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Septic Installation in the Upper Cumberland

Permitted septic systems installed for new builds and replacements. We coordinate with your perc test, inspector, and builder.

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What you’re probably dealing with

  • You can’t close on a new build until the septic is in
  • Your existing system is failing and you need a replacement, not a patch
  • You don’t want to deal with permits, inspectors, and three different contractors
  • You’ve been quoted vague numbers with no scope
  • You need someone who’ll coordinate with your perc test and builder

How we solve it

  • TDEC-permitted septic installs for new builds and replacements
  • We walk you through the permit process and coordinate with your perc test results and the local inspector
  • Same crew handles clearing, site prep, and septic if you need a full bundle
  • Clear written scope and price before any digging starts
  • Backed by the same reputation as Gravel Driveway Recovery
What Happens When You Call

A simple, predictable process

No surprises. No mystery. Here’s exactly what to expect.

1

Call or request an estimate

Tell us what you’re dealing with. We’ll ask a few questions and schedule a time to come look.

2

Free on-site walk-through

We come out, walk the property, and give you a clear written quote. No pressure to decide on the spot.

3

The work gets done right

We show up when we said we would, with the right equipment, and we don’t leave until it’s finished.

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What We Bring To A Septic Job

Equipment, experience, and a real team

The septic jobs that get done right have three things in common: the right excavator for the soil, a crew that follows the perc and engineer’s plan, and a single point of contact from the permit application through final inspection. That’s how PGS runs septic work.

CAT 305-07CR and CAT 308-08CR mini excavators staged for a PGS septic installation

The right excavator for the job

CAT 305-07CR for tight access and detail work. CAT 308-08CR for deeper digs and longer reach. Both get used on septic installs depending on site conditions.

Richard, owner of PGS, on a jobsite with a CAT compact track loader

Owner on the job

Richard is personally involved from the first estimate through final inspection. If something needs a decision on-site, the decision-maker is already there.

Project photos from recent septic installs coming soon. Want references? Ask when we walk your site.

What People Say

From the team behind GDR’s 100+ five-star reviews

★★★★★

“Thank you Gravel Driveway Recovery for a professional job well done! I especially liked that you met your schedule, you kept us informed, and kept to your estimate. Thanks again!”

Tom DeHartGoogle review

From Gravel Driveway Recovery. Same crew, same standards.
★★★★★

“Richard and crew were a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. Knowledgeable, courteous, professional, reliable. Richard was very responsive to our inquiry, gave us accurate quotes…”

JenGoogle review

From Gravel Driveway Recovery. Same crew, same standards.
★★★★★

“I can’t say enough good about this company. They arrived on schedule and stayed in communication the entire time at our home. It looks great and FLAT! We are very happy and plan to use them for other work in the future.”

Patricia JohnsonGoogle review

From Gravel Driveway Recovery. Same crew, same standards.

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Common Questions

The uncomfortable questions, answered

Do I need a perc test before you start?

Yes. The perc test determines what kind of system the soil can support. If you don’t have one yet, we can point you to the local inspector or arrange the test for you.

How much does a septic install cost?

It depends on system type, soil class, and lot conditions. Most residential installs are quoted as a project. After we see your perc results we’ll give you a clear written number.

How long does a septic install take?

Most residential installs run 2 to 5 days from breaking ground to inspection sign-off. Weather and inspector availability can shift that.

Do you handle the permit?

TDEC (Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation) issues the install permit directly to you as the homeowner. It has to be in your name, not ours. But you don’t have to figure the process out alone. We walk you through the paperwork, coordinate with your perc test and the local environmental health inspector, and handle everything on our side so nothing falls through the cracks. You own the permit; we do the legwork.

Can you replace a failed system?

Yes. Replacements often involve removing the old system and installing a new drain field in a different area. We’ll walk it with you and explain what’s realistic.

Need a septic system installed?

Free site visit. We’ll review your perc results and give you a clear written scope and price.

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