We help clients assess the suitability of a site for development, paying attention to topography, wetland, stream and watershed issues and suitability for onsite wastewater disposal. In our site sensitive designs, we evaluate the movement of water on and under the surface, and determine the characteristics of the in-situ soils and the depth of rock. Our engineering staff prepares alternative preliminary layouts for client consideration, then completes and submits the final design for City/County Planning Commission approval and shepherd them through the process. GeoSci can develop subdivision layouts and designs for streets and parking, water distribution for domestic and fire service, grading plans, storm water management, erosion and sedimentation control plans.

Our engineers specialize in rapid turnaround of foundation, footing and retaining wall designs. We also prepare and submit permit applications in connection with all of the above. Frequently, we are called upon to evaluate failed or failing structures and to make recommendations for repair or remedy. These range from dams and lakes to foundations and structures to retaining walls. We perform hydrological studies to identify causes of flooding or to ensure proper site drainage, and then assess multiple alternatives before proposing the optimum solution.

GeoSci's Engineering group uses the capabilities of our own drill rig and crew to provide rapid preliminary site evaluations and to complete geotechnical evaluations or foundation studies of existing structures or paving. GeoSci assesses the suitability of soils for bearing capacity and various types of loading, and can determine whether shallow groundwater or bedrock may affect your site development. Through advance knowledge of potential problems or unexpected costs, clients find subsurface investigations to be invaluable. Utilizing these results, GeoSci recommends foundation concepts that address the observed conditions and helps you avoid costly loss of time and over-budget projects from "unforeseen subsurface conditions".

State and county requirements for obtaining Onsite Wastewater System (septic system) permits have become increasingly complex and restrictive in recent years. More and more, individuals, businesses and developers are being denied permits for septic systems, impeding the development of property. Prior to development or following permit denial, GeoSci can assess sites to locate areas that may meet regulatory requirements for conventional septic systems. Should soils or other conditions at the site preclude using a conventional system, GeoSci can assist with design and permitting of an alternative system to meet county and state requirements, facilitating use of the property. Examples of alternative systems are: 1) low pressure pipe; 2) surface or subsurface drip irrigation; 3) surface spray irrigation; 4) sand filtration, and; 5) peat filtration. These systems can be adapted to community-sized developments where the only suitable disposal site is confined to one portion of the property.

GeoSci provides construction testing services and project oversight for quality control. These include, but are not limited to, supervision, foundation inspections, soil compaction testing, concrete and asphalt testing and steel inspection. Services are tailored to client and project specifications. We send experienced, trained technicians to our clients' job sites. GeoSci believes that every project of each client deserves qualified, experienced professionals every step of the way.

Site Development

• Site Assessment
  Topography, access, wetland, stream, watershed, floodplain.
  Subsurface investigation, bearing capacity, foundation system recommendations, rock, water table.
  Soil suitability, percolation rates.
• Preliminary Planning and Permitting
  Site survey (outsourced).
  Preliminary layout and land use studies.
  Subdivision, zoning, zoning change, Planning Commission application.
  State, local and federal permit applications for stream, wetland, storm water and air.
  Easements.
• Site Design
  Sedimentation and erosion control plans, storm water management, grading plans.
  Layout and structural design of parking areas, pavements, roads, streets and driveways.
  Domestic and fire protection water connection, sanitary sewer connection, on site wastewater disposal.
  Design foundations, retaining walls, dams and ponds.

Structural

• Design foundation systems, retaining walls, floors.
• Structural condition evaluation and analysis.
• Failure analysis.

Construction

• Soil compaction testing.
• Concrete testing.
• Steel inspection.
• Asphalt testing.
• Resolve inspection failures in foundations and framing.

Services to Real Estate Professionals

• Structural assessment.
• "Trouble shoot" cracks in walls, cracked and sagging floors.
• Water issues such as offsite encroachment or water intrusion.