Geophysics

Geophysics is a non-invasive, low-cost way of discovering what lies below the surface. Our surveys can be performed for projects that need an understanding of what is underground, such as geological features, the water table, or even hidden voids like undisclosed gravesites.

Geophysical Methods

Our team can combine geophysics with intrusive methods in order to provide our clients with the optimum amount of information in a cost-effective package.

Click below to learn more about the science behind it all.

Multi-channel Analysis of Surface Waves (MASW)

Seismic Refraction Tomography (SRT)

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)

Concrete Scanning

Electrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT)

Geophysical Services

Subsurface stratigraphy and depth to bedrock mapping
Site period and classification
Seismic hazard assessment
Void and fracture mapping
Depth to water table
Landfill and contaminated land mapping
Saline intrusion and aquifer mapping
Landslide assessments
Locating buried objects
Utility mapping
Archaeological feature mapping

Add Colour to Your Ground Investigation

In the absence of any previous ground investigation, what lies below our feet is like a big black box.

Drilling a borehole, obtaining a Cone Penetration Test (CPT), or performing other invasive techniques will supply accurate ground information at specific point locations, BUT the rest of the ground is still widely unknown terrain.

By having our Geophysics team investigate and provide geophysical profiles, you will complement any necessary invasive investigations by having larger-scale ground information and variations.

How can our Geophysics team help you?

At Cook Costello, we believe the best way to serve our clients is by giving them the best understanding possible of their site.

We work closely with our clients, making a point to discuss the goals of the investigation and any potential limitations in our detailed proposal. We also gather all possible local and regional information to fully understand each site, its condition, and access. Finally, we supply all this information, and our findings, in a detailed report.

Our services can be accessed throughout New Zealand, for a wide variety of projects. We are a multi-disciplinary company so we can provide the whole package at a competitive price.