--- title: Where Is a Geoprobe Most Effective? description: A geoprobe is one of the most cost effective and time efficient ways of collecting samples. The geoprobe is known for its ability to access areas where other drilling methods may be difficult. image: https://www.talonlpe.com/hubfs/IMG_6524-1.jpg --- [![black-logo](https://www.talonlpe.com/hs-fs/hubfs/social-suggested-images/black-logo.png?width=130&height=66&name=black-logo.png)](https://www.talonlpe.com/)   ![sub-pg-hdr.jpg](https://www.talonlpe.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/sub-pg-hdr.jpg?width=3000&name=sub-pg-hdr.jpg "sub-pg-hdr.jpg") # Talon LPE - Blog # Where Is a Geoprobe Most Effective? - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Soil sampling is often needed for a variety of companies including environmental companies, real estate companies, municipalities and so much more. It is typically performed to assess the ground beneath the surface in order to gather information about the soil. ![TalonLPE_Geoprobe](https://www.talonlpe.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_6524-1.jpg?width=3264&name=IMG_6524-1.jpg)A geoprobe is a direct push technology that is used to obtain samples. The geoprobe uses percussion and static force to drive steel boring rods into the ground. Sampling with a geoprobe takes place below the surface at a multitude of depths depending on lithology. Many of the Talon/LPE crews have been able to obtain samples for clients at various depths up to 100 feet. Geoprobe sampling is an effective way to determine the extent of potential contamination in a short amount of time. **A geoprobe would be most effective in the below areas:** 1. In places where space is limited or overhead power lines are present. The geoprobe can reach places where many rigs are too large to access, given its ease of mobility and size. 2. Where dense, unconsolidated soil is present, as it is hard for the geoprobe to obtain samples in more rocky areas. 3. When multiple samples are needed over a large area. The geoprobe is easy and fast to transport. This machine can be easily loaded and transported to a location quickly. The geoprobe is typically a more efficient option when it comes to direct push drilling, as it is more cost effective and is generally faster when compared to other drilling methods. [Talon/LPE](https://www.talonlpe.com/contact-us)’s environmental drilling division utilizes geoprobe manufactured drilling rigs, which are very effective and successful in areas of the midwest. If you need assistance or have questions regarding geoprobes contact us today.   [![Let's Talk!](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/458147/50e0b610-7b2d-4fe7-983f-ac0e7b549b1c.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/458147/50e0b610-7b2d-4fe7-983f-ac0e7b549b1c) Topics: [Environmental Drilling](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/environmental-drilling) ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [Environmental Drilling (115)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/environmental-drilling) - [Remediation (15)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/remediation) - [Employment (12)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/employment) - [Spill Management (11)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/spill-management) - [MDPE (8)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/mdpe) - [Environmental Health & Safety (7)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/environmental-health-safety) - [General Contracting (7)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/general-contracting) - [Environmental Consulting (6)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/environmental-consulting) - [Environmental Site Assessment (6)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/environmental-site-assessment) - [Soil Shredding (5)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/soil-shredding) - [Asbestos (4)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/asbestos) - [Disinfecting Services (4)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/disinfecting-services) - [Underground Storage Tank (4)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/underground-storage-tank) - [Plastic (2)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/plastic) - [SPCC (2)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/spcc) - [Colorado (1)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/colorado) - [PFAS (1)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/pfas) - [SWPPP (1)](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/topic/swppp) [see all](https://www.talonlpe.com/blog/where-is-a-geoprobe-most-effective#) ### CONTACT TALON/LPE Corporate Headquarters 601 Southwest 9th Avenue Amarillo, Texas 79101 Phone: (806) 467-0607 Fax: (806) 467-0622 Emergency: (866) 742-0742 © 2026 Talon/LPE ![](https://px.ads.linkedin.com/collect/?pid=225906&fmt=gif)