Read the ground before you build or repair.
Borings, samples and site review show soil type, moisture, bearing capacity and depth to rock, so footings and piers are designed for what is really there.
- Timeline: Days
- Tools: Hand auger, probe, lab or in-field tests
- Output: Recommendations for footings or piers
What it is, and why it matters.
Tennessee soils change within a few miles and sometimes within a single lot: red clay, silty loess, fill, shallow limestone, karst voids. Soil data tells us how deep piers must go, how wide footings should be and whether drainage or stabilization is needed.
We take samples, evaluate moisture and drainage, review geology and mapping and provide recommendations for the foundation system.
Four things done right.
Real data
Samples, probes and observations.
Tailored foundation
Footing and pier design fits the soil.
Drainage reviewed
Water paths are evaluated.
Fewer surprises
Know the ground before you commit.
From first call to soil testing and site evaluation.
- 01
Review the site
Geology, slope and drainage are studied.
- 02
Sample
Borings or probes are taken.
- 03
Interpret
Soil properties and risks are assessed.
- 04
Recommend
Foundation design guidance is provided.
Soil Testing and Site Evaluation across Tennessee.
We do this work in 58 cities, from Memphis and Jackson to Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga and the Tri-Cities.
Soil Testing and Site Evaluation: common questions
Do I need soil testing for an addition?
It is wise on sloped, filled or soft sites and for larger additions, and it can save more than it costs.
What can soil testing tell me?
Soil type, strength, moisture, depth to rock and the presence of fill, which guide footing and pier design.
How do I get a price for soil testing and site evaluation?
Fill in the form or call or text 615-209-7643. We confirm what is involved and send a written price, and most properties get a free estimate visit.
Ready to talk about soil testing and site evaluation?
A short visit and a written price. A real person calls back, usually the same day.