On existing homes that needed up grade and a few new homes you could not see the home from the street frontage because the sds was so high out of the ground. I know the health service was just trying to justify their existence. Do not even get me going on the conservation commissions. SMH anti build ok for them to have their homes but no one else.
we bought our property. 15 years ago. We knew it was going to be 10 or more years before we built but we decided to do a test hole for septic. Turns out we're on rock. So over 8 years we hauled in over 60 loads of fill to create an area for septic. The tank is in solid rock. took a 320 Cat trackhoe with a 6" hammer a full day to dig the hole for the tank. When I first found out how little cover there was, I contacted the state environmentalist. He offered all kinds of options to a conventional system. I asked about bringing in fill and he was opposed. then he asked how long before we build. When I told him, he said "I'm not going to remember this conversation by then". We have a nice system now :)
When we were getting ready to put in the system, we dug a test hole and called the County inspector. He came out, dropped a tape in the hole and took a picture and said, "OK". This system is different than I've had before. He basically dug a large rectangular hole and laid a bed of gravel. Laid out a loop of pipe around the perimeter and one line connecting down the center. Put some more rock on it and then filter fabric and topsoil.
@@DirtPerfect I have The 320 coming out in the coming week to bury a propane tank. He's bringing the ripper tooth as a toothed bucket won't cut it. Long as he's here, I'll have him pop some tree stumps. :)
Very informative to see how it's done over there as we normally have a giant concrete pipe standing vertical with a bacteria in that breaks down the input till it bleeds out.
here you dig 2 test holes an the heath guy looks down in to them and says most times, import the field.. so you truck in 3 feet of septic approved sand, 3.5 feet deep and lay your feild pipe in cover with 3/8 crushed rock and back fill with the sand, on the low side you bank up native soil, inspected at 2 stages. most sytems here are imported do to the ground, like mine is all rock hard red clay from top down over 60 feet
Mike there is nothing wrong with wanting a system that works there are far too many that don’t work. My opinion is if you want to pollute ground water go to an outhouse I see it all the time if the toilet still flushes who cares what the neighbor has to smell. Residential septic pollutes more ground water than any other contributes. Great video keep them coming 👍🏻
And that's why we have building codes and all of the regulations on buildings homes. People will build crap structures not caring about a damn thing but making a buck, no matter how the build is!
Not boring at all! Educational and it's nice seeing how things are done differently across the country. If all else fails it might be very expensive but you can import all of the right materials to build a drain field.
My system was inspected and still failed. Three years after it was installed. When I asked the inspector why he passed it he just shrugged his shoulders and stated I could not sue him because he was protected by the state. I am now onto my third project that was supposedly inspected. I am done with inspectors in my area. They are useless.
Real life in the biz! I've had friends who bought property before and they had to have the same thing done. Dig holes, check the soil structure, do a perk test, get it approved, design a leach field.
i belive septic sys need to work but to have three leaches leaching off public is to much leaching i would recomend a low pressure water system if enough land is availble
good video, need a mic on your shirt, real hard to hear everyone from the camera on mounted to excavator, if cost of dirt and trucking is not bad seems like sticking a mound system might be the way to go. I do enjoy hearing all the info. thank you!!
Interesting video Mike, Well done with some back story thrown in too...AND a guest appearance from Bo the "good buddy". Thanx for sharing your adventure! Work safe, till next time... Doug@ the "ranch"
Not boring at all I found it very informative. Here in Florida the last time I pulled a permit for a septic I had to follow everything on the paper they gave me but on the bottom of the paper in small print it said this system is not guaranteed to work. Now that's covering their butts 🤣 great Video thanks for sharing
I had an electric pumped system with chlorinated output. They showed me fine filters. They said the water was safe to drink but not approved for drink. The effluent was absolutely clear. It required a monthly service to clean after, course and fine. It cost me $20 a month and cost $5,000 to install in 1993 in illinois. I had a 1,500 septic that fed into that pumped waste processing unit which was included in the price. BUT YOU MUST NEVER USE LIQUID LAUNDRY DERERGEND. RESIDUE BUILT IN THE EDDLUENT DRAINAGE PIPES. AND, I HAD TO REPLACE THOSE.
