Phase I Environmental Site Assessments

Phase I Environmental Site Assessments

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    Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment In Chicago

    A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (Phase I ESA) is often required when a commercial or industrial property is sold, redeveloped or refinanced. During these transactions, Phase I Site Assessments are an important part of the due diligence process as they help lenders and property buyers minimize their environmental liabilities. A high-quality Phase I ESA can facilitate refinancing of a property, prevent delays in site redevelopment projects and save purchasers thousands of dollars by ensuring costly site remediation work isn’t necessary.

    What Is a Phase 1 ESA?

    A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment is an investigation of a site to assess past and present property use as well as any indication of hazardous materials, petroleum spills or other contamination. Conducted by a certified environmental consultant, a Phase 1 ESA will identify any Recognized Environmental Condition (REC) on the site in accordance with ASTM E1527-13 guidelines. This can include conditions confirming a current or prior release of substances on the property, as well as indications that such a release could have happened and/or conditions that pose future risk of release. 

    The resulting report provides critical information for stakeholders in commercial and industrial real estate transactions. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment is considered standard due diligence and is often required by lending institutions, as well as to qualify for liability protection. 

    To meet your unique Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment needs, we offer:


    • Expedited site inspection and report delivery — Avoid costly transaction delays. We have one of the fastest turnaround times in the Chicago area. 
    • Competitive pricing — Why pay for vendor inefficiency? We’ve got our process down pat, and will pass the savings on to you. While our pricing is a step above “bargain basement” ESA services, we offer very competitive rates for quality work. 
    • Experienced, ASTM-approved environmental professionals — We employ only certified, experienced ESA specialists, so you can relax knowing you’re in good hands. 
    • Lender, ASTM and IHDA-approved Phase I reports — Most Chicago lenders are familiar with our work, so your transaction won’t be delayed by a last-minute approval process. 
    • Free reliance letters — Typical rates for reliance letters range from $250 to $600. When we conduct a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment, we include this service free of charge as thanks for doing business with us. 

    Why Choose Environmental Consulting Group as Your Phase 1 ESA Provider? 

    Environmental Consulting Group (ECG) is well-known in the Chicago area for our prompt and affordable service. But you may not be aware that we have one of the most experienced environmental assessment teams in Chicagoland. We require our ESA specialists to have at least 10 years of experience in Phase 1 site assessment to conduct a standard Phase 1 ESA report. Our ESA Project Managers all have at least 15 years of experience, and no ESA report gets into your hands without a final review by an ESA Senior Project Manager with at least 18 years of experience. 

    When you work with us, you can rest assured that you will be getting the most accurate assessment of your site available to avoid liability and budgeting hassles later on. 

    Contact Us for a Free Estimate Today 

    Ready to get started, or have questions about Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments in Chicago? Fill out the form below, or call us at 800.282.2084 to speak with a site assessment expert right away. 
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