Identify Potential Environmental Liabilities Before Acquisition

REDD Group’s in-house Environmental Team delivers comprehensive and reliable Phase I ESA Reports nationwide – helping you avoid environmental risks, meet lender and regulatory requirements, and avoid costly setbacks.

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Comprehensive Environmental Site Assessments

Environmental compliance is a cornerstone of commercial real estate due diligence. REDD Group guides clients through Phase I ESAs with a structured, transparent process. Our team combines historical research, regulatory review, and on-site inspections to uncover any environmental risks, helping you make informed decisions and avoid potential risks. Our Phase I ESA Reports:

  • Confirm Historical Use of the Property
  • Provides Current Property Conditions
  • Regulatory Records Review
  • Identifies Potential Environmental Risks
  • ASTM E1527/AAI Compliant
 
 
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Historical Site Analysis &
Contamination Review

Our experienced environmental professionals conduct thorough site evaluations in accordance with the most current ASTM E1527 standards and the EPA’s All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI) rule. By identifying Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs), we help you make informed decisions and limit potential liability under CERCLA regulations.

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On-Site Field Assessment
and Verification

We conduct a physical inspection of the property and surrounding areas to identify visible signs of contamination on structures and features for potential impact.

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Regulatory Records Review
and Interviews

Records are reviewed, examining historical land use through aerial imagery, topographic maps, city directories, Federal and State environmental databases. We also conduct interviews with current and past owners, occupants, operators, and local regulators to gather site-specific environmental information.

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Transparent Reporting &
Risk Insights

We summarize our findings through detailed reports, identifying any Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) and recommending next steps, if any.

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How Phase I ESAs Fit Into Commercial Real Estate Due Diligence

Phase I Environmental Assessments (ESAs) are a cornerstone of commercial real estate due diligence as they assist buyers, lenders, and investors make informed decisions and uncover hidden risks. Designed to identify potential contamination or environmental liabilities associated with a property, our reports are ASTM E1527 compliance, satisfies the EPA’s All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI) rule, which is essential for legal protection under CERCLA, mitigating risk, maintaining regulatory compliance, and providing decision-making clarity.

Ordering your Phase I ESA Report, Zoning Report and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey from the Same Company

At REDD Group, you can order a Phase I ESA Report, Zoning Report, and an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey simultaneously which ensures consistency, accuracy, and efficiency. By combining these services, you eliminate discrepancies between physical and legal property data, streamline communication, accelerate turnaround times, and often reduce costs. This integrated approach also simplifies title endorsement requirements and provides a more reliable foundation for due diligence.

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Move Forward with Confidence — Nationwide

Start with a Free CRE Due Diligence Consultation

Partner with REDD Group as your trusted provider for all your ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Zoning Compliance, Environmental and Assessment Services, in all 50 states. Get clear, weekly updates that help you manage risk, streamline approvals, and protect your investment. From a single site to multi-site, multi-state transactions, REDD Group delivers results.