MCD Ground Solutions

MCD Ground Solutions provides ground investigation and surveying support for construction and development projects in Portsmouth and across the UK. Its work is aimed at clients who need dependable technical information before, during or alongside construction activity.

The company offers drilling and probing services using a varied fleet of rigs, including window sampling and concrete coring. Its in-situ testing work includes plate load testing, BRE 365 soakaway tests, soil sampling and logging, dynamic probing and TRL dynamic cone penetrometer testing. These services help clients understand ground strength, permeability and site conditions.

MCD also provides monitoring and sampling services for existing wells and standpipes, including groundwater and ground-gas monitoring, stockpile sampling and validation sampling. Its utility surveying team undertakes utility clearance, full utility mapping, PAS 128 and CCTV drainage surveys, while land surveying services include topographical surveys.

The business works with geo-environmental consultants, civil engineers, developers, architects and project managers. Clients can draw on experienced operatives, technicians, engineers and surveyors, supported by modern equipment and an emphasis on responsive, practical delivery. The Portsmouth depot supports projects throughout the South, including Hampshire and neighbouring counties.