Groundworks
Ground Investigations:
Ground investigation surveys determine the ground conditions of a site prior to construction work being started with the intention of reducing hidden risks that could result in programme delays or impact on costs.
Foundations:
The element of a building which connects it to the ground and transfers the loads from the building to the ground, providing structural stability. Foundations can be deep or shallow and formed in a variety of ways including strip, pad, raft, piles, diaphragm and caisson.
Site Clearance:
Site clearance involves the removal of existing buildings, waste, vegetation and topsoil prior to construction activity commencing.
Retaining Walls:
Used for the lateral support of soil so that it can be retained on one side, preventing collapse or erosion. Can be formed using a variety of materials and techniques.
Utilities:
Provision of temporary and permanent services required to operate both a construction site and the resulting structure, i.e. electricity, gas, water, broadband.
Hard Landscaping:
Installation of hard materials to create features such as paths, walls, fences, pergolas, patios, decking and water features.
Drainage:
Temporary and permanent solutions for the provision and management of fresh and waste water.
Specialist Tunnelling:
Specialist techniques for underground construction and tunnel excavation.
Surfacing Roads and Carparks:
Application of various surfacing solutions including tarmacadam, asphalt, concrete resin-bound materials.
Block Paving:
Installation of bricks or blocks to provide an attractive / decorative pathway or driveway.
Civil Engineering
Bulk Excavations:
Removal of large amount of soil, rock and other materials from site to prepare it for construction.
Enabling Works:
Preparation of site in readiness for construction including fencing, access routes, site cabins and signage.
Highways and Infrastructure:
Provision of a range of services for highways and infrastructure works including roads, bridges and canal works.