GroundSearch

GroundSearch is a specialist hard-rock drilling contractor founded by proprietor Mike Bawden in 1997. Operating throughout Cornwall and Devon, the business provides practical drilling support for mining consultants, ground investigation work and specialist construction projects.

Its services include mining investigations and mineral exploration, with drilling equipment and personnel supplied to mining consultants across Cornwall. GroundSearch also installs monitoring pipework and drills and installs closed-loop systems for ground-source heat-pump manufacturers, supporting both monitoring and renewable-energy projects.

For site investigations, the company operates rotary drilling rigs and equipment suitable for window sampling, Odex, SPT and coring. Its specialist contracting work includes rotary Odex steel-cased piles up to 200mm in diameter, together with wireline and conventional diamond coring systems capable of reaching 150 metres.

The business presents itself as an experienced, equipment-led contractor able to discuss individual contracts requiring additional rigs or specialist equipment. That makes it a useful partner for consultants and project teams needing focused drilling capability, reliable site support and specialist access to hard-rock investigation services.