Geotechnical Drilling Kenner The Basics of Using Geotechnical Drilling

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Kenner, Louisiana is situated amongst one of the most high-risk locations for sinkhole formation and other problems that can arise from poor ground quality.

Louisiana’s limestone bedrock is quite soft. It lacks the stability and strength of granite or other stronger types of bedrock stone. The limestone dissolve when it’s exposed to even mild acids. These acids are found in groundwater and even in the rainwater that percolates down into the ground during heavy rains. The acids dissolve the bedrock, causing an underground void to form. This void can enlarge and grow over time, ultimately collapsing under the weight of the overlaying soil, stone and structures, swallowing homes, cars, people and even entire city blocks.

Therefore, it’s important to perform lots of investigation when building a large structure in Louisiana and this is where you can benefit from geotechnical drilling. Kenner natives can also identify the location of underground voids that can be a potential sinkhole site. So sinkhole site detection is another important role for geotechnical drilling.

Kenner builders and property owners can gain lots of vital info about the site through drilling, including the location, depth and even the size of underground cavities. The core samples that are extracted also offer useful insight about ground composition, density, moisture content and overall integrity. Core samples are large vertical columns of earth that are contained within a tube that preserves all of the layers, keeping them all intact so they can be sent out to a laboratory for a comprehensive analysis.

What Should I Expect When Hiring a Contractor to Perform Geotechnical Drilling?

Kenner natives can expect the drilling contractor to bring portable drilling rigs to the location which will be set up at strategic locations. Drilling can take anywhere from just a couple days to several weeks or longer in cases where you need to drill to a deep depth or a case where a large number of drill sites are required.

Just as the timeframe varies significantly, the cost is also quite variant, as the expense is dependent upon the amount of equipment required and the timeframe for the project. Overall, geotechnical drilling is a minimally invasive and quite cost effective.

*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Amdrill Inc*

Geotechnical Drilling Gretna New construction and geotechnical drilling

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Gretna developers and property owner’s call may opt to call in a geotechnical drilling firm to investigate the integrity and composition of the ground at a particular location. Geotechnical drilling can be used to evaluate the earth in terms of its composition, the depth and quality of the bedrock, the moisture content of the soil and even if a site is prone to experiencing a catastrophic collapse due to the formation of a sinkhole.

So how does geotechnical drilling work? And what type of information can you garner from a geotechnical drilling effort? That’s precisely what we’ll explore in today’s article.

How Do You Benefit from Geotechnical Drilling?

Gretna property owners and developers can use geotechnical drilling to determine if a building site has the integrity required to support a new structure.

Geotechnical drilling can reveal a lot of insight into the earth at a location. Portable drilling rigs will be brought in and the drilling process is used to extract a long column of earth that depicts the various layers of soil.  This is called a core sample and it’s typically sent out for analysis and evaluation. From this core sample, you can determine lots of information, including:

  • the ground composition at the site;
  • the quantity, depth and composition of ground’s layers;
  • the integrity of the limestone bedrock;
  • the water content in the soil; and
  • if there are any underground cavities or voids in the location.

Louisiana is notorious for its soil quality, which can lack the integrity and stability of a building site. In addition, Louisiana is situated atop a limestone bedrock peninsula.

Limestone is a soft stone that is prone to degradation and it will even dissolve when exposed to mild acids. As a result, Louisiana is very prone to the formation of underground voids, which can form and collapse into sinkholes.

In the event that an underground void is located during a geotechnical drilling effort, the standard course of action is to call in a sinkhole remediation team. This team can work to develop a solution for the location. This may entail further investigative measures such as ground penetrating radar scans, which can reveal the exact size and location of the voids. Corrective measures may include drilling into the void and filling it with cement to prevent a collapse or drilling down into the bedrock to insert large “pins” that affix to the foundation of the building. This offers reinforcement and support in the event that the ground were to give way in a sinkhole collapse.

*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Amdrill Inc*

Geotechnical Drilling Elmwood How Can You Use Geotechnical Drilling?

