In Bangalore’s rapidly growing urban and infrastructure landscape, soil testing is a vital step before any construction begins. Whether it’s a residential building, commercial project, industrial site, or infrastructure work, understanding the soil characteristics helps engineers design safe and stable foundations.
In Bangalore’s rapidly growing urban and infrastructure landscape, soil testing is a vital step before any construction begins. Whether it’s a residential building, commercial project, industrial site, or infrastructure work, understanding the soil characteristics helps engineers design safe and stable foundations.
Bangalore’s diverse and layered soil profiles—ranging from laterite, clayey soil, to decomposed granite—demand customized engineering decisions. Improper soil analysis can lead to:
Uneven settlement
Structural cracks
Foundation failure
Increased construction costs
Hence, soil testing is mandatory for new construction, extensions, and piling works.
Our soil testing services include a comprehensive range of field and laboratory tests:
Standard Penetration Test (SPT)
Cone Penetration Test (CPT)
Dynamic Cone Penetration Test (DCPT)
Trial Pit / Borehole Logging
In-situ Density Test
Percolation Test for septic systems
Grain Size Analysis (Sieve & Hydrometer)
Atterberg Limits (Liquid, Plastic, Shrinkage)
Moisture Content & Specific Gravity
Unconfined Compression Test (UCC)
Direct Shear Test
Triaxial Compression Test
California Bearing Ratio (CBR) Test
Compaction Proctor Test
Civil Engineers & Architects
Real Estate Developers
Homeowners planning new construction
Government Infrastructure Projects
Industrial/Factory Buildings
Pile Foundation Contractors
Site Visit & Borehole Drilling
(1 to 3 boreholes depending on plot size & structure load)
Sampling & Logging
Soil samples are extracted at various depths for analysis.
Laboratory Testing
All tests are conducted as per IS Code standards (IS: 2720 series, IS: 1892).
Reporting
You receive a detailed soil investigation report including:
Soil profile
Bearing capacity (SBC)
Foundation recommendations
Groundwater table info
Excavation depth suggestions
Reliable geotechnical insights
Fast reporting within 3–7 days
Affordable pricing for plots and large projects
On-site field supervision
Fully equipped NABL-approved laboratory support
Recommendations for pile or shallow foundation type
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Ace Geotech and Infra is one of the Leading Pile Foundation Company in Bangalore with over a two decade of experience in various kinds of Piling Work
Ace Geotech and Infra is one of the Leading Pile Foundation Company in Bangalore with over a two decade of experience in various kinds of Piling Work
Ace Geotech and Infra is one of the Leading Pile Foundation Company in Bangalore with over a two decade of experience in various kinds of Piling Work
Ace Geotech and Infra is one of the Leading Pile Foundation Company in Bangalore with over a two decade of experience in various kinds of Piling Work.
Pile foundation is a deep foundation used when the surface soil is not strong enough to support structures. It's commonly used in Bangalore due to weak or clayey soils in many areas.
Bored cast-in-situ piles, driven piles, micro piles, and under-reamed piles are commonly used, depending on soil conditions.
Depending on the type and number of piles, it can range from a few days to weeks.
Soil testing reveals the soil's load-bearing capacity, composition, and moisture content, which are essential for designing a safe foundation.
Basic soil testing costs range from ₹6,000 to ₹ 50,000, depending on the depth and number of boreholes.
Reports are usually delivered within 3 to 7 working days.
Micro piles are small-diameter piles used in restricted access areas or for retrofitting old structures with foundation issues.
Ideal for strengthening foundations in congested or low headroom sites, which is often the case in urban Bangalore.
Dewatering removes excess water from construction sites, especially in areas with a high water table like many Bangalore localities.
A diaphragm wall is a reinforced concrete wall built for deep excavations in congested urban areas like Bangalore. It's used in metro, basement, and underpass constructions.
Yes, especially in soft or water-logged soils where retaining systems are crucial during excavation.
Sheet piling involves driving prefabricated sheets into the ground to form a retaining wall. It’s fast, reusable, and ideal for temporary excavation supports.
Sheet piling is better suited for softer soils. For rocky soils, alternative methods like secant or diaphragm walls may be more effective.
Shotcreting is the process of spraying concrete onto surfaces using high-pressure nozzles. It’s used for slope stabilization and retaining walls.
Shotcrete is durable and highly resistant to weathering, making it suitable for Bangalore’s moderate climate.
Soil nailing involves reinforcing soil slopes or excavations by inserting steel bars (nails) and covering with shotcrete for stability.
Commonly used in highway cuttings, basements, flyover approaches, and hilly construction areas around the city.
Common methods include well-point systems, deep wells, and sump pumping.
Ace Geotech and Infra is one of the Leading Pile Foundation Company in Bangalore with over a two decade of experience in various kinds of Piling Work.