News and Insights
From the Ground Up: Sheet and Shoring
Deep excavations require carefully designed temporary support systems to stabilize surrounding soil and protect nearby infrastructure. Learn how sheeting and shoring make complex construction projects possible...
Colonial Downs: Performance Starts Below the Surface
Opened in 1997, Colonial Downs became Virginia's first modern horse racing facility. Learn how geotechnical engineering, foundation design, construction materials testing, and track surface engineering helped bring the project to life...
Richmond Ice Box Opens in Chesterfield
A New Home for Ice Sports in Central Virginia The newly opened Richmond Ice Box is bringing expanded opportunities for hockey, figure skating, and community recreation to Central Virginia. Located in Chesterfield...
From the Ground Up: Water Quality Monitoring
Water quality monitoring helps protect streams, rivers, and groundwater during construction. Learn how sampling and testing support environmental compliance while allowing projects to move forward responsibly...
From the Ground Up: Retaining Walls
Retaining walls do more than hold back soil. They create usable space, stabilize slopes, reduce erosion, and protect nearby property and infrastructure. When designed for site-specific conditions, retaining walls provide long-term stability...
From the Ground Up: Exterior Insulation Finish Systems
Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS) help protect buildings from moisture and improve energy efficiency. Learn how inspections verify proper installation before the system is concealed...
From the Ground Up: Fireproofing Inspections
Fireproofing inspections verify that applied fire-resistant materials meet project requirements for thickness, density, bond strength, and performance before construction continues...
