OUR SERVICES
GeoServices NW combines our areas of expertise to address geologic and geotechnical concerns and solve problems.
The following is a partial list of services provided.
Expert Services
Will provide (and has extensive experience providing) geotechnical based review and testimony for arbitration, for court in front of judge or jury, or in public hearing situations. Will also provide expert consultation and review for geotechnical based projects.
Residential Evaluations
Services to homeowners in evaluating new or existing construction. CGS routinely works with homeowners, realtors, and contractors to provide appropriate documentation to permitting agencies.
Forensic Studies
Forensic evaluations of failed construction to determine causation. CGS will provide remedial treatment recommendations and litigation assistance, as required.
Landslide Evaluations
Evaluations and remedial treatment recommendations and design for landslides affecting the built environment.
Foundation Design
Evaluation of ground conditions for developing efficient foundation alternatives. Designs and cost estimates are typically provided by GSNW.
Permitting Assistance
Assistance in providing appropriate information and documentation for permit submittals to reviewing agencies. CGS will coordinate with reviewers to optimize the process.
Drainage and Erosion Evaluations
GSNW will provide grading, drainage, and erosion control recommendations appropriate to the proposed construction.
Seismic Evaluations
Conduct seismic evaluations, provide geotechnical recommendations as appropriate and in accordance with the most recent ordinance language.
Directional Drill
Provide services for directional drill projects to define materials and identify potential risks.
Construction Engineering
CGS will act as the contractor's geotechnical engineer to assist with contractor design items and provide construction submittals as appropriate.
Groundwater Evaluations
Assess groundwater conditions through drilling and aquifer evaluations. CGS is capable of completing groundwater modeling for dewatering systems, domestic supply well development, or contamination migration.
Ground Support
Evaluation of soft or poor quality ground. CGS will provide recommendations for piling, stone columns, wick drains, compaction grouting, screw anchors, soil mixing, cement treatment, fill processing, etc., as appropriate.
Construction Observation
Provide grading and materials installation and compaction testing. CGS provides the observation and daily reports with photos and testing results.