Soil and Geotechnical Reports in Colorado

What is a Soil or Geotechnical Report?

A soil or geotechnical report analyzes the physical properties of the soil beneath a proposed building site. This report evaluates factors such as soil type, bearing capacity, expansion potential, and drainage characteristics. These findings help engineers and building departments determine whether the soil can safely support a foundation and comply with local building codes.

When is a Soil or Geotechnical Report Needed?

Soil and geotechnical reports are commonly required for:

New Residential Construction: Local building departments often require a soil report before issuing permits for new homes, additions, or accessory structures to ensure safe foundation design.

Foundation Repairs or Upgrades: If your property has signs of settlement, cracks, or expansion-related issues, a soil report helps engineers design appropriate solutions.

Property Sales or Subdivision: Some counties require soil investigations when subdividing land or changing property use to confirm that the site is suitable for building.

Drainage and Grading Plans: Soil data is essential for designing proper site drainage and grading, helping prevent future issues with erosion or water damage.

Soil Report Process

Our team specializes in straightforward residential soil investigations that do not involve complex liquefaction or slope stability studies.

Site Evaluation: We assess your property’s surface conditions, access, and site plan to determine the best sampling locations.

Soil Sampling: We collect soil samples using augers and if necessary, backhoe pits to evaluate subsurface layers at the depths relevant to your planned foundation.

Laboratory Testing: Collected samples are tested for moisture content, density, expansion index, and other key properties as needed.

Analysis and Reporting: We analyze the results to determine the soil’s bearing capacity and any potential concerns like expansive clay. We then provide a clear, engineer-reviewed report that meets local permitting requirements.

Why Choose Us for Soil Reports?

✅ Residential Focus: We specialize in residential projects across Colorado that don’t require advanced liquefaction or slope stability analysis — making your report affordable and practical.

✅ Code Compliance: Our reports meet the latest requirements of Colorado counties and municipalities.

✅ Fast, Reliable Service: We know how important timelines are for construction, so we offer efficient scheduling and quick turnaround on final reports.

Whether you’re building a custom home, an addition, or preparing to subdivide land, we deliver detailed, code-compliant soil reports to help your project move forward smoothly.