Construction Material Testing Checklist | Concrete, Aggregates, Bricks & Pavers

Even with good drawings, construction quality can fail if materials are inconsistent. Construction material testing ensures your concrete, aggregates, bricks/blocks, and pavers meet required standards and site performance.

Why material testing matters?

• Prevents low-strength concrete

• Reduces cracks, honeycombing, and durability issues

• Supports approvals and documentation

• Avoids rework costs and delays
  

Concrete testing

• Cube compressive strength (7-day & 28-day)

• Workability checks (slump at site)

• If required: permeability / RCPT for durability
  

Aggregate testing

• Sieve analysis/gradation

• Water absorption & specific gravity

• Crushing/impact value (as applicable)
  

Bricks / Blocks / Pavers

• Compressive strength

• Water absorption

• Dimensional checks & visual defects
  

Field checks that save projects

• Proper curing practices

• Concrete temperature and placement timing

• Storage conditions (cement and steel)

• Compaction and backfill quality
  

Edge2 supports builders and contractors with NABL-certified test reports and practical recommendations—so quality is controlled from day one.