Environmental Soil Sampling in Portland
Testing Soil Health and Composition for Properties in Vancouver, Beaverton, Tigard, and the Greater Portland Area
Healthy soil is the lifeblood of any thriving ecosystem. At Environmental Works, we strive to help property owners across Vancouver, Beaverton, Tigard, and the Greater Portland Area understand and improve the health and composition of their soil. Our environmental soil sampling services are all about digging deeper to analyze your soil and spot any signs of contamination.
Soil sampling isn't just for gardeners or farmers; it's a critical tool for anyone looking to build, renovate, or better understand their property's environmental footprint. Whether you're checking for contaminants, evaluating for a construction project, or just trying to grow a lusher lawn, our team of experienced professionals uses cutting-edge technology and methods to provide thorough, accurate soil analysis. Dive into the world below your feet with Environmental Works' soil sampling services.
What Is Environmental Soil Sampling?
Soil sampling is a process that involves collecting and analyzing soil from various locations and depths on a property. This process aims to assess the soil's physical and chemical properties, including its nutrient content, levels of organic matter, pH levels, and potential contaminants. The gathered information provides valuable insights into the soil's health and suitability for various uses, such as gardening, farming, or construction.
The sampling process often involves digging or drilling into the soil to collect samples, which are then sent to a laboratory for detailed analysis. The results from soil sampling can guide landowners in making informed decisions and planning for the future, whether that means they need to amend their soil for better plant growth or assess the environmental safety of their land before a building project. By understanding what's in your soil, you can take steps to improve its health and productivity, contributing to a thriving ecosystem.
Our Portland soil sampling team offers customers free estimates and same-day services whenever possible. Give us a call at (503) 719-6715 today to get started!
Environmental Sampling
Testing Soil, Groundwater, Soil Gas, and Ambient Air for the Presence of Contaminations that may Impact Our Human Health and/or Our Environment
From residential Heating Oil Tanks (HOT) buried next to your homes to Gasoline Stations and Auto Repair Shops, Dry Cleaners, Commercial Facilities, Industrial Facilities and more, Environmental Works (EW) is ready to partner with you to determine if there is Environmental Issue on your property.
Examples of Environmental Issue Causes could include:
- Leaks from a Buried Heating Oil Tank
- Leaks from an Above-Ground Heating Oil Tank
- Drips and Drops of Petroleum Products and Other Chemicals onto the Ground
- Accidental Spills of Petroleum Products and Other Chemicals onto the Ground
- Poor Management Practices for Handling Petroleum Products and Other Chemicals
- And, many more.
The most direct way to determine if there is an Environmental Issue is to collect soil, groundwater, soil gas, and/or ambient air samples in select areas of concern; and have these samples analyzed and quantified by a Certified Laboratory to determine if there are chemicals present in the ground and if they are harmful for our family, friends, co-workers, customers, community, and the environment.
Environmental Works meets and exceeds all Federal, State, Tribal, Local and Community regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Environmental Works provides sampling services utilizing various sampling methods that will be the most cost effective, least intrusive, and tailored specifically to your property.
Examples of Sampling Methods could include:
- Grab Soil Sampling
- Composite Soil Sampling
- Grab Groundwater Sampling
- Low-Flow Groundwater Sampling
- Subsurface Soil Gas Sampling
- Ambient Air Soil Gas Sampling
- Manual Hand-Auger Drilling
- Manual Direct Push-Probe Drilling
- Mobilization of Various Types of Drill Rigs (i.e. Geo-Probe, Sonic, Auger, Core Drill)
- And, many more.
What Other Environmental Services Can We Help You With?
- Excavation and Removal of Contaminated Soil and Other Materials
- Excavation, Hauling, and Proper Disposal of Contaminated Soils and Other Materials
- Removal and Proper Disposal of Liquid Petroleum Products and Other Chemicals
- Disposal Permitting
- Petroleum Product Recycling
- Metal Recycling
Remedial Options
- Passive and/or Active Soil Gas Extraction Systems
- Groundwater Extraction and Disposal
- Others
Institutional Options
- Property Deed Restrictions
- Institutional Controls
- Best Management Practices
- Others
Happy Customers in Your Neighborhood
Hear From Our Past Customers
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“Environmental Iron Works responded to my request for help the same day. Issue was resolved that day by Joel & Jacob. I appreciate Steve & Colby coordinating this last minute request on a Friday afternoon. Very professional, speedy response for help”- Michelle K.
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“I'm happy with the service Ework provided and I will definitely be recommending you guys to friends and family! Exceptional service and also, I appreciate you guys for being on time twice! The fair pricing is also what made me become an appreciative custom”- Josh B.
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“We had environmental works install a drain line by doing horizontal drilling for a 3” line for 110’, install the pipe and connect to existing plumbing that needed the extension. The work was done to our satisfaction in a single day.”- James R.
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“This company was great to work with, I am an older widow and I felt they gave me a very fair bid! They were here when they said did the job and cleaned up as much as they could as they had to dig up some of my yard.”- Jan S.
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“I had the pleasure of working with Dave and others from Environmental Works. Integrity, professionalism, and detail-oriented every step of the way. They were able to work with my budget and time windows, a project completed by the book.”- Nick W.
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“I truly would recommend this company to anyone- specifically because of the customer service and value I received having Joe come on site. Joe at Environmental Works went way above and beyond helping me locate a very a hard to find tank in the backyard.”- Alex M.
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“Hunter was absolutely amazing to work with! Very professionally handled my unique situation making sure to cover every angle and make sure it was done right and under warranty. Drew did an awesome job with the repair work…got it done right and so fast.”- Kyle P.
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“Environmental Works performed a sewer scope inspection and a radon test for me and made the process very easy, and at the right price. I received a comprehensive and detailed report for the test and inspection right away. Scheduling was a breeze and everyo”- Mark G.
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“Sam and Environmental Works did a 5 star job for us. We had a high radon level and they came out and they fixed it in the afternoon. They also saved us thousands of dollars by only doing part of the job they thought they would need to do. We only needed ha”- Patty M.
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