ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERS & CONSULTANTS
GETTING TO THE CORE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS
Alpha Environmental is an environmental engineering and consulting firm committed to solving today's environmental issues within a regulated community. We offer clients solid recommendations, supported by well-researched reports, in a timely and affordable manner. Our goal is to provide consulting services and reduce the risk level associated with real estate transfers and lending.
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WHY ALPHA?
Confronting the existence of potential environmental liabilities is an unavoidable element of a real estate transaction. Environmental issues can be expensive to resolve, and at times may cost more than the property itself. Environmental site assessments, also known as Phase 1 investigations, are the basic defense in minimizing legal risk and liability for both the purchaser of a commercial property and their lender. Keep scrolling to discover what sets us apart from our competitors.
Expertise
Established in 1993, Alpha Environmental has provided excellent evaluations and customer service to its clients.
Each of Alpha's senior engineers and geologists has more than 15 years experience in the environmental assessment and remediation industry with several thousand site appraisals for commercial real estate transactions.
Each assessment is performed by a specialized professional who understands today's changing regulatory environment and various associated liabilities.
Turn-around Time
Alpha turns-around Phase 1 ESA's typically in 7-10 business days in comparison to the competition, which takes 10-15 business days. Often we can get our clients the critical information faster (when necessary) to make informed business decisions and meet critical deadlines.
At Alpha we believe that no deadline is too soon!
Quality
Alpha reports set industry standards which are easy to understand, well researched, consistent, and professionally illustrated.
Our concise executive summary in each report clearly details the depth of research for each property. We never withhold conclusively reportings in our findings and recommendations.
After summarizing the key findings of the evaluation, each executive summary clearly states 1) any environmental concerns with the property; 2) our recommendations; and 3) any evidence of related regulatory issues. We invite you to compare our reports with our competitors.
We believe you will see we are a cut-above. ASTM compliant reports meeting current industry standards as well as the AAI (All Appropriate Inquiry) government standard (circa 2006).
Alpha provides complete confidentiality concerning our reported findings.
Competitive Pricing
Our price point is well below the competitive average. At the same time our quality is superior. In short, you are getting the best value for your money with Alpha Environmental.
Customized Solutions
Our clients often present us with tough environmental challenges. Our extensive experience with various regulatory agencies uniquely positions Alpha Environmental to recommend creative and sound solutions. Alpha can often customize action plans to fit the client's budget, rather than stretch the client's budget to meet a rigid solution.
Superior Customer Service
To ensure smooth communication, Alpha promises project transparency and consistent feedback throughout the process to keep our clients apprised. Our clients are always able to speak to a consultant working directly on their project to get preliminary findings before the compilation of the report. This extra level of customer service means a great deal to our clients who often have to make quick and sound business decisions.
Full-Service Firm
Alpha provides the full spectrum of environmental solutions from transaction screen assessments to site remediation. A lot of our competition is not qualified or incapable of providing remediation services when warranted.
"It is our philosophy that when you come to an environmental company for assistance, you should get their assistance all the way through to completion. and not be asked to contact someone else for the remediation services." - Saurabh Jawa, CEO
Fully Insured
Alpha is insured for $2,000,000 (aggregate) - General and Professional Liability with a California admitted, Grade A carrier. Alpha carries workers compensation, as required by state law.
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ABOUT ALPHA
What we do
Alpha Environmental is a full service environmental consulting firm founded in 1993. Our carefully curated professional personnel display a wide range of relevant expertise. In pursuit of industry leadership, we require that our professionals pursue continuing education such as:
- Safety Training
- AHERA Asbestos Training
- Lead Based Paint Survey Training
- Radon Measurement Training
- Mold Survey Training
- Hazardous Materials Management - CertificationsWith diverse academic backgrounds and proven track records in environmental assessment and management, banking, real estate, and construction, we strive to ensure our professionals are well-equipped for each consultation.
What Sets us Apart
We at Alpha Environmental are dedicated to our industry. As environmental engineers, we provide high-quality consultations by meeting the challenge of today's strict regulatory requirements head on. We focus on our clients as business partners and empower them with the right information at the right time. We further service our clients by moving from the initial phase of a project to site completion in a time and cost effective manner.
Leadership
Our CEO Saurabh (Rob) Jawa is a recognized authority in his field. Backed by a degree in environmental and mechanical engineering, and a Master’s degree in Business Administration, he has successfully delivered projects for many VIP clients. Mr. Jawa and other members of our executive leadership closely guide our team of professionals to ensure an ideal outcome for both our clients and Alpha.