Years ago I ran a backhoe service we ran into something similar to this the state health inspector had us to put in a pump after the septic tanks they wanted two tanks to keep pressure on the field line as long as water was air a certain level in the field line. They wanted 500 ft of field line at a depth of about 4 ft deep.
I did find the septic prep interesting I used to help my dad put septics in many years ago but laws and regulations have changed it's kinna kool to brush up although state to State varies as well anywho keep up the good work 👍
Here in the Adirondack Park it`s a challenge to get things done. Most of the rules and reg`s are needed but thing`s in the last fifteen years have become absolutely ridiculous!!! The Park Agency has adapted an attitude of saving the land from any development!!! Trying to get them to show up for beginners is a challenge but on arrival quickly display there utter disgust in your proposed project!!! I`ve been around many frustrated land owners when there told you can`t do anything with your property... crazy shit!!! When we`re in wet soil conditions we put in a raised bed which is normal practice for here. Excellent vid man... I to strive for more info in this business... never have enough!!!
Sewer work? Am I on Elite Earthworks channel? lol! Interesting stuff! Too bad it didn't turn out "ideal" but looking forward to seeing what happens (if you get the job and on camera). Thanks for the video!
I had to do the same thing for my septic system. I hired a soil scientist who picked the spot for the system, I then had to dig test pits, and 13 weeks later the county people finally got out to approve it. I thought they would bring out some kind of high priced scientific equipment but no, some jackleg showed up with a brick hammer and smashed the soil into a ball in his hand and said "yep, that looks good". It cost me about $1500, 13 weeks of waiting, and I had to pump the holes out multiple times due to massive amounts of rain. Good ol bureaucracy.
Yeah. Andrew Camarata got mixed up with a poor septic system location designed by a local engineer(?) that, at first, had the blessing of the inspector. Well, that took a bad turn and Andrew had to come back and redo the whole thing, adding extra soil. He was caught between a rock and hard place on that one and likely didn't make a dime on the job, probably lost money before it was over.
Most systems require a perk test where i live; depending on how the test turns out determines what options a person has; any more most places require a engineered septic system; and I understand why especially in situations like this; not only is it good for the homeowner but it helps protect the contractor as well,could you put an above ground septic system in there? They cost more money but it looks like you have plenty of ground to work with for one; a split system (grey and black go to different areas)would work good for this situation but the house would have to be plumbed for it; thanks for sharing i hope you get the job so we can see what they come up with
I live in my grandparents old house and my dad said if there's no septic tank my sewer drains into the feedlot and right into the township road ditch I was young when they put water in the house I still remember helping grandma pump water so she could cook and my dad and grandpa could wash up at noon to eat and get back to the field the old dinner bell is still in the yard from when grandpa farmed with horses and mules
Great Video. We start with a 2' deep hole 1' in diameter and do a perk test. If you can't pass that we do what you are doing. However it only takes one county employee.
A perk test by just digging a 2’ deep hole? No need to add water in the hole as I have searched in google? I’m just asking as I’m in the process of buying land and don’t wanna get stuck. Thanks
Hello, I’m a local comment inspector. I’m going to need you both to submit forms to my office before posting comments. I need to inspect them from this point on to be sure they’re safe and good for the environment because reasons. Also I’ll need you to pay the 250$ processing fee up front with your comment application in cash only. Thanks. I look forward to approving your comments for the world to see in 5-7 weeks!
They did it with cholera and other real fun diseases. Average life span was 40 years for the poor folk. Yup, we don't need inspectors, master plumbers, codes, toss em all out the door.
@Zombie ZH himer Then the farmer and his animals down stream got to drink that water until, we had a totally polluted stream, loaded with every disease know to man and animal. Yup, no need for plumbers, inspectors or clean water.
I would like to be forthcoming about my thoughts of all the state and local blanks but I will not go on. That dirt was good enough for septic system. I have clay just a few inches down. Sorry I couldn't handle that.
