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Integrity and transparency are the foundational values of our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspections (SI) team. The key to a resilient, safety-first project is ensuring the highest quality construction materials and methods are used. Our accredited materials testing laboratory can perform tests per state and municipal standards while also providing dependable and consistent results that owners and contractors can rely on.   

Summit emphasizes cultivating a collaborative and diverse experience among our team members to ensure we can help you deliver an impactful project. We pursue excellence in every aspect of our work so that our project delivery exceeds expectations. Our reputation depends on it. 

Our team of certified and cross-certified inspectors and technicians throughout the southeast and Atlantic coast maintain various industry-leading certifications through:  

Capabilities

  • Verification of Soils
  • Earthwork & Grading
  • Bearing Capacity (DCP) Evaluations
  • Field Density Testing
  • ICC Soils
  • ICC Reinforced Concrete
  • ICC Structural Masonry
  • ICC Structural Steel and Bolting
  • ICC Field-Bolt Steel Connections
  • ICC Structural Welding Connections
  • ICC SFRM/TFIFRM Fireproofing
  • PTI Post-Tensioned Concrete
  • Special/Deep Foundations
  • Retaining Walls
  • All Associated Laboratory Testing

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Our Labs

Summit maintains a cutting-edge construction materials testing lab in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Our CMT lab is managed by a Professional Engineer and staffed with certified personnel well-versed in construction materials testing and how it translates to use in the field. 

Summit’s state-of-the-industry materials testing laboratory in Hillsborough is accredited through the AASHTO Accreditation Program and NCDOT Tier I and II. Maintaining this accreditation requires participation in a rigorous Laboratory Assessment Program (LAP), yearly Proficiency Sample Programs (PSP), and the AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP).

What Our Clients Are Saying

Recommendation of Services - Geotechnical, CMT and Special Inspections

"Summit's team of engineers and inspectors have been very thorough and quick to respond to project needs. The experience of this team was evident and a tremendous value to these projects...Summit's Project Manager has done a tremendous job maintaining contract vaues under budget and tracking these costs and providing me with updates."

 Recommendation of Services - CMT and Special Inspections

"Summit Design and Engineering Services has been retained as a third-party independent firm on various capital projects offering comprehensive Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspection Services. Their knowledge, expertise and commitment to excellence has provided for a strong Owner/Consultant relationship, which continues to be vital to the success of each project." “Blum/Loving has had the opportunity to work with Summit Design and Engineering Services throughout the construction of the CGP. They have been very helpful during the concrete testing process for all the underground utility, CMU grout and retaining walls installation. Summit has been a great asset to the project by making sure that all material met the spec requirements prior to us using as backfill material. Their concrete breaks are turned around in a timely matter and any issues are pointed out and dealt with immediately. Enclosing, I feel that Summit over all has been an asset to this project to get us where we are now.”
 “I take great pleasure in recommending the services of Summit Design and Engineering Services as a full-service Special Inspections and Material Testing firm...We were impressed by the length of expertise offered by Summit, their attention to detail in response to specific RFQ questions and the glowing recommendations from other clients they have served. To date Summit has exceeded our expectations as a knowledgeable and professional firm in the area of Special Inspections and Material testing. Additionally they have aided our firm and the Owner in assessing and responding to some unique site issues as well as Town planning department concerns. I look forward to working with Summit again in the future. They are my Special Inspection firm of choice.” "UNC Chapel Hill engaged Summit Design and Engineering Services on our new Media and Communication Center project and are very pleased to provide this recommendation for their Geotechnical and Special Inspections team and the service they provided. Summit's team was very proactive and responsive to all project needs and their professionalism and expertise added tremendous value to the project throughout construction. The quality and timeliness of Summit's communication was clear and concise, which from the owner's perspective was hugely important for me." "Over the past several years we have worked with Summit on a number of projects. Two larger projects that come to mind are Granville Central High School and Charlotte Fire Station 43. For both of these projects they performed geotechnical, construction materials testing and special inspections. We have found their work to be well done professionally and working with them to be personally enjoyable.

Additionally, I would commend them and express appreciation for their being readily available and responsive to any follow-up discussion or detailed technical dialogue to clarify or resolve questions or issues needed." "Summit should be proud of its role as the Special Inspector of Record on the new Carolina Athletics Media and Communications Center project on the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill campus...

On behalf of the Architect of Record cra, Inc, I am pleased to recommend your professional staff. Summit performed well throughout the duration of the Project. The communication and reporting were clear and concise which provided our team with a level of comfort the intent of the design was being implemented in the field. "

 "Summit Design and Engineering Services was the 3rd Party Special Inspections firm we worked with on the new Athletics Media Center project in Chapel Hill. Summit’s Engineers were instrumental and provided a hands on approach during installation of deep foundations. Also, Summit’s timely communication with both myself, our superintendent, and the design team during construction of the other foundation elements and superstructure assisted us greatly with implementing field modifications and keeping the project moving forward. As the General Contractor on this project this communication was paramount in allowing us to keep our project on schedule. " As superintendent for Bordeaux Construction, CMAR on the OCNC project, this project included substantial site development and 3 different structures. I wanted to thank Summit for providing this project with a very experienced and capable field technician -Josh McBride. As well as Summit’s overall expertise. During what was a very wet and difficult year for construction, Josh ensured that the site fill and grading was done properly, and particularly ensured that the site development - roadways and building pads were properly developed. Additionally, as construction proceeded from footings to slab prep, and slab pours, he carefully monitored and tested sub grades, rebar placement, and concrete delivery ensuring that the correct design mix was used and the concrete delivered met the specifications for placement.
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Service Contact

Steve Fenton, PE, MSI

CMT/SI & Geotechnical Engineering Department Manager

320 Executive Court, Hillsborough, NC 27278
919-732-3883
steve.fenton@summitde.com