Environmental Services

What I Think You Should You Know About Radon Testing & Mitigation?

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Radon testing

The detrimental effects of radon upon people’s health has been well researched and recorded, especially in recent years. It’s presence in commercial buildings and multifamily dwellings, even in miniscule degrees, can be lethal. In fact, over a period of time radon can cause a myriad of serious illnesses and diseases and lead to death. Thus, its remediation or …

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How to Hire An Environmental Consultant?

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INTRODUCTION: You have many choices when it comes to environmental consulting firm.  Having been a part of the industry for over 15 years, we at Essel know there are some significant distinctions between certain firms. To help you along your decision making process, we have compile a list of 5 questions you should ask when …

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The Single Most Common Issue Found in Properties and How Much It Costs…

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During a site walk-through on a property due-diligence survey, such as a Property Condition Assessment (PCA), there are certain common recommended upgrades and repairs. These items range from immediate code deficiencies, life safety issues, general replacement and/or deferred maintenance. One of the most common site issues is the upkeep of asphalt paving. All paving should …

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What should you know about Property Condition Assessments?

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Engineer Conducting Property Condition Assessment

A Property Condition Assessment (PCA) consists of a building walk-through to identify any significant deficiencies that would require more than $3000 to repair, or could not be easily repaired through routine maintenance. The findings are incorporated into a Property Condition report, so the buyer or lender more fully understands the condition of the asset being …

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How Do We Keep You From Buying a Toxic Radioactive Dump Site?

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Thats easy – An Environmental Site Assessment Phase 1 The Basics A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (Phase I ESA) is the fundamental step in site acquisition and development. This report is prepared to help prospective owners and lending institutions understand environmental liability risks linked to the subject property. Phase I environmental site assessment reports …

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How To Not Buy A Lemon of a Building

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There are two aspects of due diligence available to the real estate investor to make sure the building and land have no issues when they are being purchased. One is Environmental Due Diligence and the other is Engineering Due Diligence. There are many companies that can perform the former but have no idea what the …

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Building Surveys

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Various building owners & managers depend on Essel Environmental to perform building surveys. The scope of work for a building survey can be very diverse. Take some time to learn about three of our most common types of building surveys: Hazardous Materials Building: We perform an exhaustive survey of the interior, exterior & roof components …

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Top 5 Things that Need to Be Sampled During a Geotech Assessment

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In order to understand the risks posed by rock and soil, a geotechnical assessment is required. Through an assessment, you can learn more about soft or weak ground, groundwater, and the potential for landslides and sink holes in your work area. However, there are a few samples that need to be collected in order for …

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