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This section of the website provides answers to technical and frequently asked questions. If you have a question or technical issue that is not addressed here, additional support can be obtained by filling out the contact e Phase form located here. Click on the links below. How long does the Phase I process take? How much does a Phase I typically cost? How much does a Transaction Screen typically cost? Do I need to report my findings to the EPA or DEP? Are the results confidential? Does e Phase carry insurance? What is the difference between a Transaction Screen and a Phase I? What will the Phase I process identify? What if there are issues identified in the Phase I? What's next? Does e Phase follow the ASTM standard? How long is the Phase I report good for? How can my report be delivered? How do I use e Quote? How long does the Phase I process take? e Phase guarantees results within 10 to 15 business days. In many cases, our reports are delivered within 5 to 10 business days. However, if a site has a file with the DEP, an appointment for a file review must be arranged, and this can take weeks. Sometimes our clients elect to have us issue the Phase I report in our guaranteed turnaround time without the file review even if a regulatory file exists on the subject property. In these cases, we'll follow up the report with a letter addressing any key items discovered through the file review. How much does a Phase I typically cost? The cost of a Phase I typically depends on the size of the property and the type of facility. But the Phase I usually ranges from $1,650 to $2,000. In addition, if asbestos and lead-based paint samples are required, e Phase charges on a per-sample basis. For additional savings, e Phase offers volume discounts of up to 20% for multi-site, multi-state portfolios. How much does a Transaction Screen typically cost? The cost of a Transaction Screen, which is also guaranteed within 10 to 15 business days, depends on the size of the property. Generally speaking, the cost of a Transaction Screen ranges from $800 to $1,000.
Do I need to report my findings to the EPA or DEP? Unless there is a known threat to human health and the environment, findings and conclusions generated through the Phase I process are not reportable to any governing state or federal agency. e Phase leaves it up to our clients to report any findings of the Phase I process to the agencies. Are the results confidential? Yes. It is e Phase's internal policy that all projects are confidential in nature. Without specific written consent of the client, all information generated as part of the Phase I process is the property of the client and is not shared with anyone outside e Phase. Does e Phase carry insurance? Yes. Each and every Phase I we perform is covered under our extensive insurance policy. e Phase maintains policies of insurance for Commercial General Liability, Professional Liability (for Engineers and Scientists) and Pollution Liability, each with a liability limit of 1,000,000. In addition, e Phase carries worker's compensation, as required by state law. What is the difference between a Transaction Screen and a Phase I? Transaction Screens
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
What will the Phase I process identify? The Phase I process identifies recognized environmental conditions and environmental concerns. A recognized environmental condition is defined as the presence or likely presence of contamination at or in the immediate vicinity of the site under conditions that would indicate an existing release, a past release or a material threat of release of CERCLA hazardous substances, petroleum, or petroleum products in, at, or to the subject property that would attract the attention of a regulatory agency. The identification of environmental concerns can bring to light factors that have the potential to cause environmental problems - factors such as USTs, septic systems, improper use/disposal/storage of chemicals and wastes, asbestos and lead-based paints, surrounding properties that might pose as a threat to the subsurface conditions of the site, floor drains/dry wells and historical operations that may have impacted the subsurface beneath the site.
What if there are issues identified in the Phase I? What's next? If e Phase identifies recognized environmental conditions and/or significant environmental concerns as a result of the Phase I, we usually recommend that a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment be performed. In deciding whether to proceed with the Phase II, clients must consider how much risk they are willing to accept if they do not perform follow-up testing to quantify their environmental exposure. e Phase works with a number of specialists who can perform any follow-up work we recommend necessary to quantify your exposure - whether it's abating the asbestos or removing the UST. In addition, we can recommend consulting firms should you need to implement a soil or ground water investigation.
Does e Phase follow the ASTM standards? Yes. Unless specified by the client, e Phase does not deviate from the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standard. We will always adhere to the most current ASTM standard.
How long is the Phase I report good for? As per the current ASTM standard, a Phase I report is valid for a period of one year provided that the necessary updates are performed between 6 months and one year. After one year, the Phase I report needs to redone.
How can my report be delivered? e Phase can email you a PDF version of your report when finalized and upon request. As a standard of practice, e Phase sends out two hard copies of the Phase I report via Express Mail.
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