Are you looking for perched soil and iron depletion? If a conventional system is not an option, then an npdes system will be used. It's regulated by the epa
Going through your old videos I haven't seen yet since Im watch for an FAA inspector for this aircraft hanger we are building. (These excavators are no joke and you make it look so easy) I am selling my mothers house and she has a septic system. I'm a constitutional attorney not an environmental attorney so I know a little bit from law school but there are a lot of laws I didn't know you had to comply with just to take a 💩💩
Wow!! I read the title: "Test holes for septic" and the thumbnail said "Three inspectors and me". I though you four were the "test holes" for the septic.
sandy clay or sc, or clay with sand gravel, 39 inches above ground water min, import cleaner sand , mound system, increase lateral line by 50% , gravel bed can be used bla bla bla, deaf cant hear lol, simple thing made complicatied by county and state laws lol
grg handful feel it, if soapy smooth then is siltm folls into thread clay, some sand gri t can be felt? ,, slow draining but useable, distantce from well or future well important 50+ feet some 75 feet away
Idn about some people but I found this video pretty interesting idn why but I just do I guess it's because we farm and not a stranger to digging in a field looking for broken tile and crap like that!
watching this today after 2 guys were buried in Rapid City yesterday. One survived, the other did not. Makes me think of all the OSHA training I had regarding excavations. In a previous life I had to dig a new condensate return line from one building to another. The only route was across the employee walkway and past the lunch room that was all glass. Of course, it's the corporate headquarters and I had the Environmental Safety Department watching my every move. they punched a hole under the walkway with a pipe and banging it through with the back hoe.
@@DirtPerfect --- My little sister in Dutchess County New York about 80 miles north of New York City was quoted that price range back in spring 2016 for one day's exploring with one machine and one operator. I wanted to give you an idea what the typical charges for those services in her area. Thank you for the informative videos. I've only met one geologist in my life who was a party guy, the rest could quickly end one, your mileage may vary.
David if you don’t mind I’m curious what makes you an expert in waste water treatment? I’m in upstate ny also and we are in watershed region and constantly dealing with ground water just wondering what your background is
@@cookiesservices4552 --- How often does your service get called in the middle of the night to fix a system that had been neglected or designed on a really tight budget? Are the owners upset when you tell them you need to come back in the daylight to give them a full estimate for the redo of their system? In my experience most people are really cheap when it comes to services to their house and really unhappy when they're told there isn't a quick inexpensive fix, often it's 'I don't see a problem so there isn't a problem'. If you look closely, I've never said I was expert in anything; deleted.
Gavin Hirt the system A.C. put in was totally his fault he started that work before it was properly tested when I see that video I new he was going to have problems but in his defense he is young and learning goAC
Wow an inspector for an inspector for an inspector to cover yet another inspector. Thought we were bad. New lot here the state inspector and soil biologist. On a exsististing house. Some of us are our own designers. State may come out on repair about 50 percent time.
It's obvious, win the lotto or move the geo-thermal into the pond or the hill where the septic won't work. If all else fails, find the neighbor with the good soil. Accidents happen all the time I hear.
I always thought as long as the ground is level, not a hillside and 100 foot from any waterways or wells it was okay for septic. What are the dirt requirements now? lol Looks like a whole lot of nothing but wasted taxpayer money and your time going on here!
@@CaptKirk1701 -- The problems usually start after a property is sold to someone who doesn't understand the system that was put in and its limitations, their toilets won't drain anymore because the lech field is limited and they want a quick fix when often there isn't one. This can be a costly lesson. Often it isn't the county/town people and a book of regulation but limitations of geology and physics, it's really hard to defy the laws of physics, I know, I try every day. Even without officials it's better to substantially over design a system then try to scrimp by to save money, initial digging costs, loads of approved stone and plastic pipe are inexpensive compared to calling out someone out in the middle of the night to try to fix your septic drainage. Do it right the first time and it will be the last time.
