Choosing land for development is not an easy task. It requires research, experience and an incredible amount of work. However, some fundamental factors you can familiarize yourself with will make your job a little easier.
On paper, the process of buying land is simple. You find a piece of land and decide to build on it. Like many things that appear easy at first, this is not the case. You can spend weeks on septic testing alone. This article aims to provide a brief overview of the septic investigation process so that you can be better prepared for your land purchase.
What Needs to Be Tested?
Not all soil is the same. If you have a large land lot Arizona, you may think you can start building on it with whatever you want, but there are several tests you need to conduct first. You may not be able to use the entire property, and certain materials may not be suitable for your project.
First, you will likely need to hire a soil engineer. Many municipalities require this, but you may want to hire someone regardless of the regulation. Usually, the soil engineer starts with a percolation test. This determines if the soil on your property can absorb liquid to a sufficient degree. If you cannot pass a percolation test, you may not be able to build on the property. It is essential to pass a percolation test before committing to any land deals.
Besides the percolation test, you need to know that you can get potable drinking water. If you do not have a way to connect to city water, you need to ensure that the water below your home is accessible and sanitary enough to drink.
Testing the soil on your property might not have crossed your mind when you decided to get into real estate development. However, it is an integral part of the construction and cannot be skipped before building.