About Solid Ground Engineering NC
Solid Ground Engineering NC (SGNC) is a consulting engineering firm based in Greensboro, North Carolina. We provide geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, environmental consulting, property condition assessments, and forensic engineering.
Our team combines technical knowledge, experience, and professional partnerships to support projects throughout their lifecycle. We focus on practical solutions, strong client relationships, quality work, and economical approaches to project challenges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Company and Industries
What does Solid Ground Engineering NC do?
We provide engineering consulting, testing, inspection, and assessment services. Our capabilities address ground conditions, construction materials, environmental concerns, property conditions, and investigations of engineering problems.
What industries and project types do your services support?
Our services support construction, real estate acquisition and development, property operations and maintenance, and building and bridge foundation projects. We also provide forensic engineering services related to litigation and insurance claims. Contact us to discuss the needs of your particular industry or project.
What is your approach to client service?
Our mission centers on engineering innovation and strong client relationships. We strive to deliver work that balances quality, usefulness, cost, and project timing.
Geotechnical Engineering
How does geotechnical engineering support foundation planning?
Our team evaluates soil suitability for foundations, helping identify safe, stable, and economical design solutions.
Do you provide geotechnical exploration and drilling?
Yes. Services include in-house drilling, laboratory testing, soil and rock analysis, and foundation design for buildings and bridges.
Do you evaluate slopes and sinkholes?
Yes. We offer slope stability analysis and design, sinkhole evaluation and repair, and instrumentation and monitoring.
Construction Materials Testing
What materials do you test?
Our technicians test construction materials and structural components. Our in-house laboratory provides physical testing of soil, concrete, aggregate, asphalt, and other building materials.
What concrete testing services are available?
We offer concrete mix designs, compression testing, slab moisture testing, floor flatness and levelness testing, and Windsor Probe testing.
Do you provide foundation and retaining wall testing?
Yes. We offer observation and testing for deep foundations, retaining walls, and post-tension systems.
Special Inspections and Team Qualifications
Do you provide construction special inspections?
Yes. Our team holds certifications from organizations including the International Code Council (ICC), American Concrete Institute (ACI), and American Welding Society (AWS).
What types of special inspections are available?
Services cover concrete, steel and bolting, masonry, soils, firestop, welding, wood framing, ground improvement, earth retention, earthwork, and deep foundations. We also provide construction quality assurance and quality control.
What professional qualifications does your team hold?
Our listed qualifications include ICC Master Special Inspector, ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician–Grade I, AWS Certified Welding Inspector, and IFC Firestop Special Inspector.
Does your team hold additional testing qualifications?
Yes. Listed qualifications also include concrete compressive strength testing, API 510 and API 570 inspection, and FACE Certified F-Number Technicians.
Environmental Consulting
What environmental services do you offer?
Services include Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, vapor intrusion and encroachment assessments, wetlands and stream evaluations, threatened and endangered species evaluations, and historic resources evaluations.
Do you offer Phase II Environmental Site Assessments?
Yes. We also provide remedial investigations and feasibility studies.
Do you provide asbestos, lead, mold, and storage tank services?
Yes. Our capabilities include asbestos, lead, mold, underground storage tank services, and brownfields redevelopment consulting.
Property Condition Assessments
Do you perform property condition assessments?
Yes. We perform property condition assessments (PCAs) following ASTM E2018. Reports can be customized for Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, and client-specific requirements.
What does a property condition assessment include?
A PCA includes document review and visual assessment of readily accessible building systems, physical components, and common areas.
Can a PCA be completed alongside an environmental assessment?
Yes. Our multidisciplinary team can coordinate a PCA with a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment.
Forensic Engineering
What forensic engineering services do you provide?
Services include investigations of foundation settlement, basement wall movement, slope failures, and fires, plus expert witness services, litigation support, blast surveys, and insurance claims support.
Location and Contact
Where is Solid Ground Engineering NC located?
Our office is at 311 Pomona Drive, Suite D, Greensboro, NC 27407.
How do I request a consultation?
Call (336) 501-0500, email jeff@solidgroundnc.co, or visit our Contact Us page.
How can I confirm service availability for my project?
Contact our Greensboro office with your project location and service needs to discuss availability and next steps.
Let’s Discuss Your Project
Learn more about our company, explore our engineering services, or contact Solid Ground Engineering NC to request a consultation.
Phone: (336) 501-0500
Email: jeff@solidgroundnc.co
Address: 311 Pomona Drive, Suite D, Greensboro, NC 27407
Website: www.solidgroundnc.co