Fast, accurate site classification reports for builders, certifiers, and home-owners across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and surrounds.
All new buildings and extensions require a site soil test and classification report to Australian Standard AS 2870. We provide complete, council-ready site classification reports to ensure the correct foundation design is specified for your project.
We service residential builders, private certifiers, town planners, and home-owners lodging development applications across South East Queensland.
Comprehensive geotechnical and environmental testing services — delivered efficiently in a single site visit wherever possible.
AS 2870 compliant soil investigation and classification reports for all new buildings and extensions. Council-ready, fast turnaround.
Preliminary assessment and detailed investigation for development applications in acid sulfate soil risk areas across SEQ. We collect soil samples on-site and provide a clear result for your DA submission.
AS 4055 wind classification assessments for residential buildings. Determines the correct wind class for your site to meet building code requirements.
Complete on-site wastewater system design and soil percolation testing to AS 1547 and the Queensland Plumbing and Wastewater Code. Required for new dwellings, granny flats, and bedroom additions.
Shallow groundwater standpipe installation and manual groundwater level monitoring. Commonly completed alongside a soil test. Final pricing depends on depth, access, surface finish, and whether a return visit is required.
We make the process straightforward — from booking to receiving your certified report.
Fill in our quick quote form or call us directly. We'll confirm your booking and site details within a few hours.
Our trained and experienced field technician visits your site and conducts drilling and soil sampling using calibrated equipment.
Your certified, council-ready report is delivered digitally promptly after the site visit.
Express Soil Testing is an independent engineering geology and environmental consulting firm servicing South East Queensland. We provide geotechnical investigation, site classification, acid sulfate soil assessment, and wastewater design services for residential builders, architects, engineers, private certifiers, and home-owners.
As QBCC licenced site classifiers (Licence 1307190), we are fully insured professionals committed to accurate, council-ready reporting and competitive rates.
Professional Indemnity & Public Liability
Licence No. 1307190
Over 10,000 reports completed across South East Queensland.
“Super quick delivery. Tim and his team took a phone call on a Monday, site attendance the next day, and test results provided within a week. Highly recommend.”
“My booking and report were all completed within the week. Not being an expert in soil myself, I had some queries and Tim was very helpful and thorough in explaining the details of my report.”
“Quick turnaround, Tim is always very helpful, and the reports are easy to read, concise and relevant.”
