If the property you are considering purchasing has a known underground storage tank, it’s your right to conduct a tank investigation to assess potential environmental risks. Hydroscience Group conducts thorough evaluations of the soil surrounding underground storage tanks to determine its condition and identify any signs of contamination.
The process involves advancing borings and performing on-site soil screening by a New Jersey-licensed subsurface evaluator. Soil may be qualified as clean during the inspection, but additional testing can be performed if needed. If traces of heating oil (not discharge) are suspected or if field screening is bypassed, soil samples can be sent to a state-certified laboratory for further analysis.
Key steps in the tank investigation process:
- Borings are advanced to collect soil samples near the underground tank.
- On-site screening is conducted to evaluate soil conditions.
- A New Jersey-licensed subsurface evaluator determines if soil can be classified as clean.
- Soil samples can be sent to a state-certified laboratory for detailed analysis.
- Laboratory results report any concentrations of oil within the samples.
Tank investigations provide critical information about soil quality and potential contamination risks, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and protecting property value.