Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Site Investigation & Geotechnical Services in Kent
Established in 1995, Peter Baxter Associates has built a reputation as a trusted provider of geotechnical and environmental engineering services. Our team of experienced professionals specialises in site investigation, contamination studies, and laboratory testing, delivering tailored solutions for clients across London and the South East of England. With a UKAS-accredited soils testing laboratory operational since 2008, we combine scientific precision with practical expertise to support construction projects of all scales. Our ISO9001 certification since 2013 underscores our commitment to quality management, while decades of experience in landfill, geotechnical, and contaminated land sectors enable us to address complex challenges effectively. We prioritise direct client engagement, cost-effective solutions, and timely delivery, serving diverse clients from domestic developers to major infrastructure projects.Our proven track record includes high-profile collaborations with Dover Harbour Board, Eurotunnel, and local councils, demonstrating our ability to meet exacting industry standards. By maintaining in-house testing capabilities and trusted partnerships, we ensure rapid turnaround times without compromising accuracy. Our directors, including Chartered Civil Engineer Peter Baxter and Laboratory Manager Kwaku Baah, bring technical leadership to every project, supported by a team with combined industry experience spanning over 50 years. We remain committed to innovation in ground engineering while upholding the core values of reliability and transparency that have defined our service since inception.
Services
Site Investigation
Laboratory Testing
Contamination Studies
Geotechnical Advice
Environmental Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- Experienced team with over 25 years of geotechnical expertise
- UKAS-accredited laboratory ensures testing accuracy and compliance
- Competitive rates for projects from 500 to 100,000
- ISO9001-certified quality management system since 2013
- Direct client engagement from Chartered Civil Engineers
Associations and certifications
- UKAS
- ISO 9001
Services
Site Investigation
We conduct comprehensive site investigations including trial pits, boreholes, and dynamic cone penetrometer testing. Our services cover factual reporting, interpretative analysis, and Phase 1 environmental assessments for construction projects. With in-house laboratory support, we deliver integrated solutions for domestic extensions to large-scale developments.
Laboratory Testing
Our UKAS-accredited laboratory performs water content, bulk density, particle size distribution, and permeability testing. We offer rapid turnaround times for standard tests while maintaining compliance with ISO 17892 and BS1377 standards. Additional chemical testing is available through MCERTS-accredited partners.
Contamination Studies
We specialise in Phase 1 desk studies and Phase 2 validation testing for low to medium risk sites. Our assessments include site visits, historical analysis, and chemical testing by accredited laboratories to meet planning requirements and regulatory standards.
Geotechnical Advice
Our experts provide slope stability analysis, road design, and foundation recommendations. We offer standalone geotechnical advice or integrated solutions with site investigation reports, supported by decades of experience in chalk face assessments and landslip area developments.
Environmental Assessments
We deliver compliance leaching tests, heavy metal analysis, and asbestos identification through trusted partners. Our services support regulatory submissions and remediation planning, with expertise in interpreting test results for planning applications and construction projects.
People
Peter Baxter
Director
Chartered Civil Engineer with over 30 years' experience in geotechnical engineering and landfill developments. Leads technical delivery of geotechnical advice and slope stability analyses.
Kwaku Baah
Laboratory Manager
BSc and MSc qualified Geologist with specialist expertise in soils testing and laboratory management. Oversees UKAS-accredited operations and technical quality control.
Questions
What geotechnical services do you offer?
We provide site investigation, slope stability analysis, foundation design, and regulatory compliance services for construction projects.
Is your laboratory UKAS accredited?
Yes, our soils testing laboratory in Gillingham has maintained UKAS accreditation since 2008 for key testing standards.
Do you handle contamination studies?
We conduct Phase 1 and Phase 2 environmental investigations following CLR11 guidelines and BS10175 standards.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across London and the South East of England, with laboratory services available nationwide.
Are your engineers qualified?
Our geotechnical services are led by Chartered Civil Engineer Peter Baxter and Laboratory Manager Kwaku Baah, both with extensive industry experience.
