Our Services
Welcome to our world…
Guiding You Every Step Of The Way.
At Abbeydale BEC we're here to help you every step of the way, no matter what stage of a development you're at, or what "Phase" in the investigation process.
Ground Investigation is often seen as only being needed to get planning permission, but good quality ground investigation has much more widespread benefits; like these 👉🏻
Understand the risks ✅
Reduce unknowns ✅
Better budgeting ✅
Reduce site waste ✅
Sustainable construction ✅
Know your legal liabilities ✅
Get design information ✅
At Abbeydale BEC we look at most things up to ground level, as well as a few things above too!
Phase 1 Desk Studies
Bringing together all the available information on a site is the first phase of investigation, known as a Desk Study
Phase 2 Ground Investigation
At "Phase 2" we take the assessment further by carrying out intrusive investigation and laboratory testing to refine and understand the potential risks in greater detail.
Remediation Method Statements
Generally considered as "Phase 3" in the investigation process, a Remediation Method Statement outlines what needs to be done to make a site "suitable for use".
Verification Reports
Once the agreed remediation and validation works have been completed a Verification Report is prepared to confirm that the site is considered to be "suitable for use" for sign-off.
Flood Risk Assessments
If a site is within a defined flood risk zone or over a certain size, a Flood Risk Assessment lets you assess and understand what sources of flooding might be a problem and what can be done to reduce the risk of flooding at the site.
Mining Risk Assessments & Investigations
Determining whether a site has the potential to be affected by past mining activity is vital.
At Abbeydale BEC we provide a comprehensive assessment using a range of information sources and archive records to help determine if a site is likely to be affected by past mining activity.
If necessary intrusive shallow mining investigations are then undertaken; often this needs us to obtain a special permit to drill from regulators such as The Coal Authority.
Soakaway Feasibility & Investigation
Wherever possible, it is often required to utilise soakaway drainage for a development.
At Abbeydale BEC, we're able to assess whether soakaways may be feasible and carry out in-situ soakaway testing.
Geotechnical Assessments
At Abbeydale BEC, we have a wealth of experience preparing geotechnical and engineering assessments.
These regularly include earthworks assessments, slope stability investigations and geotechnical assessments for proposed new highways.
Ground Source Heating Assessments
Ground Source Heating is a way of providing renewable heat directly from the geology beneath us.
Abbeydale BEC are able to look at the anticipated geology and the most efficient ground loop collector configuration based on the geology beneath your site.
Want to Know How We Work?
We fully understand that the Ground Investigation process can be quite daunghting, especially if it's the first time you've had to do it.
At Abbeydale BEC we like to make things as transparent & easy as possible, taking the time to make sure that our clients know what's happening and guiding them every step of the way.
Want to speak to us about anything?
Feel free to ☎ us on 01924 376622 & one of our team will get back to you as soon as possible. Or if you prefer, get in touch with us via email👇🏻