Environmental Inspections & Assessments
NBI® Illinois provides comprehensive environmental inspections and assessments for commercial and residential properties. Our certified environmental professionals identify potential environmental hazards and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Environmental Inspection Services
Comprehensive environmental assessments for all types of properties and facilities
Industrial Facilities
Environmental assessments for manufacturing and industrial properties
Educational Facilities
Environmental health assessments for schools and universities
Food Service Facilities
Environmental health and safety assessments for restaurants
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
Scope of Work for a Phase I ESA is in accordance with the ASTM standards, designation E1527 and includes comprehensive site reconnaissance to identify potential recognized environmental conditions.
Comprehensive property inspection including interior and exterior of buildings
Current and past uses of hazardous substances and petroleum products
Above ground and underground storage tank identification
Evidence of drums or other chemical containers
Evidence of PCB containing equipment
Current and historical means to heat buildings
Stained soils, chemical spills, stressed vegetation, unusual odors
Pits, ponds, lagoons, wells, and sewage disposal systems
Comprehensive Investigation Areas:
Phase II Subsurface Investigation
The Phase II Subsurface Investigation scope of work is based upon recognized environmental concerns discovered during a Phase I ESA. Comprehensive subsurface sampling and analysis for environmental contaminants.
Up to 6 on-site soil borings to 6-12 feet below ground surface using GeoProbe technology.
Temporary wells for groundwater sampling when groundwater is encountered.
On-site geologist classification and VOC screening with Photoionization detector (PID).
Up to 8 soil or groundwater samples analyzed for VOCs, PNAs, and total metals.
Phase II Investigation Details:
Field Investigation:
- • Up to 6 on-site soil borings to 6-12 feet below ground surface
- • GeoProbe technology for efficient subsurface investigation
- • Temporary wells for groundwater sampling when encountered
- • On-site geologist for soil classification and VOC screening
Laboratory Analysis:
- • Up to 8 soil or groundwater samples
- • VOC analysis with methanol preservation
- • Polynuclear aromatics (PNAs) testing
- • Total metals analysis
Why Choose NBI® for Environmental Services?
Professional environmental assessments with comprehensive reporting and expert analysis.
All Phase I ESAs follow ASTM E1527 standards for environmental due diligence.
Experienced environmental professionals and on-site geologists.
Detailed reports with all data, analysis, and recommendations.
Identify potential environmental liabilities before property transactions.
Comprehensive Reporting
Phase I ESA Report
- • Site reconnaissance findings
- • Historical use analysis
- • Environmental condition assessment
- • Recognized environmental conditions identification
- • Recommendations for Phase II if needed
Phase II ESA Report
- • All investigative data collection
- • Analytical data and results
- • Subsurface investigation findings
- • Conclusions and recommendations
- • Risk assessment and next steps
Need Environmental Due Diligence?
Get professional Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments following ASTM standards for your property transactions and development projects.