Where Hard Work and Specialized Skills Matter

Geotechnical Drilling could be considered a more ‘fundamental’ type of drilling and soil sampling operation. It generally involves larger excavation projects that aren’t complicated by environmental issues. But not anyone with drilling equipment can handle such a task. It takes thoroughness, special equipment and, most importantly, extensive prior experience in such drilling and monitoring equipment installation. Our engineering clients have complete confidence in our ability to handle all Geotechnical Drilling functions.

In Geotechnical Drilling, a solid stem augers are often used. Because environmental disruption is not a factor, this type of auger can go in and out of the drilling hole repeatedly. Here, split spoons or Shelby tubes are used to collect the required soil samples.

Many other essential applications and installations can complicate Geotechnical Drilling operations. In many cases, specialized soil-monitoring instruments must be properly installed. For monitoring ground water, plastic standpipe can be installed. Other tasks, such as vane testing may be called for. Soil sampling factors such as slope stability can impact building foundation design and even the ultimate safety of the construction project.

Overall, the most important service we offer in Geotechnical Drilling is our ability to communicate with our engineering clients and respond to their specific needs on all types of projects and in all types of soil conditions.