GeoView, Inc.

GeoView, Inc. A Geophysical Services Company GeoView, Inc.

is a Florida-based company which specializes in the provision of non-intrusive geophysical services to the engineering, geological, environmental and construction industries. Through our multi-disciplinary approach we are able to provide accurate, timely and cost effective solutions to meet our Client’s needs

08/18/2026

Is there a void under your feet?!?

We use high-frequency Ground Penetrating Radar to scan through and beneath concrete slabs. This allows us to detect voids and other potential issues with your concrete and the ground beneath it. Visit our website to learn more and check out our studies in Non-Destructive Testing.

https://geoviewinc.com/

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Tech Talk is Back on Geoviewinc.com!🛰️ Taking Geophysics to the SkiesAt GeoView, accurate site investigations require lo...
08/07/2026

Tech Talk is Back on Geoviewinc.com!

🛰️ Taking Geophysics to the Skies

At GeoView, accurate site investigations require looking at target areas from every angle—and sometimes the best perspective comes from above.

We’re introducing our latest aerial technology: the DJI Matrice 300 RTK (M300) paired with the Zenmuse XT2 dual-sensor thermal sensor. By combining real-time kinematic (RTK) accuracy with FLIR thermal imaging, our team captures high-precision thermal and visual data simultaneously.

From pinpointing structural thermal anomalies and moisture entrapment to mapping surface shifts over buried infrastructure, aerial thermal insights elevate how we cross-reference ground-based data like GPR and seismic surveys.

👉 Head over to the Tech Talk page on our website to learn how this technology works!

https://geoviewinc.com/tech-talk/

Mapping the Subsurface at USF: Supporting Campus Growth 🐂As the University of South Florida continues to expand its unde...
06/29/2026

Mapping the Subsurface at USF: Supporting Campus Growth 🐂

As the University of South Florida continues to expand its underground infrastructure, keeping a precise blueprint of existing utilities is critical for safe development. GeoView recently performed a comprehensive Level B Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) study around the Muma College of Business.

The Mission:

The goal was to accurately locate and map a dense network of buried utilities—including power, water, chilled water, gas, communications, and sewer systems—to safeguard the area prior to future campus expansion.

The Technology Deployment:

Navigating a complex university environment requires a multi-tool approach to catch both metallic and non-metallic lines:

GPR & Electronic Utility Locators: Used in tandem to detect and trace conductive subsurface utilities.

Toneable Rodder: Deployed to access and track non-conductive stormwater and sanitary sewer pipes that can often be missed by standard radar.

Emlid RS3 GPS: Utility positions were captured in real-time kinematic (RTK) mode, delivering sub-foot horizontal accuracy.

The Results:

Our field data was seamlessly processed and delivered to the client in an AutoCAD format, allowing the findings to be effortlessly integrated straight into the University’s infrastructure archives.

At GeoView, we are proud to provide the precision mapping needed to keep campus infrastructure projects moving forward safely. Go Bulls! 🤘

https://geoviewinc.com/utility-locating-and-mapping-at-the-usf-muma-college-of-business/

Precision Marine Profiling: Mapping Coal Ash Sediment Thickness 🌊🔋Recent updates to EPA regulations have made it essenti...
06/23/2026

Precision Marine Profiling: Mapping Coal Ash Sediment Thickness 🌊🔋

Recent updates to EPA regulations have made it essential for power plants to thoroughly evaluate existing ash ponds and determine the precise thickness of accumulated ash sediments. GeoView stepped up to deliver a highly effective, non-destructive solution for a facility in West Virginia.

The Mission

We were tasked with accurately mapping both the top and bottom interfaces of ash sediment across four separate ash settling ponds at a power plant.

The Challenge

Site-specific safety regulations meant we couldn't put personnel out on the water in a traditional manned vessel. The data collection required a creative, completely unmanned approach.

The Technology Deployment

To navigate the safety restrictions while maintaining extreme data accuracy, our team engineered a portable, shoreline-controlled survey setup:
Sub-Bottom Profiling System: We deployed an Edgetech 3100 topside system with a 216 towfish mounted to the underside of a portable pontoon boat.
Shore-Pulled Control: Instead of a motorized drone or a crewed vessel, the pontoon boat was safely pulled across the ponds by hand from the shore using a network of ropes.

