Soil investigation, bearing capacity, excavation testing, and groundwater studies.
Understanding what's beneath the surface — so foundations, grading, and water management are designed on solid ground. We are often brought in for both up-front investigation and mid-project problem solving.
Shallow-depth bearing capacity testing (ASTM D3441) is quick and flexible for residential properties and smaller projects up to 10 ft. Full-depth SPT (ASTM D1586) provides a comprehensive structural review for industrial and commercial developments before architectural design.
Often brought in once an issue is encountered, or where confirmation is needed before foundations are laid: Proctor compaction testing (ASTM D698), density & moisture testing, excavation dewatering & trench inspection, and slope/operational stability inspection.
With an in-house Well Contractor license, we assess underground hydrogeological conditions — groundwater levels and recharge rates, flow direction, equipotential plans, infiltration calculations, quality assessment, contamination delineation, and fulfillment of TRCA, LSRCA, CVC and other conservation requirements.
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A geotechnical investigation typically includes boreholes or test pits, soil sampling and laboratory testing, and analysis to determine soil conditions, bearing capacity, and foundation recommendations.
Standard Penetration Testing (SPT) measures soil resistance to estimate the allowable bearing capacity of the ground, which directly informs foundation design.
Yes. We provide groundwater investigations, dewatering plans, Permit to Take Water (PTTW and ESAR), well supply and water balance studies, and MECP D-5-4 and D-5-5 assessments.
Municipalities commonly require a geotechnical report for new foundations, additions, retaining walls, roads, and septic systems to confirm the soils can support the proposed design.
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