Chemical Analysis of Soil and Water in Jeddah — Coastal Sabkha Under the Microscope
Jeddah's sabkha presents the most chemically complex soil in Saudi Arabia: sulfates up to 2.5%, chlorides above 1%, and groundwater pH as low as 6.5 in some areas — creating an extremely aggressive environment for both concrete and steel. ASAS Lab provides full BS 8500 aggressiveness classification (DS1-DS4), total and soluble sulfates and chlorides, pH, electrical conductivity, and carbonate/bicarbonate analysis. Results drive cement type selection (SRPC, pozzolanic) and foundation waterproofing system design.
Chemical Analysis
Chemical analysis of water, soil, and aggregate covering pH, sulfates, chlorides, and TDS — to determine environmental aggressiveness on construction materials.
Included Tests
2 certified tests per international standards
Chemical analysis — Water & Soil (pH, Chlorides, Sulfates, TDS)
التحليل الكيميائي للمياه والتربة (pH، كلوريدات، كبريتات، TDS)
Unit: sample
Chemical analysis — Aggregate (pH, Chlorides, Sulfates, TDS)
التحليل الكيميائي للركام (pH، كلوريدات، كبريتات، TDS)
Unit: sample
Why ASAS Lab?
Approved by MODON, ACI, NRRC & KIDANA
Over 500 completed projects across KSA
Makkah, Jeddah, Madinah, Riyadh, Qassim
FAQ About Chemical Analysis
Aggressive soil rich in sulfates or chlorides reacts with cement and steel, causing early structural deterioration. SBC 303 mandates chemical analysis in areas with saline soil or near brackish groundwater.
Need Chemical Analysis Services?
Our specialized team is ready to mobilize to your site anywhere in the Kingdom.