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24 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Geotechnical Engineering & Testing Services
Foundation Test Group, Inc. has been delivering efficient, cost-effective geotechnical engineering solutions since 2002. Our team of certified engineers, geologists, and technicians specializes in deep foundation testing, construction materials analysis, and geotechnical instrumentation, combining decades of field experience with state-of-the-art technologies. We prioritize safety, sustainability, and innovation in every project phase, from initial design to final delivery. Our expertise spans infrastructure projects valued at trillions in GDP, serving both public and private sectors across the Mid-Atlantic, New England, and Southeast regions. As a certified Women-Owned Business (WBE 03-352), we emphasize ethical practices, client collaboration, and tailored solutions that align with project-specific goals.Our commitment to professional development ensures staff maintain technical excellence through licensing, training, and experiential learning. We validate structural integrity using advanced methods like Cross-hole Sonic Logging (CSL) and Load Testing, while our remediation services address foundation defects with cost-effective strategies. Our reputation for reliability is evidenced by long-term client relationships and successful project completions, including complex infrastructure like bridges and reservoirs. We maintain transparency in operations, adhering to strict quality control standards and environmental stewardship principles.
Services
Geotechnical Instrumentation
Construction Materials Testing
Cross-hole Sonic Logging
Load Testing
Deep Foundation Remediation
Drone Services
Thermal Integrity Profiling
Dynamic Testing
Pre-Construction Surveys
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in geotechnical engineering and testing.
- Our team uses state-of-the-art technologies for accurate data collection.
- We are a certified Women-Owned Business (WBE 03-352).
- Our services span from New England to the South, east of the Mississippi.
- We offer comprehensive geotechnical instrumentation and load testing services.
Associations and certifications
- Women-Owned Business (WBE)
What people say
Invaluable technical services
Never let us down
Commitment to client needs
Expertise in foundation testing
Cost-effective remediation solutions
Services
Construction Materials Testing
Our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) services ensure compliance with industry standards through soil, concrete, and steel analysis. Certified technicians perform nuclear density testing, concrete sampling, and reinforcing steel inspections using advanced field equipment. We provide real-time QA/QC reporting to verify material properties meet project specifications during construction phases.
Cross-hole Sonic Logging
Cross-hole Sonic Logging (CSL) evaluates deep foundation integrity by measuring ultrasonic wave velocities between embedded tubes. Our engineers perform over 1,000 annual tests to detect voids, necking, or soil intrusions in drilled shafts, with tomographic analysis for defect characterization.
Deep Foundation Remediation
We design cost-effective remediation solutions for defective foundations using CSL/PIT test data. Our experts analyze structural impacts and implement repairs like grouting or reinforcement, having successfully resolved over 300 foundation issues for state agencies and commercial clients.
Geotechnical Instrumentation
Our geotechnical instrumentation services include designing and installing piezometers, inclinometers, and load cells for real-time subsurface monitoring. Automated systems track settlement, vibration, and structural performance in projects ranging from bridges to retaining walls.
Load Testing
We conduct axial, lateral, and bi-directional load tests up to 2,000 kips using static, dynamic, and Statnamic methods. Strain gauge data separates side shear from end bearing capacity, enabling optimized foundation designs for drilled shafts and piles.
People
Diana L. Goodwin
President
Diana Goodwin founded FTG in 2002 as a certified WBE. With a Master's in Construction Engineering, she leads with 20+ years of field experience, emphasizing core values and diversity in project execution.
Jeffrey W. Goodwin
Chief Engineer
A registered PE in 15+ states, Jeff Goodwin specializes in deep foundations with 30+ years of experience. He pioneered advanced testing methods and remediation strategies adopted industry-wide.
Kevin E. Tehansky
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Kevin Tehansky manages geotechnical projects with expertise in instrumentation and load testing. He holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering and 10+ years of experience in foundation design.
Questions
What geotechnical services does Foundation Test Group offer?
We provide construction materials testing, cross-hole sonic logging, load testing, deep foundation remediation, geotechnical instrumentation, and drone services for infrastructure projects.
Is Foundation Test Group certified as a women-owned business?
Yes, we are a certified Women-Owned Business (WBE 03-352) with expertise in geotechnical engineering since 2002.
What regions does FTG serve?
We operate across the Mid-Atlantic, New England, and Southeast United States, east of the Mississippi River.
Does FTG offer emergency foundation testing services?
Yes, we provide emergency slab scans and rapid response for critical foundation integrity assessments.
How does FTG ensure testing accuracy?
We use state-of-the-art technologies like CSL, thermal integrity profiling, and automated data loggers for precise, repeatable results.
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