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On Solid Ground

On Solid Ground

Written by: Helicon
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Welcome to "On Solid Ground"! We are your go-to podcast for everything geotech construction. We discuss various topics surrounding our services, such as soil stabilization, foundation repair, concrete lifting and leveling, seawall repair, sinkhole repair, and more. We hope it helps you better understand these critical processes and provides you with more knowledge on making informed decisions regarding ground-related issues affecting your home or business.

Thank you for taking the time to listen, and we hope you enjoy!

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Episodes
  • Ep. 13 | Operator Skill: The Invisible Variable
    Apr 16 2026

    In Episode 13, Colt Hullander of Alchatek breaks down why the operator behind chemical grouting can determine the success of an entire job. The conversation covers how to tell when a foreman is ready to lead a crew independently, which skill is hardest to train consistently across teams, why operator ability is often the invisible variable on a project, and more. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a chemical grout team capable of executing with precision, and why pumping this material correctly is both a science and an art, this episode is for you.

    Thank you for listening, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes! Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com to schedule a FREE inspection with us.

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    32 mins
  • Ep. 12 | When to Use Which Ground-Improvement Method
    Mar 19 2026

    In Episode 12, we welcomed back Colt Hullander of Alchatek for a discussion on how to determine the right ground-improvement method for different project conditions. The conversation explored how these decisions are made, when slab lifting is the best solution, instances where the most obvious method underperformed, and much more. It was an insightful episode for anyone interested in the factors that shape the selection of the most effective ground-improvement approach for a given project.

    Thank you for listening, and don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes! Call 844-Helicon or visit our site: https://www.heliconusa.com/ to schedule a FREE inspection with us.

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    34 mins
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