Geotechnical & Ground Investigation Services Across the Midlands

Geotechnical & Environmental Expertise Across the Midlands 

We offer a full range of geotechnical and environmental risk assessment services across the Midlands, supporting planning applications, brownfield development, residential and commercial construction, infrastructure, renewable energy and other development projects. 

Development across the Midlands requires an understanding of a diverse geological, mining and industrial legacy. Ground conditions vary considerably across the region, from former coal mining areas of the Black Country and parts of the East Midlands to Mercia Mudstone, superficial deposits, river valleys and extensive areas of previously developed land. These conditions can influence foundation design, contamination risk, ground stability, drainage and the scope of investigation required.

Key areas of expertise include:  

• Trial Pits: Specialist expertise in excavating trial pits for shallow soil profiling and foundation inspections, providing a cost-effective method for initial site appraisals across the Midlands.  

• Rotary Drilling: High-spec rotary drilling for investigating deeper ground conditions, rock strata and historic mining features in former coalfield areas of the Midlands. 

• Soil Sampling: Precise soil sampling and laboratory analysis to determine geotechnical parameters and identify potential chemical contamination in brownfield urban soils.  

• Window Sampling: Rapid, low-impact drilling using percussive rigs for restricted-access urban sites, ideal for shallow soil profiling and monitoring well installations.  

• Cable Percussion Boreholes: The industry standard for deep investigation in the Midlands’ alluvial and glacial deposits, providing high-quality soil samples for foundation design.  

We have also completed extensive site investigation and  ground investigation services in various locations throughout the Midlands to support new developments and construction