As a value-add to our main core services (Structural and Stormwater Drainage Engineering) which we offer to our clients, MELBOURNE ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS PTY LTD can arrange a soil investigation and report on their developments. These 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.
These services comprise of a broad range of activities that cover 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