S.W.COLE performs concrete, structural steel, hot mix asphalt, masonry and soil inspections and construction materials testing for many industry sectors, including transportation and utility projects
Our Inspection Services
S.W.COLE employees have performed construction inspection and special inspections on hundreds of projects throughout New England. Some of the inspection tasks our employees perform include:
- Soils Inspections
- Concrete Inspections
- Masonry Inspections
- Steel Inspections
- Fire-Proofing Materials
- Wood Framing and Fasteners
- Monitoring of Compliance with Environmental Regulations
- Third Party Inspections (3PI) for Erosion Control
Utility Construction
At S.W.COLE, we are relied upon for our vast experience throughout New England performing inspection and testing services for utility projects, including hydro-power dams, wind energy, power transmission and gas lines, electrical substations, and water and sewer projects.

Bridge construction observation
Transportation Sector
We have been consistently successful at providing certified and experienced staff to the transportation sector, including resident engineering / representative services and inspection and materials testing for state transportation departments, municipalities and transportation agencies. Our staff is qualified and proficient at testing and inspection protocols on railroad, bridge, airport and highway / roadway projects.
Unique Inspections and Observations
In addition to our transportation and utility inspection and testing, our unique inspections and observations include:
- Rock Anchor Load Test Coordination and Installation Monitoring
- Pile Load Test Coordination and Documentation and Installation Monitoring
A Commitment to Our Customers
Above all, S. W. COLE prides itself on providing quality customer service. We believe that good project management is about establishing and maintaining relationships with good communication. Our construction services managers work as a team to turn opportunities into projects. Throughout the bidding stage and construction phase, we work side-by-side with clients, informing them of our progress as well as any challenges along the way. S. W. COLE’s commitment to hard work, transparency and customer service has resulted in many repeat clients, and that is an achievement we do not take for granted.