Byer Geotechnical

At Byer Geotechnical, Inc., we take pride in our commitment to providing exceptional geotechnical and engineering geological services to our clients. With over 80 years of combined experience, our team of professionals is dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions to complex geologic and geotechnical site development conditions. Our mission is to provide geologic and geotechnical recommendations that meet or exceed the code requirements of the governing public agency, while meeting client needs and providing enhanced occupant safety.

Our Services

Our comprehensive range of services includes:

• Geologic & Soils Engineering Services: We provide geologic and soils engineering studies for office buildings, commercial and industrial properties, retail and entertainment projects, large and small residential developments, mixed-use projects, municipal airports, public works projects, private and public schools and universities, large retail centers, churches, and cemeteries.
• Fault Hazard Study Consultation Services: Our team of experts offers consultation services for fault hazard studies, including the preparation of fault hazard studies and reports.
• Field Observation During Grading: We provide field observation services during grading operations, including the observation of excavations and shoring by engineer and engineering technicians.
• Subsurface Exploration & Field Sampling: Our services include subsurface exploration and field sampling, including nuclear gauge testing, sand cone testing, downhole observation of the earth materials, and geologic mapping.
• Laboratory Analysis of Earth Material: We offer laboratory analysis of earth material, including Atterberg limits, Consols - time consols, Expansion Index, Grain size analysis, Maximum density 4" & 6" Molds, Moisture & density Remolded Saturated Shears - slow and repeat, Hydrometers, and Specific Gravity.
• Consultation Services: Our team provides consultation services for architects, civil and structural engineers, and real estate professionals.
• Consultation for Large Master Plan Projects: We offer consultation services for large master plan projects, including residential and commercial developments.
• Residential Distress Evaluation: Our team evaluates residential distress, including third-party reviews of grading and construction projects.
• Expert Witness Geologic/Geotechnical: We provide expert witness geologic/geotechnical services, including earthquake damage assessment and real estate purchase reports.
• Field Observation during Grading: Our team observes excavations and shoring during grading operations.
• Grading Observation of Excavations and Shoring: We provide grading observation of excavations and shoring by engineer and engineering technicians.
• Subsurface Exploration & Field Sampling: Our services include subsurface exploration and field sampling, including nuclear gauge testing, sand cone testing, downhole observation of the earth materials, and geologic mapping.
• Consultation for Insurance Claims: We provide consultation services for insurance claims, including third-party reviews of grading and construction projects.

Meet Our Team

Our team of professionals includes experienced geologists, engineers, and support staff, with over 80 years of combined experience in geotechnical and engineering geological services. Our staff is committed to providing exceptional customer service, while delivering high-quality solutions to our clients.

View Our Projects

We have completed numerous projects for our clients, including the McGregor Company, Grifols Westfield Corporation, Inc., and J.H. Snyder. Please visit our website to view our complete list of projects and services.