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Geotechnical Assessments for Your New or Existing Home
Building a new home or planning alterations to your existing one? Councils often require a geotechnical assessment to evaluate ground conditions and address geotechnical risks like land instability or weak soils. The level of geotechnical input depends on the project’s scope, site topography, and underlying soil types.
At KGA, we approach every site individually, leveraging our in depth knowledge of local areas to create tailored geotechnical reports. Our goal is to identify potential challenges early to avoid complications during construction.
Getting Started with Your Geotechnical Assessment
To begin, contact us, and one of our experienced engineers will discuss your project’s specifics to understand your requirements. Using this information, along with regional data, we’ll determine the level of geotechnical input needed. Whether you’re in Auckland or Christchurch, reach us at:
What Happens During a Geotechnical Assessment?
The process varies with each project but generally includes:
Initial Inspection:
A walkover inspection to evaluate visible site features.
Subsurface Investigation:
Various methods to assess underlying ground conditions
Geohazard Assessment:
We provide a comprehensive assessment of relevant geotechnical hazards to the site
Report Preparation:
Crafting a report suitable for Crafting with Preparing covering relevant geohazards foundation options, retaining wall designs, and construction considerations to mitigate ground-related risks.