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Elmwood natives may need to invest in geotechnical drilling services if they spot signs of a possible sinkhole, which can include newly formed depressions in the ground and shifts in an existing structure, which may cause cracking in the foundation and in cement block walls.

Sinkholes aren’t the only thing that can be detected with geotechnical drilling. Elmwood developers may contact a geotechnical drilling firm to come in and extract core samples — vertical columns of earth that capture a sample of the various layers. This can be used to determine lots of important information about the site, including the number, depth, thickness, integrity and composition of the various ground layers, the amount of moisture in the soil, the depth of the underlying bedrock, and the integrity of the bedrock.

Geotechnical drilling is an important technique for identifying areas with underground voids that may pose a serious risk for sinkhole formation.

What’s Involved With Performing Geotechnical Drilling?

Elmwood developers and property owners alike may seek out a firm to conduct geotechnical drilling in order to gain data on the land at a particular site. Portable drilling rigs will be brought to the location and set up to drill down into the ground. The geotechnical drilling typically extracts a column of earth inside a tube, called a core sample. This core sample is sent out for analysis.

The timeframe for a geotechnical drilling project varies depending upon many factors, such as the type of information sought from the drilling operation, the depth of the drilling operation, the composition of the ground’s layers and the number of core samples that need to be extracted.  Some projects may take just a couple days while others may last weeks.

If an underground void is discovered during the drilling operation, a sinkhole remediation firm may be called in to assist. They may drill into the void and inject cement to reinforce the cavity and prevent collapse. Another option may be to put a large “pin” in the ground, leading between the building’s foundation and the bedrock, providing added support so the building will be at lower risk of collapse, even if the ground gives way.

In the case of a building project, the building plans may be altered or the developers may find another site depending upon the findings of the drilling.

*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Amdrill Inc*

Geotechnical Drilling Eden Isle What does geotechnical drilling have to do with sinkholes?

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Eden Isle developers and property owners can turn to a local geotechnical drilling company to extract core samples from the earth which can be utilized to evaluate the suitability or the safety of a particular location.

In some cases, geotechnical drilling is performed prior to the start of a building project, usually one that’s large and commercial or industrial in nature. In addition, geotechnical drilling techniques can be utilized to identify the location of a potential sinkhole, making it a cost-effective option for detecting the site of what could prove to be a deadly sinkhole collapse.

Many property owners are unfamiliar with geotechnical drilling, so they are surprised when their sinkhole remediation team or developer mentions this specialized form of drilling. Let’s take a look at how geotechnical drilling works and how it’s useful.

What is Geotechnical Drilling?

Eden Isle property owners may want to call in a geotechnical drilling team if they begin to observe signs of a potential sinkhole, such as areas of sinking ground or cracks in your foundation. The drilling team will bring their portable drilling rig(s) to the site, penetrating the earth to extract a core sample – a vertical column of earth that can be sent out for comprehensive analysis to determine:

  • moisture content;
  • the depth and thickness of each layer; and
  • the integrity of the bedrock.

Louisiana developers may use a geotechnical drilling service to evaluate a site to ensure that it’s suitable for a building project.

Limestone bedrock is impacted by the acids that are carried in groundwater. This causes the limestone to dissolve and in time, a large void or underground cavity can form. If the amount of weight overlaying the void becomes too much, it will collapse. This is what’s known as a sinkhole.

Following the geotechnical drilling, a sinkhole remediation team can be called in to address the hazard. There are a number of options, from drilling into the void again and pumping concrete into the void, while others may choose to run large pins from the foundation to the bedrock. These large pins serve as supports in the event that the ground falls away.

In terms of the timeframe for geotechnical drilling, Eden Isle property owners can expect anywhere from a couple days of drilling to several weeks or longer. It all depends upon the size of the site, the depth of the drilling, the type of material you’re drilling through and the number of drilling sites at the location.

*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Amdrill Inc*

Geotechnical Drilling Chalmette What is the Purpose of Geotechnical Drilling?

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Chalmette area property owners and developers may require the services of a geotechnical drilling firm in cases where the quality and integrity of the earth is in question at a location or in preparation for a building project.

