As an engineering firm, we often hear the question, “when do I need a Phase I ESA?” We get it. If you’re not used to buying and selling commercial property, you’re probably not familiar with the ins and outs of environmental testing. If you’re asking for a loan to buy the property in question, you’ll …
Have you been told that you need a Phase I ESA, but aren’t sure what it is or where to start? More than likely, you are being required to perform a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment (Phase 1 ESA) as a part of a commercial real estate transaction. Typically, the party that is providing the …
Even in 2020, far too many buyers are still unaware of just how many risks lie in wait as a result of environmental contamination and incomplete paperwork. The simple truth is that nothing should be taken at face value when purchasing commercial real estate— thorough investigation and environmental due diligence are integral to the processes …
On the hunt for a salesperson to join your team? Keeping an eye out for the following qualities while recruiting might make your search a little easier. 1. Good listening skills No matter the company, being a salesperson means looking at your potential clients as partners. What makes a partnership more successful than good listening …
The one thing that’s certain about acquiring talent post COVID-19 is that the process for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new staff members will never be the same. Here are a few tips for a successful pivot when it comes to hiring the best talent possible during and after the COVID-19 era: Go completely digital while …
At Essel, we’re often asked the question, “how is a Phase 2 ESA different from a Phase 1 ESA?” We get it, it’s complicated. Hopefully this article will start to provide answers to some of your Phase 1 & 2 ESA questions. What is a Phase 2 ESA? Development projects often require a Phase 2 …
As we get further into 2020, our team at Essel Environmental Engineering will be reviewing the commercial real estate industry in the Bay Area and the wider San Francisco market. Let’s look at some of the key issues affecting the industry, how major players are likely to respond, and what to expect in the coming …
If you’re located in California or otherwise, you might have seen California Governor Gavin Newson’s press conference unveiling his plan to reopen the state in the coming months. What does this mean for your business? For starters, Governor Newsom did not give the public an exact date on when California would start to reopen, but …
When real estate property developers are prepared to start a ground-up or redevelopment construction project, they shouldn’t undervalue the importance of soil testing. Likely, they’ll need to build mass soil transport or excavation into their project plan. Why? Soil testing is vital for testing the bearing capacity so your team can properly consider the building …
Background Historically low lying areas or properties too wet to build on in San Francisco had been leveled with foreign fill to allow for their development. The contents and origin of the fill material used as part of the initial development of these areas are unknown and have been found to commonly contain an array …
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