Soil testing may seem like a small step, but it’s critical to the success and stability of any construction project. Here’s why you shouldn’t skip it:
- Determines Soil Bearing Capacity – Knowing how much load the soil can support helps design safe and efficient foundations.
- Prevents Structural Failures – Identifying weak or reactive soil types helps avoid costly settlement and cracks post-construction.
- Optimizes Foundation Design – Testing enables engineers to choose between shallow or deep foundations, saving on unnecessary costs.
- Reveals Underground Hazards – Soil testing can detect moisture pockets, clay layers, or fill material that needs treatment.
- Budget Control – Avoiding guesswork in foundation design prevents overengineering or later-stage corrections that spike costs.
