Soil and ground conditions beneath a structure are often the hidden forces driving distress, foundation movement, and loss of structural performance. Expansive clay heave, differential settlement, collapsible soils, soluble soils, and unwanted water infiltration can cause foundation damage long before symptoms appear. Basecamp approaches these problems holistically, evaluating surface drainage, foundation design and loads, geologic conditions, and subsurface soil preparation. Our multidisciplinary team identifies how soil, rock, moisture, and construction decisions converge to create movement. We assess the extent and progression of distress, determine root causes, and distinguish natural soil behavior from design or construction deficiencies to provide clear, defensible conclusions.
Basecamp’s geotechnical engineers and geologists bring more than 100 years of combined experience in soil testing, foundation analysis, geologic evaluation, and design of repairs and retrofits for distressed structures. Our team utilizes industry standards from the IRC, IBC, ACI, FPA, and NAHB to interpret foundation conditions and evaluate performance. We have conducted thousands of investigations involving soil‑structure interaction and have testified in hundreds of cases involving expansive soils, settlement, moisture imbalance, and geotechnical failures. When repairs are needed, Basecamp provides cost‑of‑repair assessments, repair design, and owner’s representative services to help clients restore structural stability, resolve disputes, and reduce long‑term risk.