NOVA Engineering

NOVA provides ground-up geotechnical support for building and site projects.

• Foundation Design
• Soil Analysis
• Site Investigation

Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments, vapor intrusion screening, underground storage tank evaluations, asbestos and lead-based paint surveys, groundwater evaluation, and environmental compliance documentation.

• Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ASTM E1527)
• Phase II Environmental Investigations and Soil Sampling
• Vapor Intrusion Screening
• Underground Storage Tank Evaluations
• Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint Surveys

NOVA's largest service line. Accredited laboratories and certified field technicians test and inspect soils, concrete, steel, masonry, and asphalt for commercial and institutional projects, verifying materials meet specifications and codes from groundbreaking through completion.

• Soil Testing and Compaction Testing
• Concrete Testing
• Asphalt Testing
• Structural Materials Inspection

  Structural steel inspection, masonry testing, fireproofing inspection, and non-destructive examinations.

• Deep Foundations Observations
• Threshold Inspections

Preconstruction consulting, mockup testing, quality assurance inspections, assessments, and remedial design for glass and glazing, roofing and waterproofing, exterior cladding, and building envelope systems.

• Design and Consulting

  Building enclosure design, specifications, shop drawing review, and construction oversight from concept through completion.

• Assessment and Remedial Consulting

  Third-party building enclosure assessments, water intrusion investigations, and remedial repair plan development.

• Inspections and Testing

  Mockup and jobsite testing, performance verification, air infiltration testing, and water penetration testing.

Technical due diligence and property condition assessments following ASTM E2018 standards, integrating environmental site assessment, geotechnical investigation, and building systems evaluation for real estate investors, lenders, developers, and asset managers.

• Property Condition Assessments (ASTM E2018)
• Capital Needs Assessment

  12-year capital expenditure forecasting with immediate repair and deferred maintenance identification.

• Compliance Review

  Building code compliance, ADA accessibility, and zoning and land use compliance review.

Expert witness and forensic investigation services for building enclosure performance and construction defect disputes.

Support for government agencies and building departments.

• Plan Review
• Code Compliance
• Municipal Outsourcing Services