Trial Digs & Investigative Excavation Across Scotland
Signet Group provides professional trial digs and investigative excavation for utility contractors, engineers, developers and property owners across Scotland. We carry out controlled excavations to locate existing services, expose foundations, confirm ground conditions and obtain measurements before construction or utility works begin. We also provide wider groundworks services for excavation, drainage and associated site works.
Utility Trial Holes
Locate underground utilities safely and accurately with minimal disruption.
Foundation Exposure
Expose foundations to confirm their depth, condition and construction details for inspection by the client or appointed engineer.
Photographs & Measurements
Record the excavation with clear photographs, measurements and site findings to support the planning of subsequent works.
Our Process
From the initial site review through to reinstatement, our trial dig process is carefully planned to provide the required information while minimising disruption to the surrounding area.
Site Review & Planning
Review the investigation locations, available utility information, access requirements and existing surface conditions.
Careful Excavation
Excavate the required trial holes by hand or suitable mechanical plant while carefully protecting existing services.
Record & Confirm Findings
Take photographs and measurements and provide the findings to the client or appointed engineer for confirmation.
Backfill & Reinstate
Backfill the excavation in suitable layers, compact the area and reinstate the existing surface where included within the agreed scope.
Trial Dig Contractors Across Scotland
Based in Falkirk, Signet Group provides trial dig and investigative excavation services throughout Central Scotland and the wider country. We undertake projects throughout Falkirk, Stirling, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Fife, with nationwide coverage available for suitable commercial, utility and infrastructure works.
We can undertake one-off trial digs or multiple investigation locations as part of larger commercial and utility programmes.
Falkirk & Stirling
Trial digs, foundation exposure and utility investigations across Falkirk, Stirling and the surrounding areas.
Edinburgh, Glasgow & Fife
Investigative excavation support for commercial, utility and civil engineering projects throughout the Central Belt.
Projects Across Scotland
Work further afield can be considered depending on the project requirements, programme and scope.
Need Trial Digs Carried Out?
Whether you need to locate an existing utility, expose a foundation, confirm construction depths or investigate ground conditions before planned works, contact Signet Group to discuss your requirements and arrange a quotation.