Geotechnical Engineering

Schnabel is a nationwide construction services company known for its expertise as a design/build contractor. We focus on delivering cutting-edge geotechnical engineering solutions, such as earth retention systems and custom foundation designs.

Driving Success Through Geotechnical Engineering Expertise

Schnabel delivers an extensive range of geotechnical engineering solutions. Our diverse array of services encompasses soil nailing, soldier pile and lagging systems, sheet piles, secant piles, deep soil mixed walls, underpinning, cutoff walls, jet grouting, landslide stabilization, tiebacks, tiedowns, bracing, deep soil mixing, and micropile foundations. Our advanced earth retention methods are supported by our vast experience and a complete suite of equipment, ensuring we consistently surpass client expectations.

Since 1959, Schnabel has completed over 5,000 projects through our seven regional and branch offices spread across Georgia, Illinois, Colorado, Texas, Pennsylvania, California, and Washington D.C. We have been at the forefront of introducing and refining tiebacks and soil nails in the United States, transforming their use from temporary support systems to standard solutions for permanent applications.

By combining strong family values, cutting-edge technology, specialized tools, extensive field expertise, and engineering excellence, we are equipped to provide cost-effective geotechnical engineering solutions and outstanding construction services. Our approach is tailored to address each client’s specific needs while considering diverse environmental factors and project challenges.

Excavation Support

Schnabel offers a variety of excavation support systems (ESS) designed to address the diverse range of subsurface conditions found throughout the United States.

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Jet Grouting

Schnabel, a prominent jet grouting contractor in the United States, excels in producing cement-stabilized soil to manage groundwater and provide foundation support.

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Landslide Walls

Renowned as one of the leading authorities in landslide remediation, Schnabel delivers cutting-edge earth retention solutions across North America.

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Micropiles

Schnabel, a leading contractor specializing in foundations and earth retention, excels in installing micropiles in restricted access and low-clearance environments.

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Permanent Retaining Walls

Schnabel, a leading contractor in specialty foundations and earth retention, delivers exceptional retaining wall construction services to clients across the United States.

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Secant piles

Schnabel provides cost-effective earth retention solutions designed for challenging drilling environments, with expertise in the construction and installation of secant pile walls.

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Shotcrete

Schnabel, a top nationwide shotcrete contractor, is renowned for delivering exceptional earth retention solutions and dependable specialty foundation services.

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Soil Mixing

Schnabel stands out as a top national soil mix contractor, excelling in premium earth retention systems and dependable specialty foundation services.

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Soil Nailing

Schnabel, a top-tier soil nailing contractor in the country, excels in delivering exceptional earth retention solutions, even in the most demanding environments worldwide.

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Tiebacks


Schnabel, a top-tier earth retention contractor, specializes in delivering high-quality tieback construction services, ensuring dependable lateral resistance for both temporary and permanent retaining walls.

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Underpinning


Schnabel stands out as one of the top underpinning construction contractors in America, excelling in hand-dug piers, bracket piles, micropiles, and other cutting-edge systems designed to securely underpin structures.

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