Wow, can you believe this people from the state, county, other people looking on ,poking holes in the ground, say Hummm..Back in the old days we just dug a deep hole in the ground, put a little house over it and there you go..One Holer are Two Holer, and a sears catalog , Most people don´t know what the hell i´m talking about ?? See Ya
I'm 66 and still like playing with my "Toys" in the dirt, and that's why I like watching you and Letsdig18
Awesome thanks for watching Daniel
This is a great video, because you mention all the people involved, which is really important. Most homeowners don't realize both the State and County in addition to a Soil Scientist or in some cases even an Engineer is required to be on-site when test pits are being done. Obviously, this is why the design and approval process can be time consuming and costly. Nevertheless, this is the legal and legit way to proceed, and it's good to see... very interesting to me.
I built in on a leftover lot in a subdivision that is in the county and what I laughingly call code jurisdiction. The code is
what ever new septic engineering that looks good on paper must work, but then prematurely fails in short order at
your expense.
The subdivision was completed 12-13 years prior to my construction and in asking around about problems they have had
I got nothing but ire, just like domino's the septic systems failed and continued to fail after 4-6 years because the only system
allowed to be reinstalled was the same styrofoam box or polybox type field lines which after 4-6 years silt in and are choked
with silt at a average cost of 3-4 grand a pop. We had to class action sue the county for coding unproven systems and they lost
and went back to the old style 50 - 1000 year system, but you do have to put in 500 ft. of field lines which means 100 -2000 years
of service. We need less government !
Still don’t know what we are going to do guessing some sort of sand / mound system
Agree i worked in NE for 35 years. Some towns did not have full time Board of health agents so they used a Board of health that did nursing and other things related to public health. Their agents were awful. On perk test they would read the 16th measurements and fail some. One town wanted 5 ft off set to high ground water then the state said you needed special sand. Back then the cost was 50 grand and more. On existing homes that needed up grade and a few new homes you could not see the home from the street frontage because the sds was so high out of the ground. I know the health service was just trying to justify their existence. Do not even get me going on the conservation commissions. SMH anti build ok for them to have their homes but no one else.
we bought our property. 15 years ago. We knew it was going to be 10 or more years before we built but we decided to do a test hole for septic. Turns out we're on rock. So over 8 years we hauled in over 60 loads of fill to create an area for septic. The tank is in solid rock. took a 320 Cat trackhoe with a 6" hammer a full day to dig the hole for the tank. When I first found out how little cover there was, I contacted the state environmentalist. He offered all kinds of options to a conventional system. I asked about bringing in fill and he was opposed. then he asked how long before we build. When I told him, he said "I'm not going to remember this conversation by then". We have a nice system now :)
Lol it’s that crazy
When we were getting ready to put in the system, we dug a test hole and called the County inspector. He came out, dropped a tape in the hole and took a picture and said, "OK". This system is different than I've had before. He basically dug a large rectangular hole and laid a bed of gravel. Laid out a loop of pipe around the perimeter and one line connecting down the center. Put some more rock on it and then filter fabric and topsoil.
Interesting
@@DirtPerfect I have The 320 coming out in the coming week to bury a propane tank. He's bringing the ripper tooth as a toothed bucket won't cut it. Long as he's here, I'll have him pop some tree stumps. :)
Great video Mr Dirt Perfect
Thanks for always telling us the back story on the job you’re doing keep up the good work 👍
Thanks for the feedback and watching chuck much appreciated
Very informative to see how it's done over there as we normally have a giant concrete pipe standing vertical with a bacteria in that breaks down the input till it bleeds out.
here you dig 2 test holes an the heath guy looks down in to them and says most times, import the field.. so you truck in 3 feet of septic approved sand, 3.5 feet deep and lay your feild pipe in cover with 3/8 crushed rock and back fill with the sand, on the low side you bank up native soil, inspected at 2 stages. most sytems here are imported do to the ground, like mine is all rock hard red clay from top down over 60 feet
Mike there is nothing wrong with wanting a system that works there are far too many that don’t work. My opinion is if you want to pollute ground water go to an outhouse I see it all the time if the toilet still flushes who cares what the neighbor has to smell. Residential septic pollutes more ground water than any other contributes. Great video keep them coming 👍🏻
Thanks
And that's why we have building codes and all of the regulations on buildings homes.
