Geotechnical engineering · Lagos
Soil investigation, laboratory testing, geophysical survey and piling for developers, contractors and consultants across Lagos.
Four years on Lagos ground
How we work
Six services, one lifecycle. We investigate the ground, test what we find, design the foundation and then build or supervise it, so nothing is lost between stages.
Stage 01
Stage 02
Stage 03
Stage 04
Featured projects
Residential · Featured
Key figures
The plot sits on low-lying, reclaimed ground typical of Lekki Phase 1. Boreholes found made ground and loose silty sand to about 6 m, soft clay with peat lenses to 14 m, then dense sand to the full 35 m depth. Groundwater stood about 1.5 m below ground level.
Victoria Island · 2025 · Commercial
Ikoyi · 2025 · Residential
Equipment and laboratory
We drill, test and pile with equipment we own and maintain, so schedules don't wait on hired kit and every result traces back to a calibrated machine.
See the full equipment list
| Category | Equipment | Qty | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drilling | Cable-percussion (shell and auger) rig | Qty 3 | Boreholes to about 40 m |
| Drilling | Rotary rig, truck or skid mounted | Qty 2 | Soil and weathered rock, to about 50 m |
| Laboratory | Triaxial, oedometer, direct shear, Atterberg limits, sieve and hydrometer, compaction, unconfined compression | Qty 1 | Full classification and strength suite |
About Dapson Prime
Dapson Prime Ventures is a Lagos-based geotechnical firm. For four years we have investigated, tested and supervised ground for developers, contractors and consultants across Lagos and the wider region.
4Years of operation in Lagos
Build a stronger future from the ground up. We are committed to delivering excellence in geotechnical services, construction, project management, and property development through innovation, integrity, and precision. By combining technical expertise with sustainable practices, we provide dependable solutions that ensure safety, quality, and lasting value for our clients, communities, and the environment.
To be a leading force in geotechnical engineering, construction, project management, and property development, recognised for excellence, innovation, and integrity in delivering world-class solutions that build sustainable communities and inspire progress across Africa and beyond.
Independent, standards-led and transparent. We report what the ground shows, including the difficult findings.
Request a quote
Tell us where the site is and what you plan to build. An engineer will come back with a proposed scope of investigation and a quote.
