Geotechnical Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering Services

 

A successful construction project relies on accurate site data at the time of design.  A good understanding of the subsurface conditions are critical to project design and preparation of specifications.  McGhie & Betts performs field explorations and prepares geotechnical reports with an experienced in-house staff.  This minimizes the risk of misinterpretation of results and maintains a close involvement of the geotechnical engineer through the design process.

 

 

 

Services:

• Geotechnical services for both Commercial and Residential Projects

• Boring Logs:
  • Soil Classiciation (USCS)
  • N-Values
  • Groundwater
• Laboratory Tests:
  • Atterberg Tests
  • Moisture Content
  • Hydrometer
  • Permeability
• Geotechnical Report:
  • Estimated "R-value"
  • Pavement Design
  • Estimated Bearing Capacity
  • Recommended Excavation Depths
  • Foundation System Recommendations Settlement

Methods:

• Standard Penetration Tests
• Split Barrel Sampling
• Hollow Stem Flight Auger
• Diamond Rock Coring

Why Hire Us?

• McGhie & Betts has collected subsurface data in Rochester, Northfield and the surrounding communities for over 56 years. 
• Our multi-service company can handle issues in-house, saving you valuable time and money.
• Our staff includes Professional Engineers and Geologists that oversee all projects.