Shallow vs. Deep Foundations: Engineering the Right System for Your Soil Conditions
You walk the property with your architect, talking about square footage and ceiling heights and where the sun hits in the afternoon. Everything feels exciting and possible. Then someone mentions foundations and suddenly the conversation shifts to soil borings and bearing capacity and load transfer mechanisms. Your eyes start to glaze over. Here’s the thing […]
How Geotechnical Engineering Lowers Construction Costs and Increases Safety
What if the secret to slashing construction costs by up to 40% was literally right beneath your feet? While most project managers focus on above-ground factors like labor rates and material prices, the greatest opportunities for savings and risk reduction often lie hidden in the soil itself. Every year, construction projects waste billions of dollars […]
Exploring the Role of Geotechnical Engineers in Successfully Integrating Your Project Plan
Geotechnical engineers play a vital role when it comes to the success of a construction project plan. If you need expert services to ensure that your land is ready for construction, you need a geotechnical engineer on the project! An Overview of the Geotechnical Engineer Position Geotechnical engineers address the geological and soil conditions of […]
Understanding The Process of Environmental Site Assessments
When a property is involved in a real estate transaction, especially if it’s going to be used for commercial purposes, it’s necessary to have professionals come in to determine the condition of the land. This includes at least a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, but it also can include a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment […]
Benefits of Having the Same Geotechnical & Environmental Consultant on Your Project
The importance of geotechnical and environmental considerations for your construction and development project cannot be overstated. A geotechnical engineering consultant ensures the stability and integrity of your structures. The environmental consultant working on your project manages the environmental risks associated with your project and analyzes important pieces of environmental data. In many cases, having the […]
When To Work With A Geotechnical Drilling Specialist
Geotechnical drilling specialists are often needed in a construction project’s early planning stages. Their expertise helps to identify potential ground-related problems that could occur long after the project has concluded. Earth Engineering has a team of specialists ready to provide data and recommendations for geotechnical construction in New Jersey and the surrounding region. Our site […]
What Are Geotechnical And Environmental Services?
Understanding the complexities of your construction project can be a struggle when certain problems arise. Geotechnical services can give you insight into the proper foundation that your project needs, the appropriate retention wall to build, earthworks, rock excavation, and groundwater control. Environmental services can help reduce the risks of environmental contamination and remedy the problem […]
What Happens Before A Building Is Constructed?
Before a building is constructed, a process must be followed to assess the site. Engineers provide various preliminary planning services to ensure that projects proceed smoothly and efficiently. The preconstruction phase of a project defines the parameters of the building project, bringing to light any possible problems or issues that may affect the project as […]
EEI’s Response to COVID-19
EEI is ready and equipped to perform the subsurface investigate or the construction inspection and testing services on your project site under the current COVID-19 Safety Guidelines. Click the link for the official document for PA – GUIDANCE FOR BUSINESSES IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY PERMITTED TO OPERATE DURING THE COVID-19 DISASTER EMERGENCY.
Central PA Office Expansion
We are excited to announce that our Central PA office has expanded! We have moved to a larger facility to better serve the needs of our growing list of clients. Still centrally located in Mechanicsburg, the new location will continue to service our clients throughout Cumberland, York, Dauphin, Franklin, and neighboring counties. Our new address […]