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What is Geophysical Surveying?

Geophysical surveying is a non-invasive method used to study subsurface conditions by measuring physical properties of the ground, such as electrical resistivity, seismic waves, and magnetic fields. It helps reveal what lies beneath without the need for excavation or drilling.

In Malaysia, geophysical surveys are widely used for construction planning, groundwater detection, mineral exploration, slope hazard studies, and environmental assessments. These techniques are fast, cost-effective, and ideal for covering large areas with minimal disruption.

At Geotechnica, we offer a range of geophysical surveying services including electrical resistivity imaging (ERT), seismic refraction, MASW, and ground-penetrating radar (GPR)—delivering accurate subsurface data to support smart, safe, and sustainable engineering decisions.

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OUR SERVICES

Geophysical Surveying

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Seismic Methods

Seismic surveys use vibrations or waves to map subsurface layers by analyzing how they travel through different materials.


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Gravity Surveys

Gravity surveys measure variations in Earth’s gravity to detect changes in subsurface density, useful for mapping large-scale structures.


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Electromagnetic

EM surveys detect conductivity and magnetic changes in the ground to locate water, minerals, or buried objects.


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Electrical Resistivity

Electrical resistivity surveys inject current into the ground and measure resistance to map soil layers, water zones or voids.


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Magnetic Surveys

Magnetic surveys measure variations in Earth’s magnetic field to locate buried ferrous materials or geological features.


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Ground Penetrating Radar

GPR sends radar waves into the ground to detect shallow features like pipes, voids, and pavement thickness.


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Tools & Software

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Industries

Industries We Work

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Oil & Gas

Maps pipeline corridors and monitors terrain for safe infrastructure planning.

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Mine & Quarry

Generates 3D terrain models for volume calculations, pit monitoring, and site planning.

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Civil Infrastructure

Supports road, rail, and bridge design with precise elevation and surface data.

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Utilities Powerlines

Inspects powerline corridors & detects vegetation encroachment for safety.

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Forest & Plantation

Measures canopy height, tree density, and biomass for resource management.

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Environmental & Coastal

Monitors coastal erosion, flood zones, and conducts environmental impact studies.

WHY US

Why Choose Geotechnica

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High End Equipment

We are euipped with latest and high-end LiDAR equipment and software to get 100% accuracy of data & statistics.

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National Level Project

Since 2020, we had handled 20+ state and national-level projects through LiDAR in geotechnical and geo engineering.

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Certified Engineers & Surveyors

Our engineers & surveyors are international and local graduate with numbers of experience in geo engineering.

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Custom Report & GIS Integration

You will received 100% accurate reporting documents and able to get GIS integration needed from our team.

FAQ

Geophysical Surveying FAQ

What is geophysical surveying?

It’s a non-invasive way to study what’s underground using physical signals like waves, currents, or magnetism.

It helps detect soil layers, rocks, voids, or water—without digging or drilling.

Common methods include seismic refraction, electrical resistivity, GPR, electromagnetic (EM), and magnetic surveys.

Before construction, during slope assessments, for groundwater mapping, or mineral exploration.

Depending on the method, it can detect from a few meters up to hundreds of meters deep.

Yes. It’s non-destructive and ideal for developed or sensitive sites.

GPR uses radar waves for shallow features, while resistivity uses electric current for deeper soil profiling.

Yes. Methods like electrical resistivity and EM surveys are effective for locating aquifers and water tables.

Small sites may take a few hours; larger or deeper studies may take 1–3 days.

We combine advanced tools with expert interpretation to deliver fast, reliable subsurface data tailored to your project.

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