People will build crap structures not caring about a damn thing but making a buck, no matter how the build is!
Government Employees: "Lemme just hit this dirt with my hammer so it looks like I'm doing something important. "
Not boring at all! Educational and it's nice seeing how things are done differently across the country. If all else fails it might be very expensive but you can import all of the right materials to build a drain field.
Thanks for the feedback
My system was inspected and still failed. Three years after it was installed. When I asked the inspector why he passed it he just shrugged his shoulders and stated I could not sue him because he was protected by the state. I am now onto my third project that was supposedly inspected. I am done with inspectors in my area. They are useless.
He is a lier
Real life in the biz! I've had friends who bought property before and they had to have the same thing done. Dig holes, check the soil structure, do a perk test, get it approved, design a leach field.
i belive septic sys need to work but to have three leaches leaching off public is to much leaching i would recomend a low pressure water system if enough land is availble
If you can not land a system you can not have living quarters unless a sealed tank is used. Very important.
good video, need a mic on your shirt, real hard to hear everyone from the camera on mounted to excavator, if cost of dirt and trucking is not bad seems like sticking a mound system might be the way to go. I do enjoy hearing all the info. thank you!!
👍🏻
Some good info for sure, always good to know what they are looking for when they have you dig those test holes. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching buddy
Interesting video Mike,
Well done with some back story thrown in too...AND a guest appearance from Bo the "good buddy".
Thanx for sharing your adventure!
Work safe, till next time...
Doug@ the "ranch"
Not boring at all I found it very informative. Here in Florida the last time I pulled a permit for a septic I had to follow everything on the paper they gave me but on the bottom of the paper in small print it said this system is not guaranteed to work. Now that's covering their butts 🤣 great Video thanks for sharing
Thanks
I had an electric pumped system with chlorinated output. They showed me fine filters. They said the water was safe to drink but not approved for drink. The effluent was absolutely clear. It required a monthly service to clean after, course and fine. It cost me $20 a month and cost $5,000 to install in 1993 in illinois. I had a 1,500 septic that fed into that pumped waste processing unit which was included in the price. BUT YOU MUST NEVER USE LIQUID LAUNDRY DERERGEND. RESIDUE BUILT IN THE EDDLUENT DRAINAGE PIPES. AND, I HAD TO REPLACE THOSE.
Years ago I ran a backhoe service we ran into something similar to this the state health inspector had us to put in a pump after the septic tanks they wanted two tanks to keep pressure on the field line as long as water was air a certain level in the field line. They wanted 500 ft of field line at a depth of about 4 ft deep.
It’s crazy them crap they want have a video coming soon of installing this system
I did find the septic prep interesting I used to help my dad put septics in many years ago but laws and regulations have changed it's kinna kool to brush up although state to State varies as well anywho keep up the good work 👍
Here in the Adirondack Park it`s a challenge to get things done. Most of the rules and reg`s are needed but thing`s in the last fifteen years have become absolutely ridiculous!!! The Park Agency has adapted an attitude of saving the land from any development!!! Trying to get them to show up for beginners is a challenge but on arrival quickly display there utter disgust in your proposed project!!! I`ve been around many frustrated land owners when there told you can`t do anything with your property... crazy shit!!! When we`re in wet soil conditions we put in a raised bed which is normal practice for here. Excellent vid man... I to strive for more info in this business... never have enough!!!
Thanks for the feedback and hate that you guys have so much red tape that sucks
I have seen so many engineered septic fields fail. And the old-fashioned septic fields below ground level are still going strong what's that tell you
Tells me that a P and G system is what everyone recommends. When one can’t be placed in certain areas for any reason you have to go engineered.
Sewer work? Am I on Elite Earthworks channel? lol! Interesting stuff! Too bad it didn't turn out "ideal" but looking forward to seeing what happens (if you get the job and on camera). Thanks for the video!
