Frequently Asked Questions

Straight Answers To The
Questions We Hear Most.

Wetland regulation is confusing by nature.
Here's what to expect before you pick up the phone.

Our Process

We talk through your project goals, review any existing site information, and give you a candid read on likely wetland involvement and next steps. There's no charge and no obligation for this first conversation.
Our team combines a site visit with soil, vegetation, and hydrology analysis, plus aerial photography and remote sensing review, to identify and map any areas that fall under federal or state wetland jurisdiction.
It doesn't automatically mean your project stops. We'll walk you through your options — design around the wetland, pursue a permit for unavoidable impact, or explore mitigation — and recommend the path that fits your goals and budget.

Most single-parcel determinations take 2–4 weeks from site visit to final report. Larger or more complex sites can take longer, and final agency confirmation adds additional time outside our control.
Typical 404/401 permits take 2–6 months from application submission to approval, depending on impact scope, agency workload, and whether a public comment period applies.
In many cases, yes. We can prioritize field work and application preparation, though final agency review timelines are outside our control.

It depends on site size, complexity, and scope — a single home site is a different project than a multi-thousand-acre development. We provide a written estimate after the initial consultation, so you know the cost before any work begins.
No. The first conversation about your project and its wetland regulatory exposure is always free.
No. Our quotes cover our professional services; any agency application or review fees are itemized separately so there are no surprises.

We're based in Conway, SC and work throughout Horry and Georgetown counties, with project experience across the USACE Charleston, Wilmington, and Savannah Districts. If you're outside this footprint, reach out — we may still be able to help.
Yes, particularly for county, state, and multi-parcel projects. Reach out with your project location and we'll confirm coverage.

Call, email, or fill out our contact form with a short description of your project. We'll follow up within one business day to schedule your initial consultation.
Yes. Many of our long-term clients started with exactly that question. A quick conversation can save months of guesswork later.

Our team is happy to talk through your specific project, at no cost.