That might sound poetic, but in real estate development, it’s very real. Long before the first drawings are finalized or the foundation is marked, the most important part of a project is already underway: soil testing.

Why Soil Testing Matters

Soil isn’t just the ground we build on — it’s the ground that supports every decision that follows. Testing the soil allows us to understand its load-bearing capacity, composition, moisture content, and potential behavior under pressure. These insights directly influence:

• The type and depth of foundation
• Structural design requirements
• Long-term durability of the building
• Safety during construction and occupancy

A rushed or overlooked soil analysis can lead to cracks, instability, water seepage, and costly reinforcements later on. That’s why this step is never optional for us.

What We Look For

In every soil test, we examine:

• Load-bearing capacity to determine how deep the foundation should go
• Soil composition (clay, sand, gravel) and how it changes across the plot
• Water table levels to assess drainage and waterproofing needs
• Soil chemistry to check for corrosive materials that could impact building material longevity

Each site is different. Even plots in the same area can behave differently due to prior land use, underground layers, or moisture variations. That’s why we test each location independently and design from the ground up.

Our Approach

At Koral Realty, soil testing is never just a formality — it’s the foundation of our design thinking. We don’t move forward until we understand exactly what the land is telling us.

Whether it’s a boutique development or a larger project, we believe that great buildings begin with respect — respect for the land, the process, and the people who will one day live there.