Will post for sure if i get the job thanks for watching
I had to do the same thing for my septic system. I hired a soil scientist who picked the spot for the system, I then had to dig test pits, and 13 weeks later the county people finally got out to approve it. I thought they would bring out some kind of high priced scientific equipment but no, some jackleg showed up with a brick hammer and smashed the soil into a ball in his hand and said "yep, that looks good". It cost me about $1500, 13 weeks of waiting, and I had to pump the holes out multiple times due to massive amounts of rain. Good ol bureaucracy.
Lol sound about right 😁
just dug my own. no time for permits.
Yeah. Andrew Camarata got mixed up with a poor septic system location designed by a local engineer(?) that, at first, had the blessing of the inspector. Well, that took a bad turn and Andrew had to come back and redo the whole thing, adding extra soil. He was caught between a rock and hard place on that one and likely didn't make a dime on the job, probably lost money before it was over.
Just installed this one went well video coming out tomorrow
wish you did a voice over telling us what they were saying or the sound was better to hear .im in new jersey and we have to dig 10 ft test holes
Sorry thought about it but didn’t think I could explain it better then them thanks for watching and the feedback
I'm from the State, and I'm here to help.
Thank you.
The saturated soil limits you to aerobic treatment and surface application.
Dp your video quality has come up alot in 3 years thats how we learn
good info for people looking at putting in septic systems.
Thanks
I like to learn about this stuff for my own use on my property.
Not boring at all!
Most systems require a perk test where i live; depending on how the test turns out determines what options a person has; any more most places require a engineered septic system; and I understand why especially in situations like this; not only is it good for the homeowner but it helps protect the contractor as well,could you put an above ground septic system in there? They cost more money but it looks like you have plenty of ground to work with for one; a split system (grey and black go to different areas)would work good for this situation but the house would have to be plumbed for it; thanks for sharing i hope you get the job so we can see what they come up with
Think you are on the right track will keep you all posted if I get the job thanks for watching
I live in my grandparents old house and my dad said if there's no septic tank my sewer drains into the feedlot and right into the township road ditch I was young when they put water in the house I still remember helping grandma pump water so she could cook and my dad and grandpa could wash up at noon to eat and get back to the field the old dinner bell is still in the yard from when grandpa farmed with horses and mules
Great Video.
We start with a 2' deep hole 1' in diameter and do a perk test.
If you can't pass that we do what you are doing. However it only takes one county employee.
Wish it was the same here
A perk test by just digging a 2’ deep hole? No need to add water in the hole as I have searched in google? I’m just asking as I’m in the process of buying land and don’t wanna get stuck. Thanks
VideosByAl so you dig a hole 2 feet deep and what do you look for? Do I need to put water in the hole? Thanks for any advice
Funny, makes you wonder how people did it with rudimentary waste disposal when they lived without inspectors. 🤔
Good point 🤔😁
Hello, I’m a local comment inspector. I’m going to need you both to submit forms to my office before posting comments. I need to inspect them from this point on to be sure they’re safe and good for the environment because reasons. Also I’ll need you to pay the 250$ processing fee up front with your comment application in cash only.
Thanks. I look forward to approving your comments for the world to see in 5-7 weeks!
They did it with cholera and other real fun diseases. Average life span was 40 years for the poor folk. Yup, we don't need inspectors, master plumbers, codes, toss em all out the door.
@Zombie ZH himer Then the farmer and his animals down stream got to drink that water until, we had a totally polluted stream, loaded with every disease know to man and animal. Yup, no need for plumbers, inspectors or clean water.
I would like to be forthcoming about my thoughts of all the state and local blanks but I will not go on. That dirt was good enough for septic system. I have clay just a few inches down. Sorry I couldn't handle that.
Are you looking for perched soil and iron depletion? If a conventional system is not an option, then an npdes system will be used. It's regulated by the epa
Just need the state to approve the Perk
Going through your old videos I haven't seen yet since Im watch for an FAA inspector for this aircraft hanger we are building. (These excavators are no joke and you make it look so easy) I am selling my mothers house and she has a septic system. I'm a constitutional attorney not an environmental attorney so I know a little bit from law school but there are a lot of laws I didn't know you had to comply with just to take a 💩💩
this is scarier then any horror movie
Wow!! I read the title: "Test holes for septic" and the thumbnail said "Three inspectors and me". I though you four were the "test holes" for the septic.