Real-Time Wireless Monitoring: Data was transmitted wirelessly from the boat back to a laptop on the shore, allowing our operators to monitor the sub-bottom profiles in real time along parallel transects spaced 20 feet apart.

The Results

Using Edgetech Discover software, our processing team calculated depths based on a velocity of 4,870 feet per second to deliver an exact model of the subsurface.

Dual-Interface Mapping: The survey successfully resolved distinct data for both the top of the ash sediment and the underlying pond bottom interface.

Contour Elevation Maps: We delivered detailed contour maps showing the precise elevations of the ash sediment layers.

100% Compliance & Safety: The entire project met strict site safety standards with zero personnel ever needing to step foot on the water.

https://geoviewinc.com/sediment-thickness-of-a-coal-ash-pond/

Case Study Monday is Back!How do you prepare to build a massive bridge over one of the most vital shipping lanes on eart...
06/15/2026

Case Study Monday is Back!

How do you prepare to build a massive bridge over one of the most vital shipping lanes on earth? You start by mapping the bedrock under some of the most rugged, difficult terrain imaginable.

GeoView teamed up with an international consortium to tackle a high-stakes geotechnical investigation for the Autoridad del Canal de Panama (ACP), mapping out the subsurface velocity profiles along a 4-kilometer stretch north of the Gatun Lock.

The Challenge
The proposed footprint for the new Panama Canal bridge featured incredibly steep, heavily vegetated, and rugged terrain. Standard drilling equipment couldn’t easily access every location, meaning non-destructive, deep-imaging geophysics was critical to filling in the blanks.

The Technology Deployment
Our team deployed a powerhouse combination of seismic methods to capture both compression waves (P-waves) and shear waves (S-waves) down to depths of 30 meters:

MASW (Multi-Channel Analysis of Surface Waves): Utilizing a Geometrics Smartseis ST seismograph and ultra-sensitive 4½-Hz geophones spaced precisely 1.5 meters apart, we captured data tailored to mapping out the spatial stiffness of the subsurface soil and rock layers.

Seismic Refraction: We coupled that with two Geometrics Geode systems and 40-Hz geophones along sprawling 141-meter arrays. By measuring the travel times of refracted seismic energy, we could accurately profile the deep bedrock interface.

The Breakthrough
The data revealed a stark geological contrast between the two sides of the canal:

The West Bank: The unweathered, solid Gatun Formation bedrock was found to be incredibly shallow—less than 5 meters below the surface.

The East Bank: Bedrock dropped significantly deeper, sitting between 25 to 28 meters down, blanketed by a thick layer of very soft fill and sediments.

Precision Anomalies: We also isolated localized low-velocity pockets, alerting engineers to weathered zones where thicker sediment had pooled over time.

Thanks to these highly detailed P-wave and S-wave velocity models, the engineering team received a flawless blueprint of the foundation conditions—ensuring the future bridge rests on solid ground.

Case Study Monday!Uncovering Ancient Artifacts: Advanced Geophysics for Cultural Preservation 🏺🗺️Before major infrastruc...
05/18/2026

Case Study Monday!

Uncovering Ancient Artifacts: Advanced Geophysics for Cultural Preservation 🏺🗺️

Before major infrastructure projects begin, ensuring that history isn't lost under the pavement is a vital step. GeoView took part in an extensive archeological investigation along a proposed pipeline route stretching from the Cordillera de Mérida mountain range in northeastern Colombia toward the Pacific Ocean.

The Mission:
Our team was tasked with surveying twelve distinct areas, each approximately 2,400 square meters, to identify buried Pre-Columbian artifacts prior to pipeline construction. The targets included everything from historic metal tools and pottery to ancient gold ear and nose rings.

The Technology:
Because the targets varied in material and depth, we utilized a multi-method geophysical approach across the grass and light underbrush terrain:

Frequency Domain Electromagnetics (EM-38): Using a Geonics EM38-MK2 in a vertical dipole orientation, we mapped soil bulk conductivity and inphase readings down to about 1.5 meters, capturing both ferrous (iron-bearing) and non-ferrous metals.

Total Field Magnetics: A Geometrics G-859 Cesium V***r magnetometer was used to look deeper into the subsurface—sensitivities ranged from 2 to 5 meters depending on the target’s size and orientation.

Handheld Metal Detectors: To ensure nothing was missed, traditional handheld detectors were deployed to catch small, shallow metallic objects that the broader, deeper-sensing equipment might bypass.

