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Phase 2 Ground Investigation

A Phase 2 Ground Investigation is a crucial step for anyone looking to develop land, whether for residential, commercial, or industrial purposes. This in-depth Intrusive Site Investigation involves sampling and testing soil, groundwater, and sometimes gas to assess contamination risks and geotechnical conditions. Developers, landowners, and businesses seeking planning approval or due diligence benefit from this process, as it ensures the land is safe, stable, and suitable for construction. Also referred to as a Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) or Contaminated Land Survey, this investigation helps identify potential contaminants, such as heavy metals, hydrocarbons, or asbestos, that could pose environmental or health risks. A Geotechnical Site Investigation aspect evaluates ground conditions to inform foundation design, slope stability, and drainage solutions. Essential for Brownfield Site Investigation, these assessments are often required by local authorities and regulatory bodies to meet environmental compliance and planning conditions. If you need expert advice on Soil & Groundwater Investigation for your project, our experienced consultants provide tailored, reliable solutions to help you navigate regulations and proceed with confidence.

Dig (or drill, bore or probe) a little deeper…
Service Type:
Investigation
Service Level:
core
Phase 2 Ground Investigation work in Wakefield, Yorkshire. An extractor is digging a large hole as part of a site investigation.

With Our Phase 2 Ground Investigation We Reduce Unknowns And Provide The Information You Really Need.

Digging deeper

The objective of a Ground Investigation is to confirm the actual ground conditions present & reduce the overall risk of developing. It's that simple! Most of the potential risks when developing a site are associated with the ground conditions - it's where there's the biggest chance for variability. If not identified & understood from early on in a project they can be very costly down the line, especially if it leads to a contractor being stood on site or having to change design part way through construction works.

At Abbeydale Geoscience we often look at multiple different aspects within the scope of a Phase 2 Ground Investigation, all tailored to the geological conditions beneath a site so that you understand the ground you have to work with as early as possible in the development process.

Here are just a few of the most common things we look at...

Geotechnical

The ground conditions are fundamental when deciding how best to build on a site; foundations, floor slabs, highway design & drainage just a few topics.

Geo-environmental

Knowing the potential risks to future receptors from potential contamination is key: are the existing soils suitable or are there any risks from ground gases?

Mining Risks

Many areas of the UK are at risk of potential historical mining features that need to be understood & remediated to make them safe before developing a site.

We regularly use a variety of different investigation techniques. This depends on what ground conditions we’re anticipating and what level of information is needed about the geological conditions beneath a site.

Trial Pitting

For a good look at the shallow ground conditions & to assess how easy (or hard!) the ground is to dig for development works.

Window Sampling

To examine the shallow soils, carry out in-situ strength or where access is difficult, window sample holes are the ideal choice. Probably the most commonly used ground investigation technique.

Boreholes

Where required deeper boreholes can be drilled or percussion bored into the ground; especially useful where bedrock is deeper.

Designed with ❤️ for you

Normally a Phase 2 Ground Investigation will involve carrying out a series of exploratory holes to confirm the ground conditions & allow us to take samples of the soil and weathered rock.

  • Samples are then normally sent off for laboratory testing to assess the levels of contaminants within the strata.
  • This provides information on the geotechnical properties of the strata.
  • What we need to do depends on what we find & what you're proposing to do.

As independent consultants we take the time & care to specify a Ground Investigation that is aimed to get you the right amount of geotechnical & environmental information that you need to inform the risk assessment process.

Phase 2 site investigation and phase 2 ground investigation in Wakefield, Sheffield, Doncaster, Leeds, York, Bradford, and all of Yorkshire.

We are proud to offer our Phase 2 Ground Investigation across Yorkshire and the wider United Kingdom

Do you need top quality, cost-effective, geotechnical and geo-engineering services, near you? Do you like working with a small but professional local business? Do you want to be treated like a human being and not an invoice number? Do you want to work with people who genuinely care about your site or project?

We thought so and we look forward to working with you!

Abbeydale Geoscience operate across the entire Yorkshire area and the wider United Kingdom. Below is a list of some of the many areas locally that we provide and have provided our Phase 2 Ground Investigation services. We are proud of our heritage as a small West Yorkshire based business.

West Yorkshire

  • Wakefield
  • Leeds
  • Bradford
  • Huddersfield
  • Halifax
  • Dewsbury
  • Pudsey
  • Pontefract
  • Castleford
  • Ossett
  • Morley
  • Brighouse

North Yorkshire

  • York
  • Ripon
  • Harrogate
  • Scarborough
  • Northallerton
  • Whitby
  • Selby
  • Skipton
  • Knaresborough
  • Filey
  • Pickereing
  • Tadcaster

South Yorkshire

  • Sheffield
  • Rotherham
  • Doncaster
  • Barnsley
  • Wath upon Dearne
  • Bentley
  • Wombwell
  • Chapeltown
  • Maltby
  • Mexborough
  • Thorne
  • Stainforth

East Yorkshire

  • Kingston-upon-Hull
  • Bridlington
  • Beverley
  • Goole
  • Cottingham
  • Hessle
  • Driffield
  • Anlaby
  • Hornsea
  • Pocklington
  • Willerby
  • Withernsea

Need Some Help With Phase 2 Ground Investigation?

There are so many reasons why Abbeydale Geoscience are the perfect choice for Phase 2 Ground Investigation... but we'll just list a few:

  • Honest, friendly and down to earth service from a team who care about you and your project. We're sure you'll find this refreshing in this day and age!
  • Phase 2 Ground Investigation carried out to a professional level by an experienced and robust geoscience team. We do it all, without any cutting of corners.
  • We provide what you need and nothing more. We don't do upselling or pushing services you don't require. We would much rather have a valued client's loyalty and repeat business.

A first class Phase 2 Ground Investigation service

Get in touch now. Are you looking for the highest quality geotechnical and geo-environmental services near you? Just use the contact details below. Ask us about our professional Phase 2 Ground Investigation service.

Phase 2 Ground Investigation work in Wakefield, Yorkshire. An extractor is digging a large hole as part of a site investigation.

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