Soil Testing Benalla

Trust the Locals for Your Site Classification and Soil Testing Needs

At Smolders Geotechnical Pty Ltd, we provide expert geotechnical soil testing from our Wangaratta office, servicing Benalla and the surrounding areas. Our comprehensive reports include all necessary footing recommendations to meet your building permit requirements.

Why Choose Smolders Geotechnical?

• Over 30 years of combined experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Fully qualified engineering geologists and geotechnical engineers.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including Professional Indemnity and Public Liability.
• Extensive expertise in residential and commercial developments.
• Equipped with a diverse range of specialist drilling and testing tools.
• Members of the Foundations and Footing Society Victoria, Australian Geomechanics Society, and the Australian Institute of Geoscientists.
• Fast, reliable, and thorough service tailored to your project needs, including challenging or tight-access sites.

Common Projects Requiring Soil Testing:

• New homes and unit developments
• Extensions and upper-story additions
• Garages, sheds, and pools
• Fences, retaining walls, and decks
• Dual occupancy projects

Specialized Equipment for All Site Conditions:

• Handheld augers and push tubes for walk-in access only
• Tight-access tracked rigs (fit through 800mm gates)
• Trailer-mounted drilling rigs for low headroom areas
• 4×4 LandCruiser rigs for standard site testing up to 10m depth
• 4×4 truck-mounted rigs for deeper testing needs

Let Smolders Geotechnical be your first step toward a successful build with expert soil testing and site classification tailored to your project.