Geotechnical, Environmental & Ground Investigation Services in Reading

Earth Environmental & Geotechnical provides ground investigation, site investigation and environmental consultancy services in Reading and across Berkshire.

Operating from our Reading office in Swallowfield, our geo-environmental and geotechnical specialists support developers, architects, engineers, planning consultants, contractors and landowners with the investigation and assessment of development sites.

From Phase 1 Desk Studies and contaminated land assessments to intrusive ground investigations, geotechnical testing, soil analysis and environmental surveys, we provide practical advice based on the requirements of your site and proposed development.

Planning a project in Reading or Berkshire? Speak to our Reading team on 01183 734000 or email south@earthenvironmental.co.uk.

Ground Investigation and Site Investigation in Reading 

Understanding what lies beneath a site is an important part of reducing uncertainty before development begins. 

Our Reading team provides ground and site investigation services to establish ground conditions, identify potential geotechnical or environmental constraints and provide information that can support planning, foundation design, construction and remediation. 

The scope of an investigation will depend on the site, its history and the proposed development. This can range from an initial Phase 1 Desk Study through to intrusive investigation, sampling, monitoring, laboratory analysis and interpretative reporting. 

Where intrusive investigation is required, the appropriate investigation techniques are selected according to the site and project requirements rather than applying the same approach to every development.

Geotechnical and Environmental Services Across Reading and Berkshire

Our Reading office provides access to Earth Environmental & Geotechnical’s wider range of consultancy and investigation services, including:

Phase 1 Desk Studies for Reading Developments

A Phase 1 Desk Study is often one of the first stages in understanding the potential environmental and geotechnical constraints associated with a development site.

The assessment considers available information about the site and surrounding area, including its historical use, environmental setting, geology and potential sources of contamination.

The findings can then determine whether further investigation is appropriate and help establish the scope of subsequent work.

For developers and planning professionals, commissioning this work early can help identify issues before they become more expensive or time-consuming to address later in the project.

Speak to Our Reading Geotechnical and Environmental Team 

If you’re planning a residential, commercial or infrastructure project in Reading or elsewhere in Berkshire, speak to Earth Environmental & Geotechnical about the ground and environmental information you need. 

Our team can support projects from preliminary assessment and planning through to site investigation, testing, remediation and construction. 

Reading Office 

Suite 5
Wyvols Court
Swallowfield
Reading
RG7 1WY 

Telephone: 01183 734000 

Email: south@earthenvironmental.co.uk