Lol 😂
I'm surprised on how friendly they are most around here are rude a** holes awesome video
We have a few of those but for the most part they are good to work with
Interesting to see what goes into getting a septic system approved.
Great video
Keep us posted on the type of system they come up with. May cross the river and check it out 👍
Will do
Pretty neat seeing the different layers of dirt
I thought so hope you guys enjoyed
sandy clay or sc, or clay with sand gravel, 39 inches above ground water min, import cleaner sand , mound system, increase lateral line by 50% , gravel bed can be used bla bla bla, deaf cant hear lol, simple thing made complicatied by county and state laws lol
grg handful feel it, if soapy smooth then is siltm folls into thread clay, some sand gri t can be felt? ,, slow draining but useable, distantce from well or future well important 50+ feet some 75 feet away
ehat the heck with that rock hammer , big joke to me lol, low expience lol
Great video. Always a good day when ya learn something new
Osha violation. Trench Wall is over 4 ft!!😂😂😂
What would we do without all those "experts ".
How did we survive this long.
I found it useful. Thanks
Good deal Larry
Not a boring vidja !
Then they dig a small hole, fill it with water and measures how fast it goes down. A perk test.
All that for poo water lol same stuff here in pa! Great video buddy
Thanks man hope the crocs are treating you will 😜
Dirt Perfect they are great around the house!😁
Definitely a tough position to be in!
Lol yes thanks for watching
Thanks bud ,
I would expect a soil scientist would have more, I don't know,,,,nouns she can share with you in describing what she is using the hammer to break up.
Kool video!! Would have loved to hear the soil ladies recommendation? Does look like shit would flow too well ??
Lol 😂
My buddy did something similar but he dug up a big ornate urn with ashes in it.
Interesting
Bo!!! Miss you buddy😁
Lol damn dog 🐕
Dirt Perfect hey he was a great at making me not a 9th wheel
Looks like this property needs a multi flow system.
Idn about some people but I found this video pretty interesting idn why but I just do I guess it's because we farm and not a stranger to digging in a field looking for broken tile and crap like that!
Good deal brad glad you enjoyed thanks for watching
Lol. Lets. See. I will call it loomish/topsoilish /sub stratuhish / gravelish/ hard panish / clayish/ ok pay me a grand
Lol close and about right
Todd Reynolds here in East TN, we call it Marl. And it wont perk! Lol!
The only bad thing was I couldn't hear what they were saying.
If you could may have put you to sleep 😜 thanks for watching
Good video, my mom and dad had a chocolate lab and he was a very smart animal
They are great family dogs for sure
Really enjoyed this one !! Thanks for sharing !!
Good deal thanks for watching
Are mound symptoms legal there where you're at?
Yes and that’s what we will most likely install
Good luck finding a solution
Already installed video coming soon
An Aerobic System??
watching this today after 2 guys were buried in Rapid City yesterday. One survived, the other did not. Makes me think of all the OSHA training I had regarding excavations. In a previous life I had to dig a new condensate return line from one building to another. The only route was across the employee walkway and past the lunch room that was all glass. Of course, it's the corporate headquarters and I had the Environmental Safety Department watching my every move. they punched a hole under the walkway with a pipe and banging it through with the back hoe.
I 💗 Bo!
He is a mess 😁 but kinda love the big guy
what state are we in?... remove and replace?
Indiana it’s what the call a repair
@@DirtPerfect remove and replace the soil in the area of they leach field.... for percolation
Wish we could not allowed here has to be original ground
All those people there sounds expensive. Can’t put a Modad unit?
Lol no I wish
What kind of soils person don't use a munsell soil chart to read a test pit .
Seems like a core drill machine would of been a little more exact, just lay out the core and read the bad news.
They can can’t run a hammer more less a core machine 🤷♂️
Bo is a typical lab, always trying to steal the show.
Yup damn dog but got to love him 😁
The lady with the headband is doing what? Chipping dirt with a hammer for 15 mins? Lol..what a sham
The BlackSheep Chronicles and i bet she brings home close to 6 figures!
