Business Details
We began operations in 2011 as Gulf South Engineering & Testing. Our headquarters is located in Kenner, Louisiana, with additional offices in Gonzales, Shreveport, and Mississippi. We bring together more than sixty years of combined experience among our principals and key employees. Our team has successfully completed thousands of geotechnical and construction materials testing projects. We specialize in a broad range of geotechnical engineering services, including foundations, slope stability, and pavement design. Our expertise extends to construction materials testing and inspection for concrete, asphalt, soil, and steel.
We are a certified womanowned small business and hold Hudson Initiative Certification. Our laboratory is USACE Validated and AASHTO Accredited, ensuring compliance with industry standards. We maintain licensure to practice engineering in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Arkansas, and Alabama. Our commitment is to deliver the highest quality professional and technical services with a constant focus on client needs. We uphold safety and integrity from technicians to owners, guiding every project from start to finish.
We are a certified womanowned small business and hold Hudson Initiative Certification. Our laboratory is USACE Validated and AASHTO Accredited, ensuring compliance with industry standards. We maintain licensure to practice engineering in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Arkansas, and Alabama. Our commitment is to deliver the highest quality professional and technical services with a constant focus on client needs. We uphold safety and integrity from technicians to owners, guiding every project from start to finish.
Highlights and features
- We have been providing geotechnical services since 2011.
- Our team holds over sixty years of combined engineering experience.
- We have completed thousands of geotechnical and materials testing projects.
- Our lab is USACE validated and AASHTO accredited.
- We are licensed to practice engineering in five states.
Services
Shallow and Deep Foundations
We design and analyze shallow and deep foundations for buildings, bridges, and infrastructure projects. Our geotechnical engineers evaluate soil conditions to recommend appropriate foundation types and depths. This service ensures structural safety, reduces settlement risk, and meets local building code requirements.
Slope Stability Analyses
We perform slope stability analyses to assess the safety of embankments, levees, and natural slopes. Our engineers use limit equilibrium methods and sitespecific soil data to calculate factor of safety. Results help clients prevent landslides, design stable slopes, and comply with regulatory standards.
Concrete Testing and Inspection
We conduct concrete testing and inspection to verify mix design, strength, and durability. Our certified technicians perform field sampling, lab compression tests, and nondestructive evaluation per ASTM standards. This ensures quality control, reduces construction defects, and provides documentation for project approval.
Asphalt Testing
We provide asphalt testing to evaluate mix properties, pavement performance, and resistance to rutting. Our laboratory follows ASTM procedures for Marshall stability, density, and moisture sensitivity analysis. Results help clients design longerlasting pavements, optimize material usage, and meet agency specifications.
Pile/Shaft Load Tests
We conduct pile and shaft load tests to verify axial capacity and structural integrity. Our technicians install instrumentation, apply incremental loads, and record settlement or movement data. This service confirms design assumptions, reduces risk of foundation failure, and supports safe construction practices.
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