Understanding the remediation process is crucial to your property’s compliance and long-term value. If your Orlando Phase II Environmental Site Assessment revealed contamination, Creative Environmental Solutions can help you determine the most effective and cost-efficient next steps.
Whether or not Creative Environmental Solutions (CES) performed your Phase I and Phase II ESAs, we can formulate a remediation plan if needed. If you’re unsure where to begin, our team can handle the entire process, from investigating the history of your property to final sign-off on code-compliant remediation. Let’s review the steps that get us there.
What Is A Phase I ESA?
A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment is a records-based investigation and site walk-through that asks one key question: could past land uses have left contamination in the soil or groundwater? Our team reviews historical deeds, aerials, regulatory files, and maps, interviews current and former owners, and documents present-day site conditions. The outcome is a lender-ready report that flags any recognized environmental conditions (RECs) and spells out whether you need a Phase II ESA or other follow-up action.
What Is A Phase II ESA?
A Phase II Environmental Site Assessment is conducted when a Phase I ESA identifies potential contamination. This phase involves collecting soil, groundwater, or vapor samples from targeted areas and sending them to a certified lab for analysis. The goal is to confirm whether hazardous substances are present—and if so, at what levels. The results help determine whether cleanup is needed and guide the development of a site-specific remediation plan.
Understanding Your Orlando Phase II Environmental Site Assessment Results
If the Orlando Phase II Environmental Site Assessment reveals contamination, we include a remedial action plan (RAP) outlining the next steps. The CES team has crafted site assessment reports and remedial action plans for numerous commercial and industrial sites across Florida and the Southeast.
At each stage of a cleanup project, CES meticulously evaluates all investigative and remedial options. Our team of geologists and engineers remains up-to-date on the latest technologies and regulations and is dedicated to identifying the most economical strategies to achieve site closure.
Remediation Techniques
Our comprehensive RAP will include a detailed plan for cleaning up your property. This plan ensures compliance and can aid in potential real estate transactions that rely on your site assessment report. We employ techniques including the following:
Air Sparging
Air sparging is a method used to clean contaminated soil and groundwater. It involves injecting air underground to help remove volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other pollutants.
Soil Vapor Extraction
Soil vapor extraction is a remediation technique often paired with air sparging that uses a vacuum to extract contaminated vapors from the soil, which are then treated above ground.
Multi-Phase Extraction
Multi-phase extraction is a remediation technique used to remove contaminated groundwater, separate non-aqueous phase liquids (NAPLs) such as oil, and extract soil vapor from the subsurface.
Pump and Treat Systems
Pump and treat systems are remediation methods used to remove contaminated groundwater from the subsurface using pumps, treat it above ground, and either re-inject it into the ground or discharge it safely into surface water bodies.
In-Situ Chemical Oxidation
In-situ chemical oxidation is a remediation technique that involves injecting chemical oxidants into the contaminated groundwater or soil to chemically break down and neutralize pollutants such as volatile organic compounds and other contaminants.
Phase II ESA FAQ:
What is the purpose of a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment in Orlando?
A Phase II ESA in Orlando helps property owners, buyers, and developers determine whether contamination exists below the surface. It involves lab analysis of soil or groundwater samples to confirm environmental conditions before development or sale.
Is a Phase II ESA required in Florida before construction or redevelopment?
Not always—but if a Phase I ESA shows potential contamination, a Phase II ESA is often required to move forward with permitting, financing, or property transfer in Florida.
Creative Environmental Solutions Has The Expertise To Guide You Through Your Remediation Next Steps
If your site assessments reveal contamination, don’t worry. Our skilled team of Orlando Phase II Environmental Site Assessment experts will create and execute a remediation strategy to get your property in excellent condition. With over 150 years of combined experience, we’ve seen and done it all. Trust us to clean up your property to full environmental compliance. Contact us today to see how we can put our expertise to work for you.