No shoring?
Dug to state spec look at the way the hole is dug tanks for watching
I'm guessing $1100-1500 for the day's machine services. Transport, setup, operation and return to the shop.
Sorry David respect for the customer don’t like to discuss prices hope you understand and thanks for watching.
@@DirtPerfect --- My little sister in Dutchess County New York about 80 miles north of New York City was quoted that price range back in spring 2016 for one day's exploring with one machine and one operator. I wanted to give you an idea what the typical charges for those services in her area. Thank you for the informative videos. I've only met one geologist in my life who was a party guy, the rest could quickly end one, your mileage may vary.
Thanks for the comment and yes you are not to far off 😜
David if you don’t mind I’m curious what makes you an expert in waste water treatment? I’m in upstate ny also and we are in watershed region and constantly dealing with ground water just wondering what your background is
@@cookiesservices4552 --- How often does your service get called in the middle of the night to fix a system that had been neglected or designed on a really tight budget? Are the owners upset when you tell them you need to come back in the daylight to give them a full estimate for the redo of their system? In my experience most people are really cheap when it comes to services to their house and really unhappy when they're told there isn't a quick inexpensive fix, often it's 'I don't see a problem so there isn't a problem'.
If you look closely, I've never said I was expert in anything; deleted.
What state is this
Indiana
@@DirtPerfect do you guys do soil core samples, or always dig test pits?
Interesting. Now I gotta poop.
Lol thanks for watching
Too bad they couldn't do a pond style septic system.
True but he don’t Own enough land
Wasted Tax Dollars.
Shit home owners have to pay this bill..
Let's hope y'all dont have a Andrew C on your hands where ots it's redesigned every time
Was one driving a Prius lol
Gavin Hirt the system A.C. put in was totally his fault he started that work before it was properly tested when I see that video I new he was going to have problems but in his defense he is young and learning goAC
Sorry for late comment but when so many "experts" get together they all want to show how much they know but nobody can make a decision
Yup
Wow an inspector for an inspector for an inspector to cover yet another inspector. Thought we were bad. New lot here the state inspector and soil biologist. On a exsististing house. Some of us are our own designers. State may come out on repair about 50 percent time.
It’s hit and miss here wether the state gets involved here
I couldn't dream of a worse nightmare than an inspector and soil scientist in a ditch with a hammer.
lol very true
Those inspectors look like a waste of an education
It's obvious, win the lotto or move the geo-thermal into the pond or the hill where the septic won't work. If all else fails, find the neighbor with the good soil. Accidents happen all the time I hear.
Dirtolojist
Lol kinda
👍👍🇵🇪🐕
I always thought as long as the ground is level, not a hillside and 100 foot from any waterways or wells it was okay for septic. What are the dirt requirements now? lol Looks like a whole lot of nothing but wasted taxpayer money and your time going on here!
It’s all about the type of soil and what they call the loading rate this is kinda a extreme example of what we go thru
Dirt Perfect still looks like a waste of taxpayers money and your time!
@@CaptKirk1701 -- The problems usually start after a property is sold to someone who doesn't understand the system that was put in and its limitations, their toilets won't drain anymore because the lech field is limited and they want a quick fix when often there isn't one. This can be a costly lesson. Often it isn't the county/town people and a book of regulation but limitations of geology and physics, it's really hard to defy the laws of physics, I know, I try every day. Even without officials it's better to substantially over design a system then try to scrimp by to save money, initial digging costs, loads of approved stone and plastic pipe are inexpensive compared to calling out someone out in the middle of the night to try to fix your septic drainage. Do it right the first time and it will be the last time.
Boring. Yes but interesting… I did watch the whole video. Now what now??
Videos in the channel of installing system
Wow, can you believe this people from the state, county, other people looking on ,poking holes in the ground, say Hummm..Back in the old days we just dug a deep hole in the ground, put a little house over it and there you go..One Holer are Two Holer, and a sears catalog , Most people don´t know what the hell i´m talking about ?? See Ya
Looks like a lot of BS to me.
Dp your video quality has come up alot in 3 years thats how we learn