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These “due diligence” projects often involve record searches, site inspections, aerial photograph interpretations as a part of site history, and soil and water sampling. Assessments are performed in accordance with the requirements set forth in the American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) Standard Practice E 1527-94, with modifications when needed for specific sites.  If necessary, the design and implementation of clean-up plans may become a part of the tasks.  HES maintains in-house experts for complete environmental audits such as record searches, pollution control evaluations, sampling, and regulatory compliance review.

Environmental assessments are becoming increasingly  important in relation to property transfers.  Financial institutions, owners, buyers and investors need to know of any liabilities associated with property before it changes hands.  HES has helped banks, governmental entities, school districts and corporations evaluate properties before making decisions on purchases and leases.

Sample collection aids in the identification of specific hazards at a site as well as verification of the extent of contamination.  The quantity of hazardous materials is an important factor in the cost for remediation and thus the value of affected property.

HES personnel realize that surprises of a hazardous nature can be extremely costly.  Our goal is to provide relevant information to aid our clients in decision-making and eliminate surprises.

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