McCallum Testing Laboratories

Serving Individuals, Businesses, and Governmental Organizations Since 1928

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About the firm

McCallum Testing Laboratories provides comprehensive construction inspection and testing services to a diverse range of clients in Southeastern Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina. Established in 1928, it specializes in field inspection and testing, geotechnical engineering, drilling, laboratory testing of concrete, asphalt, and soil, as well as environmental consulting. It serves developers, contractors, public entities, and state and federal agencies.

Established
1928
Team
Small
Firm type
Geotechnical Engineering · Environmental Engineering · Materials Testing

People

Charlotte M. EbbertPresident and Environmental Services Manager

Jon W. EbbertChief Engineer

Alex KinlochLaboratory Supervisor

Christopher EschProject Geologist

Marvin SmithProject Geologist

Pete KeaneProject Manager

R. Wayne KendrickStaff Engineer

Tyler J. LeggProject Geologist / Asbestos Inspector

Capabilities

Geotechnical Engineering

Subsurface investigation and soil analysis to develop foundation recommendations for commercial, industrial, and residential structures.

Drilling

Rotary and auger drilling operations utilizing specialized rigs to collect soil and water samples and install groundwater monitoring wells.

Field Inspection and Testing

Field teams verify construction materials and site work against project requirements.

  • Construction Materials Testing

    Testing evaluates construction materials used in active field work.

  • Design Specification Compliance

    Inspections check field conditions against project specifications.

  • Building Code Review

    Review supports compliance with applicable building code requirements.

  • Municipal Ordinance Coordination

    Coordination addresses local ordinance requirements during field work.

Laboratory Testing

Comprehensive material testing services conducted in an in-house facility to verify compliance with construction standards.

  • In-house Concrete Testing

    Laboratory testing of concrete specimens to evaluate compressive strength and other physical properties.

  • Asphalt Testing

    Laboratory analysis of asphalt materials to verify mixture compliance and performance characteristics.

  • Soil Testing

    Laboratory evaluation of soil properties, including compaction, classification, and strength testing.

Environmental Consulting

Assessment and compliance work helps properties address environmental conditions.

  • Phase I Environmental Site Assessments

    Phase I assessments screen properties for recognized environmental conditions.

  • Phase II Environmental Site Assessments

    Phase II work investigates potential environmental concerns with additional testing.

  • Asbestos Inspections

    Inspections identify asbestos concerns in building materials.

  • Regulatory Compliance Coordination

    Coordination helps projects address environmental regulatory requirements.

Industries

Commercial · Retail · Residential · Multifamily Residential · Senior Living · Mixed-Use · Hospitality · Education · Arts & Culture · Sports & Recreation · Healthcare · Research Facilities · Government · Federal · Defense · Highways & Roads · Tunnels · Transit · Airports · Ports & Harbors · Water Supply · Manufacturing · Marine · Infrastructure

Projects

The Tide Light Rail Transit System

Norfolk, Virginia · Transit

Runway Repair, Naval Air Station Oceana

Virginia Beach, Virginia · Defense

P516 Ship Repair Pier 5, Norfolk Naval Shipyard

Portsmouth, Virginia · Defense

Christopher Newport University Projects

Newport News, Virginia · Education