UT Extension offers soil testing through the UTIA Soil, Plant, and Pest Center laboratory located in Nashville
Start by selecting the right test for you! Hover your cursor over each photo below to learn more about each type of test offered:
1) After selecting which test is most relevant to your site, you can submit soil samples to the lab in one of two ways:
- Obtain the soil sample boxes, instructions and forms from the Hamilton County Extension Office (6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga) weekdays from 8 am – 4:30 pm ET
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- Access and download the instructions and forms from the Soil, Plant and Pest Center website and collect your sample(s) in the corresponding sized zip lock bag(s).
2) After taking your sample(s), you then mail the sample(s), completed form(s) and payment (if paying by check) together in one package to:
3) Then, you’ll receive the results back from the lab (usually within two weeks) via email.
Need help calculating soil amendments to your site? Click below for the UGA fertilizer Calculator:
If you have any questions about the report or need any further advice or information, please contact Agent, Haley Treadway, by completing and submitting the form below.
PLEASE NOTE:
UT Extension does not offer soil testing related to septic systems (perc tests and soil mapping). This service is provided by the State of Tennessee government, therefore, you’ll need to contact a Tennessee state approved soil scientist to complete the required tests. Because we are not associated with this service, we are unable to provide lead times or any further information beyond providing the list of soil scientists above.
Click here for more information regarding septic systems (installation, permitting, platting, existing systems or repairs) for Hamilton County.
For additional septic questions, contact Hamilton County Groundwater Protection at (423) 209-7876.