But what is geotechnical drilling? That’s precisely what we’ll explore here in today’s article.

How Do You Perform Geotechnical Drilling?

Chalmette property owners can use geotechnical drilling for a number of different uses, like planning a building project or for other purposes, such as reinforcing a home or other structure that’s situated atop an underground void that could potentially collapse into a sinkhole.

The term “geotechnical drilling” refers to drilling that is performed into the ground in an attempt to reveal information about the earth and its various layers. This information can then be used to alter the architectural design of a structure or a site may be used for a different purpose.

Geotechnical drilling involves the usage of portable drilling rigs, which are brought to the site that’s being investigated. Once the drills are brought into place, they will be used to drill down into the earth, extracting a large core sample — a vertical column of earth. This sample is analyzed to determine the composition, density, thickness and integrity of the various layers. In cases where a void is present, the core sample will reveal this (and the drilling team will also notice the lack of resistance.)

Geotechnical drilling is often performed to detect potential sinkhole sites. Louisiana sits atop a bedrock layer of limestone, which dissolves when exposed to mild acids. So water can percolate through the various layers, bringing acid rain water and bringing acid from the soil. Once it reaches the limestone bedrock, it begins to dissolve and in time, a cavity forms. The cavity may ultimately collapse, creating a sinkhole.

Thanks to geotechnical drilling, Chalmette property owners can call in a sinkhole remediation team to help at the site by filling the void with concrete to prevent it from collapsing. Large “pins” can also be run down into the bedrock, while being secured to the structure’s foundation. This offers support in the event that the ground gives way.

The length of time required to complete a geotechnical drilling project does vary depending upon the size of the site and the reasons for the drilling. The project could be completed within a couple days or the team could spend weeks at a large site with multiple drilling sites.

*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Amdrill Inc*

Geotechnical Drilling Belle Chasse The Advantages of Using Geotechnical Drilling

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Belle Chasse, Louisiana developers and even homeowners can benefit from turning to an expert geotechnical drilling contractor to help evaluate a site where you’re planning to build a new structure or suspect that there is an underlying problem such as a void that could collapse into a sinkhole.

So what is geotechnical drilling? Belle Chasse drilling contractors use portable drilling rigs which are transported to the site to drill into the earth at strategic locations (which will vary depending upon the nature of the project and the type of info that you’re seeking.) Core samples are typically extracted from the ground. These vertical columns of ground are located within a large tube that is pulled out of the earth and sent out for testing to evaluate the composition, the size and location of the different layers, the amount of water content in the soil, the density of the earth layers and bedrock and the overall integrity and suitability of the location for the building project that’s planned for the site.

During the drilling procedure, it’s possible that an underground void could be detected, signaling the site that could be the location of a future sinkhole if the conditions deteriorate to the point where a collapse occurs.

The timeframe and expense associated with geotechnical drilling does vary quite a bit depending upon the size of the area that’s being analyzed, the number of core samples and drilling sites that are required, the density of the ground and the depth of the drilling.

Why Should I Hire a Contractor to Perform Geotechnical Drilling?

Belle Chasse clients can gain lots of insight and important data from geotechnical drilling.

In addition, Louisiana is perched atop limestone bedrock. Limestone is a very soft stone that can dissolve when it’s exposed to acids that are naturally found in groundwater. The result may be the formation of a large underground cavity that can ultimately collapse, swallowing homes, cars and even people.

With the help of an expert in geotechnical drilling, Belle Chasse property owners and developers can get a better idea of the stability and integrity of a building site or the site of a current structure. It’s also key for identifying areas that could have underground voids that are at risk of collapse. Through sinkhole remediation, these voids can be filled with cement, preventing a catastrophic collapse. Long metal rods can also be drilled into the bedrock, with the other end secured to the building’s foundation to offer support even if the ground gives way.

Overall, geotechnical drilling is a minimally invasive and cost effective option for evaluating a site of a current home or structure or a future building.

*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Amdrill Inc*