August 18, 2026
Environmental Sampling
Testing Soil, Groundwater, Soil Gas, and Ambient Air for the Presence of Contaminants 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 an 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


Providing Services to
Portland & Beyond
- Beaverton
- Clark County
- Hillsboro
- Multnomah County
- Tigard
- Washington County
- Clackamas County
- Gresham
- Lake Oswego
- Portland
- Vancouver
- Yamhill County
Soil Testing for All Purposes
We provide environmental soil sampling services for a wide range of purposes, catering to diverse needs and ensuring comprehensive soil health analysis.
We provide environmental soil sampling services for:
- Home gardening: From hobbyist gardeners to those looking to grow their own food, we analyze soil for optimal plant growth, checking for nutrient content and pH levels.
- Agriculture: We test soil for farmers and agricultural businesses to ensure it has the necessary nutrient balance for crop health and productivity.
- Construction projects: Before embarking on a construction project, we can assess soil's suitability for building, considering factors like composition and stability.
- Environmental impact studies: We conduct thorough soil tests to evaluate the potential environmental impact of various activities, helping you comply with necessary regulations and safeguard the environment.
- Contaminant checks: If you suspect your soil might be contaminated, our team can provide a detailed analysis, pinpointing any harmful substances and advising on next steps.
With each of these services, we aim to help you understand and improve the health and safety of your soil, contributing to a better environment for everyone.
Request an environmental soil test today – call our Portland office at (503) 719-6715 or reach out to Environmental Works online!
