Construction Materials Testing & Inspection
Construction Materials Testing Experts Serving Georgia, Florida, and the Carolinas
Our accredited laboratories and certified field technicians test and inspect the soils, concrete, steel, masonry, and asphalt that commercial and institutional projects depend on, verifying that materials meet specifications and codes from groundbreaking through completion.
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Comprehensive Construction Materials Testing Services
Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Responsiveness, and Safety
Construction materials testing is NOVA's largest service line and one of the most critical services we provide. Our material testing services ensure that construction projects are built with high-quality materials that withstand the test of time. Through our fully accredited materials testing labs, we provide comprehensive construction material testing and consulting services, utilizing three primary categories: sampling, testing, and inspection.
Since 1996, NOVA has been a leader in the industry, providing construction materials testing services to clients nationwide. We provide design teams and owners with critical information to evaluate construction projects, both during construction and throughout the structure's useful life.
Why Industry Leaders Choose
NOVA for Construction Materials Testing
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Soil Testing - Comprehensive soil testing services, including compaction testing, geotechnical soil testing, and subgrade remediation recommendations throughout construction
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Concrete Testing - Professional concrete testing services, including strength testing, slump testing, mix designs, and non-destructive concrete testing methods
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Asphalt Testing - Expert asphalt testing and inspection, including core testing, binder testing, mix verifications, and pavement section testing
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Structural Materials - Structural steel inspection, masonry testing, fireproofing inspection, and non-destructive examinations, ensuring quality and code compliance
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Aggregates & Base Materials - Materials testing laboratory services for aggregates and base materials, including batch plant inspections and quality verification
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Specialty Testing - Deep foundations observations, pre and post-tensioned concrete, MEP inspections, roofing quality assurance, and threshold inspections
Materials Testing Solutions for Every Construction Phase
Professional, Practical, and Proven Solutions
Sampling, Testing & Inspection
Materials we test:
- Soil and geotechnical materials
- Asphalt and pavement materials
- Aggregates and base materials
- Concrete and masonry
- Structural steel
- Fireproofing systems
- MEP systems
- Roofing materials
Specialized Testing Services
NOVA's materials testing consultants provide specialized construction inspection services that go beyond standard material testing. Our experts deliver concrete and asphalt mix designs and verifications, as well as deep foundation installation observations, including piles and caissons. We also conduct batch plant inspections and provide oversight for pre- and post-tensioned concrete. We perform non-destructive examinations of structural steel, value engineering of plans and specifications, and provide comprehensive quality assurance throughout the construction process.
Specialized services:
- Concrete and asphalt mix designs and verifications
- Deep foundations installation observations (piles and caissons)
- Batch plant inspections and quality control
- Pre and post-tensioned concrete oversight
- Non-destructive examinations of structural steel
- Subgrade remediation recommendations
- Pavement section testing and analysis
- Value engineering of plans and specifications
- MEP, electrical, and plumbing inspections
- Roofing quality assurance
- Pre-blast surveys and blast vibration recording
- Threshold inspections
A Small Price for Peace of Mind
Construction materials testing and inspection services typically represent only 1% of an overall construction budget. This small investment provides owners, architects, and general contractors with confidence that construction was completed as intended. Our material testing services decrease the likelihood of expensive post-construction repairs or unexpected maintenance by verifying that construction procedures and materials comply with building codes and project specifications.
Value delivered:
- Nationally accredited materials testing labs
- AASHTO-accredited facilities in Georgia and the Carolinas
- Inspected by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, AASHTO, and CMEC
- Decades of construction material testing expertise
- Comprehensive quality assurance and verification
- Prevention of costly post-construction repairs
Concrete Testing and Inspection
Building Sustainable Projects Nationwide
Professional. Practical. Proven.
From foundations to rooftops, NOVA Engineering provides comprehensive solutions for the nation's most ambitious infrastructure projects. Watch how our team delivers excellence, collaboration, integrity, responsiveness, and safety across every phase of construction, from geotechnical engineering and environmental consulting to building enclosure solutions and construction materials testing.
Why Industry Leaders
Choose NOVA
Construction Materials Testing Excellence Since 1996
NOVA provides Professional, Practical, and Proven construction materials testing solutions to clients who own, finance, plan, build, rehabilitate, and maintain infrastructure. As the most trusted provider of professional materials testing services and construction inspection services, we earn loyalty and develop positive relationships by listening, understanding, and consistently exceeding expectations. Our materials testing consultants bring decades of expertise through our nationally accredited materials testing labs located throughout the Southeast.
Construction Materials Testing FAQs
What is construction materials testing?
Construction materials testing is the systematic evaluation of building materials to verify they meet project specifications and building code requirements. Materials testing includes sampling, laboratory testing, and field inspection of soil, concrete, asphalt, structural steel, masonry, aggregates, and other construction materials. NOVA's construction material testing services provide owners and contractors with confidence that materials perform as intended and construction quality meets standards.
Why do I need materials testing services?
Materials testing services typically represent only 1% of construction budgets but provide significant value by preventing costly failures and ensuring quality. Construction materials testing verifies that soil compaction, concrete strength, asphalt density, and other critical properties meet specifications before issues arise. Our material testing consultants identify problems early, when corrections are inexpensive, rather than after construction, when repairs become costly.
What materials do you test?
NOVA's materials testing labs provide comprehensive testing for all construction materials, including soil and geotechnical materials, concrete, asphalt, aggregates, base materials, structural steel, masonry, and fireproofing systems. Our construction materials testing services include soil compaction testing, concrete strength testing, asphalt core testing, structural steel inspection, and aggregate quality verification. We also perform specialized material testing for MEP systems, roofing materials, deep foundations, and pre-tensioned concrete.
How do you test concrete strength?
Concrete testing encompasses various methods to verify the strength and quality of concrete. Our material testing laboratory performs compression testing on concrete cylinders at specified intervals (typically 7 days and 28 days) to measure compressive strength. We also conduct slump testing to verify the proper consistency of the concrete during placement, air content testing, and temperature monitoring.
Are your materials testing labs accredited?
NOVA's materials testing labs are nationally accredited and inspected by leading organizations, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, AASHTO, and CMEC. Our AASHTO-accredited laboratories are located in Kennesaw (Atlanta), College Park, Norcross, Bogart (Athens), and Augusta, Georgia, as well as in Greenville, Charlotte, and Raleigh, North Carolina. This accreditation ensures our construction materials testing services meet rigorous quality standards and testing protocols.
When should construction materials testing occur?
Construction materials testing should occur throughout all project phases. Before construction begins, we perform geotechnical soil testing and foundation assessments. During construction, our materials testing consultants conduct continuous soil compaction testing, concrete testing, asphalt testing, and structural steel inspection as materials are installed. We also perform batch plant inspections to verify quality before materials reach the jobsite.
