If your company has a project for Site investigation in Sheffield which needs expertise then please get in contact. We provide site investigation (Desk studies), ground investigation, geotechnical and environmental consultancy, geothermal and Site investigation in Sheffield and the surrounding areas. Our Sheffield site investigation consultants and contractors specialise in environmental (geoenvironmental), geotechnical & geothermal consulting with construction industry focus on ground engineering and engineering geology for Brownfield and Greenfield land.
Ground investigation Sheffield is the most fundamental part of the site investigation as a whole. Following the results of a Phase I Preliminary Risk Assessment, when a Phase II site investigation is required which en-compass’s the ground investigation. The ground investigation involves the fieldwork’s part of any project and includes intrusive work such as trial pits and boreholes.
We offer Window sample and windowless sample boreholes Sheffield using a tracked rig and can reach depths of around 6.00 to 8.00mbgl depending on ground conditions. Hand held equipment is used on sites in Sheffield with difficult access or where borehole positions are on existing slopes. Window sample boreholes the cheapest form or borehole and can usually drill approximately six locations in a day.
GeoCon have carried out site investigations for all types or property development including residential, commercial and industrial development. Typically Phase I Site Investigation (Preliminary Risk Assessments / Desk Studies) followed by Phase II Site Investigations are undertaken to determine any risk from contamination and also facilitate foundation design. Please call now for assistance with your project.
Similar to property development Phase I and Phase II site investigations are carried out on land prior to its sale to ensure there are no issues with a site and to ensure the seller receives maximum values for their land and the buyer understands any potential concerns which may render the property not worth investment. It is vital that both parties understand any potential issues with any piece of land and this due diligence process is essential when buying or selling land.
GeoCon conduct ground investigations for infrastructure such as pipe lines, electric cables, sewer networks etc, for a range of clients including utility providers, main contractors, and civil engineers to facilitate the design and implementation of such infrastructure. Please enquiry within for any projects that require ground investigations services.
GeoCon specialise in ground investigation services for highways, bridges and tunnels, and have been involved in several major highway and bridge projects, which include major road improvements, highway widening schemes, retaining wall schemes, and brand new proposed highways. We have recently carried out a site investigation for a tunnelling project in Sevenoaks, Kent.
GeoCon also work within the rail sector and are RISQS (formerly Linkup) approved. Carrying out ground investigation projects for clients such as Networks Rail, civil engineers, and main contractors, we have the knowledge, expertise, equipment and flexibility to perform to our client’s high expectations.
GeoCon are currently working with a number of wind turbine installers and have a range of clients within this sector. We specialise in ground investigations from a range of turbine sizes from small turbines for domestic properties, to medium sized turbines, and the larger turbines, and entire wind farms. With our knowledge of these type of site investigations including difficult terrain and remote locations, we have a vast level of experience and are confident we can offer your company the right solution for your project.
GeoCon undertake ground investigations for flood defence schemes on behalf of major clients and the environment agency to facilitate subsequent flood defence design. Recent projects include Leeds FAS, Paul Flood Defense, Hull and Owston Ferry Flood Defence Scheme.
