Guide To Soil Liquefaction
July 14, 2022
Soil liquefaction is a geological phenomenon that changes the structure of the Earth’s soil. External stressors loosen the soil particles, changing the ground into a
Why Should You Hire a Geologist?
February 14, 2022
A geologist ensures the safety of the ground you are building on by testing for groundwater, percolation, soil gas, and other government-required tests. Hiring a
What Is A Methane Mitigation Barrier Installation?
March 16, 2020
If you’re involved in a construction project or building rehab, chances are you’ve heard an important phrase floating around: methane barrier installation. These three words
Alabama Hills: A California Geological Treasure
January 15, 2020
On the eastern slope of the Sierras, just three hours north of Los Angeles, lies the deceptively-named “Alabama Hills” — a wonder of geology and
Soil Engineering Reports: Why You Need Them and How They Work
July 29, 2019
Also known as soils reports and geotechnical investigations, soil engineering reports are investigations undertaken by geotechnical engineers to discover the properties of soil and earthworks
What Are Sinkholes, And Why Do They Form?
June 25, 2019
The name speaks for itself: a sinkhole is a hole that has formed from the originally normal ground that has sunk in, but how and
What Is Farming Carbon Capture?
May 28, 2019
In recent years, discussions surrounding climate change have focused on agriculture, and animal agriculture in particular. The amount of methane emitted from livestock accounts for
Storms Bring Mudslides, Home Damage To California
February 26, 2019
As witnessed by the recent weather events of scorching wildfires and damaging rain, mudslides are a very real and present danger to California residents. Heavy
All Geotechnics Is Local
February 1, 2019
Many of us have heard this famous expression: “All Politics is Local.” Incidentally, the same idea applies to the geotechnical and environmental engineering profession. In
What Are “Modified” Soils Reports?
January 11, 2019
Considering some new construction on your home? Here’s something you should definitely familiarize yourself with: some jurisdictions (such as the city of Glendale) allow for
