As a value-add to our main core services (Structural and Stormwater Drainage Engineering), MELBOURNE ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS PTY LTD can arrange a soil investigation and report on behalf of our Clients. Such services are carried out by independent Geotechnical consultants, who we select based on their experience and expertise in a particular field. When selecting a Geotechnical consultant, we also take in consideration project locality and our Client’s budget.
Such services comprise of a broad range of activities, and may cover several of the following key aspects:
- Meeting council requirements for Erosion Management Overlays
- Percolation/Permeability Testing for Stormwater Disposal
- Land Capability Assessments for septic systems
- Footing design inspection
- Groundwater monitoring
- Soil testing and reporting for site classification and foundation design
- Diagnosing the causes of cracked and damaged houses and structures
- Pre-purchase building and house soil, footing inspections
- Rock bearing capacity and design strength