Environmental
We provide comprehensive in-house ground investigation and contamination assessment services. Our understanding of construction allows our ground investigations to best target the information needed to aid efficient design and mitigate risk. We help clients understand and manage environmental risks associated with their sites and projects.
Capabilities
Our service offer is structured around the practical decisions clients need to make at each stage of a project.
Phase 1 Desktop Study
Preliminary risk assessment using historical maps, environmental databases and regulatory records.
Phase 2 Ground Investigation
Intrusive site investigation to confirm or refute contamination identified in Phase 1.
Geotechnical Investigations
Assessment of ground conditions for foundation design and earthworks planning.
Trial / Test Pits
Excavation of trial pits for visual examination of soil and groundwater conditions.
Window Sampling
Collection of soil samples for laboratory analysis of contamination parameters.
Contamination Testing
Comprehensive chemical analysis of soil, groundwater and soil vapour samples.
Ground Gas Monitoring
Installation and monitoring of ground gas wells to assess landfill gas and radon risks.
Rotary Boreholes
Deep drilling for geotechnical logging and groundwater monitoring.
Soakaway Tests
Soil percolation testing for sustainable drainage system design.
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