The Results:
Over a three-week period, the combination of high-precision instruments and shallow-target sweeping successfully mapped out the sites.

Precision Excavation: GeoView provided comprehensive site maps and coordinates for each anomaly, allowing the archeological team to precisely excavate and document these invaluable historical artifacts before construction commenced.

Read More: https://geoviewinc.com/pre-columbian-artifacts/

When you remember to appreciate conducting surveys on level ground...
05/13/2026

When you remember to appreciate conducting surveys on level ground...

We're back for another Case Study Monday!GPR and ERT: A Proactive Approach to Sinkhole Detection 🕳️🏗️Identifying subsurf...
05/11/2026

We're back for another Case Study Monday!

GPR and ERT: A Proactive Approach to Sinkhole Detection 🕳️🏗️

Identifying subsurface hazards before they impact a structure is critical for site safety and property value. GeoView performed a comprehensive geophysical investigation to evaluate the potential for sinkhole activity at a developed property.

The Mission:

The objective was to identify areas of loosened or "rarefied" soil and detect any deep-seated voids or structural anomalies that could indicate active sinkhole development beneath the surface.

The Technology:

To get a complete picture of the subsurface, our team utilized a dual-method approach:

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR): Used to map the shallow subsurface. This allowed us to identify "down-warping" of soil layers, which is a classic indicator of soil subsiding into a deeper void.

Electrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT): This method provides a deep-profile view. By measuring the electrical resistance of the ground, we can distinguish between solid limestone, clay-filled voids, and air-filled cavities.

The Results:
The combination of GPR and ERT allowed us to pinpoint specific areas of concern without the need for extensive initial drilling.

Early Detection: We identified subsurface anomalies consistent with sinkhole activity, allowing the client to take proactive stabilization measures.

Comprehensive Mapping: Our 2D cross-sections clearly visualized the transition from stable ground to areas of concern.

Data-Driven Solutions: These findings provided engineers with the exact locations needed for confirmatory SPT (Standard Pe*******on Test) borings.

At GeoView, we provide the clarity and depth needed to protect your investments and ensure the ground beneath your feet is secure.

Visit our website to learn more: https://geoviewinc.com/sinkhole-investigation/

Check out our new "Tech Talk" page from our website!https://geoviewinc.com/tech-talk/Here you can find all of our latest...
05/02/2026

Check out our new "Tech Talk" page from our website!

https://geoviewinc.com/tech-talk/

Here you can find all of our latest updates and information on the geophysical technology that we use. We will be discussing everything from the basics of Ground Penetrating Radar to the most recent, cutting edge geophysical technology. We even bring you expert knowledge and lessons from renowned industry professionals. Enjoy!

It's Another Case Study Monday!Elevating Roof Inspections: Thermal Imaging & Moisture MappingTraditional roof inspection...
04/27/2026

It's Another Case Study Monday!

Elevating Roof Inspections: Thermal Imaging & Moisture Mapping

Traditional roof inspections can often miss what’s happening beneath the surface. At GeoView, we utilize Aerial Infrared (IR) Thermography and Capacitance Moisture Surveys to provide a comprehensive view of commercial roofing health without the need for destructive testing.

The Mission:
A multi-building facility required an accurate assessment of its roofing systems to identify areas of trapped moisture and determine the overall integrity of the roof membranes.

The Technology:

Our team combined two powerful non-destructive methods:

Aerial Thermal Imaging: Using high-resolution infrared cameras, we identify "hot spots" where moisture-saturated insulation retains heat longer than dry areas after sunset.

Electronic Moisture Mapping: We verify these thermal anomalies using a handheld impedance scanner, which measures the dielectric constant of the roofing materials to confirm the presence of moisture.

The Results:
By overlaying thermal data with moisture readings, we provided the client with a precise map of their roofing system.

Targeted Repairs: Instead of a full roof replacement, the client was able to focus on specific sections, saving significant time and capital.

Quantifiable Data: Our reports provide a clear percentage of saturated versus dry areas, allowing for better-informed maintenance scheduling.

Extended Roof Life: By identifying leaks early, we helped prevent structural damage and mold growth within the buildings.

Whether managing a single building or a large industrial complex, our advanced imaging techniques provide the clarity needed for proactive facility management.

Read more: https://geoviewinc.com/multi-roof-moisture-mapping-and-thermal-analysis/

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