Soil Investigation
Soil investigation is a critical process in construction and engineering projects, providing essential information about the subsurface conditions of a site. This data helps in designing appropriate foundations, ensuring structural stability, and preventing potential issues during construction. Soil investigation involves various techniques and services to assess the soil's physical and chemical properties, bearing capacity, and groundwater conditions.
- Borehole Drilling
- Soil Sampling and Testing
- Geotechnical Reports
- Groundwater Assessment
- In-Situ Testing
- Laboratory Testing
- Environmental Soil Testing
- Foundation Design Recommendations
- Monitoring and Instrumentation
Other Survey Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is soil investigation important before construction?
Soil investigation reveals subsurface conditions such as bearing capacity, soil composition, and groundwater levels, which are essential for designing safe, appropriate foundations and preventing settlement or structural issues later.
What does a geotechnical report include?
Our geotechnical reports include borehole drilling logs, soil sampling and laboratory testing results, groundwater assessment, in-situ test data, and foundation design recommendations tailored to your site conditions.
How long does soil investigation take in Dubai and the UAE?
Timelines depend on the number of boreholes and site accessibility, but most soil investigation projects in Dubai and the UAE are completed within a few days of drilling plus lab testing, with the geotechnical report following shortly after.
Do you combine soil investigation with geophysical surveys?
Yes, for large or complex sites we often pair borehole-based soil investigation with our geophysical survey & MASW service to map subsurface conditions between boreholes non-invasively.