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From the Ground Up

From the Ground Up is Zannino Engineering’s educational series focused on geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, environmental services, and infrastructure systems that support construction projects throughout Virginia.

From soil testing and foundation recommendations to materials verification and special inspections, this series explores the work happening behind the scenes to help projects perform safely and successfully.

From the Ground Up: Subsurface Investigations

What’s Beneath the Surface Subsurface Investigations Before any structure can rise, its success depends on what lies beneath. A solid understanding of subsurface conditions can make the difference between a project that...

From the Ground Up: Foundation and Design Recommendations

Designing for the Ground Below: Foundation Recommendations That Last Foundation & Design Recommendations Before the first bucket of soil is moved, the foundation must be designed to match the ground it will...