Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspections

Materials testing and Inspection Services verify that construction materials within new elements meet the project approved plans and specifications, and confirm that the designer’s intent is met.  These include testing and inspection of earthwork, shallow & deep foundations, concrete, sheeting and shoring, masonry, reinforcement steel, structural steel, post-tensioning, fireproofing, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS), roofing, and asphalt pavement. Accurate and reliable test results are absolute necessities for successful completion of any project, and require proper quality control. MTI staff has experience in providing these services for numerous projects of different type and sizes over the past 30 years.

The services are listed below.  In addition, MTI can design specialized tests to meet your project unique needs.

Foundation Construction Observations and Inspection

Fill Placement and Compaction Testing  

Concrete Strength Testing, Mix Designs, and in-place Strength Evaluations

Concrete Batch Plant Inspection

Post-tensioning and Reinforcing Steel inspection

Pavement Construction Inspection

Inspection of Masonry Construction

Mortar and Grout Testing

Fireproofing Inspection and Testing

Steel Fabrication, Milling, and Erection Inspection

Weld Inspection and Testing

Nondestructive Examination (NDE)*

Plant Inspection for Premanufactured Products

Curtain Wall Inspection and Testing

Waterproofing Inspection and Testing

Exterior Insulation Finnish System (EIFS)Inspection