How Often Should a Perc Test Be Updated?

Technician performing a perc test by pouring water into a soil sample in Denver

If you own land or plan to build on property that doesn’t connect to city sewer lines, you’ve likely heard of a perc test. Short for percolation test, it measures how well soil absorbs water. A passing result is required before installing a septic system in most places, including Denver and surrounding areas of Colorado. […]