A Phase II ESA tests the soil, groundwater, or air to check for contamination. It tells you if there’s a real problem under the ground.

You need one when a Phase I ESA finds signs of possible contamination—like old tanks, spills, or past industrial use (called a "Recognized Environmental Condition" or REC).

It includes site testing, lab analysis, a review of results, and a clear report showing if there are environmental risks.

Not always. It just means we need to test and find out. Sometimes results come back clean, and no additional action is needed.

Most Phase IIs take 1 to 3 weeks, depending on how much testing is needed and how fast the lab can process the samples.

It depends on what the Phase I found.

We usually take soil, groundwater, and sometimes vapor samples.

We’ll explain what it means and what to do next. The site may need cleanup or a plan to manage the issue, depending on the results.

Sometimes. If the Phase I raised concerns, banks may require Phase II testing before they approve a loan or close the deal.

It’s not recommended. A Phase I helps guide where to test, so your Phase II is targeted and cost-effective.

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