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Geotechnical & Hydrogeological Engineering in Markham & the GTA

Reviewed by Fisher Engineering’s geotechnical engineers: Clive Wiggan, Ph.D., PMP, P.Eng. · Prashanta Kumar Saha, Ph.D., P.Eng. · Fariduddin Ahmed, P.Eng. · Rajinder Chahal, P.Eng. Meet the team

GEOTECHNICAL and HYDROGEOLOGICAL ENGINEERING IN Markham ON

In many cities and regional municipalities within the GTA, geotechnical & hydrogeology assessments are mandatory with site plan applications.

In any construction project, a strong foundation is important for the building structure. Geotechnical engineering is the essential service to determine the strength of the foundation. Fisher Engineering Limited provides complete environmental engineering and geotechnical solutions to the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. We are a full-service licensed geotechnical engineering firm specializing in many services, such as compaction and soil and asphalt testing.

Founded in 1987 and based in Markham, our team is well-equipped to address your project’s geotechnical engineering requirements. It can assist you with site evaluation, project plan preparations, and specifications for site development projects. If you require geotechnical engineering in Markham, York Region or the GTA, call us to discuss your project requirements with us.

Geotechnical drilling and soil sampling in Ontario

Hydrogeology

  • Preliminary screening (baseline/desktop study)
  • Planning applications
  • Well-design, installation, sampling, and abandonment
  • Permit to take water applications
Fisher’s hydrogeology team professionals are here to help evaluate your site’s watershed and water resources, including services related to the identification, evaluation, remediation, and protection of ground and surface water.
Fisher’s hydrogeological team has extensive experience with the completion of studies to support:

We are your one stop shop

  • Cut unnecessary duplication of services.
  • Help you gain the best “whole system” perspective for your project.
Geotechnical Engineering and Hydrogeology are just two of the many specialties we can offer our clients. Fisher Engineering Limited strongly feels that by providing Geotechnical and Hydrogeological services together with Environmental Engineering under one roof, we help you:

WHY DO YOU NEED GEOTECHNICAL?

Environmental site excavation and soil remediation work

Contractors

Contractors must know relevant regulatory and mandate changes before and during construction. These include:

  • Site assessments
  • Detailed investigation analysis
  • On-site inspections
Working with Fisher Engineering Limited ensures you are up-to-date.
Project consultation and engineering planning meeting

Banks

Banks are interested in Geotechnical reports if financing is required. 

Such reports are often in conjunction with environmental assessments (ESAs).

Working with Fisher Engineering Limited saves time and costs with all the required reports financial institutions request.

Engineering consultation at construction site

Developers

Developers who own or are prospecting property can combine their future geotechnical engineering and hydrogeology needs with their environmental assessment activities.

Working with Fisher Engineering Limited saves time and costs with simultaneous deep drilling and pre-construction analysis.

Geotechnical FAQ

What is a geotechnical investigation?

A geotechnical investigation drills boreholes on a site and tests the soil to tell a designer what the ground can support. The report gives bearing capacity, groundwater depth and foundation recommendations for the building.

Usually, yes. “Soil report” is the everyday name for a geotechnical report. Do not confuse it with an environmental soil test, which checks for contamination rather than strength.