Since 2002, Care Environmental Remediation Services has conducted soil remediation and underground storage tank and oil tank removal for thousands of customers. These services have helped businesses and property owners throughout Somerset, Morris, Warren, and Sussex counties and the surrounding…
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Can I Install My Own Heating Oil Tank?
If you’re a DIY homeowner, you may wonder if you can save money by installing your own heating oil tank. While it’s possible to handle the installation yourself, in most cases, this is a project for a service professional. Many…
Understanding How Environmental Site Assessments Tie into Due Diligence in Real Estate
While in the market to purchase real estate, a potential buyer should obtain as much information about that property as possible. This is known as due diligence. In real estate, this term refers to the investigation of facts about the…
What Is a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment?
A Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment is an essential step to take when acquiring commercial or industrial property. This initial test is conducted to gather information regarding the current and historical use of the land included in a commercial real…
Reasons Soil and Groundwater Remediation Benefit the Environment
Soil and groundwater contamination can be caused by the improper handling of harmful chemicals, leaking underground storage tanks (USTs), and other sources. This type of contamination is highly detrimental to the environment and can threaten human health. Environmental remediation targets…
Things to Consider When Buying a House with an Underground Oil Tank
When it comes to buying a home, much like any investment, there’s always some risk involved. That risk is increased when purchasing a home with an underground oil tank (UST). Over time, buried oil tanks can pollute the surrounding soil…
Why You Shouldn’t Try to Remove Your Own Oil Tank
Some people attempt underground storage tank and oil tank removal without recognizing how dangerous it can be. This task requires the proper training and equipment to avoid adverse consequences to your property, health, and reputation. When it comes to tank…
Reasons to Hire an Environmental Consultant
Many business and property owners in Northern New Jersey want to be environmentally conscious, but it can be challenging to know if their current processes are sustainable. If you need guidance understanding the environmental condition of your business or property,…
How do I know that my tank is leaking?
Once a Homeowner or Business owner decides to remove their heating oil underground storage tank their biggest fear is that the tank has leaked into the Soil and potentially Ground Water. The anticipation of wonder if the tank is intact or leaking can be overwhelming for some. The only…
Soil Testing: What Is It and When Is It Needed?
When privately owned land is known to be contaminated with chemical pollutants, environmental law holds the property owner responsible for cleaning up the contamination, a process known as remediation. One way to verify the presence of contaminants at a property…