CAREERS
We are proud of the outstanding work that we deliver to our clients and most importantly we are proud of the people that make it happen. By bringing extremely talented and passionate people together in a collaborative environment, we are able to meet our clients needs and enjoy professional success.Please email you resumes to alpacareers@alphaen.com to join our team.
members of the alpha team include...
Registered Environmental Assessors
Civil Engineers
Registered Geologists
Scientists with Doctorate Degrees
Environmental Engineers
Mechanical Engineers
State Certified Asbestos Consultants
AHERA-Certified Asbestos Inspectors
Management with MBA Degrees
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ALPHA SERVICES
Alpha provides the full spectrum of environmental solutions from Transaction screen assessments to site remediation. Alpha's philosophy emphasizes quality in the delivery of our services."Alpha can often customize solutions to fit the client's budget, rather than make the client's budget stretch to meet a rigid solution" Saurabh Jawa, President & Ceo
Alpha Environmental provides services in the following general areas
Transaction Screens
On properties where environmental issues are not suspected and environmental liabilities are believed to be minimal, we perform Pre-Phase-I Environmental Site Assessments, also known as Transaction Screens. The elements typically included in a Transaction Screen include:
Detailed on-site and adjacent reconnaissance
Governmental/regulatory database search
Limited search of historical use records
Interviews with owner / operator(s) with historic knowledge of the site
Interviews with local officials such as fire marshal, health department, etc.
Report preparation
PHASE I ASSESSMENTS
The elements of a typical Alpha Phase I include:
All of the elements of a Transaction Screen
Detailed Historical Review: 1) Topographic map review, 2) Title search or assessor records review for a 50-year period, 3) Zoning map review, 4) Aerial photography review for at least 50-year period, 5) Sanborn Map review, if readily available, 6) Building department records and other local records, 7) Historical atlases review, 8) Historic city directory review, 9) Historic land use map review
Geologic and hydro-geologic conditions review
Soils survey review
Detailed local environmental agency research for site-specific files
Other miscellaneous documents
PHASE I UPDATE REPORTS
Alpha can update any existing Phase I from Alpha or other consultants. Typical Phase I Update Report would include:
Review of the existing Phase I that includes ASTM compliance review
Obtain and review a new 1-mile radius regulatory agency database report
Site reconnaissance to update site conditions
Verify and update site use information
Review of physical setting information, including site topography, geology, and hydrology
Color digital photographs of the site
Concise report which includes the original report
Phase II ESA's - Soil & Groundwater Investigations
Alpha Environmental provides quality Phase II investigations whose scope of work has been well designed by seasoned environmental professionals keeping the intended site-use in mind. The Phase II ESAs typically include, but are not limited to, the soil/groundwater assessments using direct-push drilling equipment or hollow-stem auger. Other Phase II ESAs offered by Alpha have included geo- physical surveys, soil vapor surveys, groundwater sampling, health-based risk assessments, etc.
Phase III - REMEDIATION SERVICES
Alpha provides remediation alternatives customized to suit the site, agency requirement, and client specific need. After providing a Cost Benefit Analysis, some of the soil/groundwater remediation methods that Alpha can implement are the following:
Bioremediation
Chemical Oxidation
Soil Vapor Extraction
Soil Excavation and Removal/Recycle
Groundwater Monitoring
Air Strippers Installation and Maintenance
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Project Oversight & Management
Air Sparging
Treatment System Design
Methane Gas Monitoring
Oil Production Site Remediation, Oversight, and Management
Underground Storage Tank/ Clarifier / Hydraulic Hoist Removals
NEPA Telecommunications Checklist Report
Alpha’s NEPA checklist report addresses 47 CFR ß1.1307 (A) 1-8 and ß1.1307 (B)
and includes the following:
Wilderness Areas
Wildlife Preserves
Endangered Species
Historical Significance
Indian Religious Sites
Floodplain
Surface Features (Wetlands)
High Intensity White Lights
Radio Frequency Radiation
Multi-Site Portfolio Projects
Alpha is adequately equipped and staffed to handle Phase I or other ESAs for multi-site portfolio projects. We understand the time constraint on these types of transactions and are ready and able to meet these deadlines. Alpha can often customize the scope and format of the reports to screen for pertinent environmental issues and meet the client’s need. This helps minimize time and cost involved in these Multi-site portfolio projects.
Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint Surveys
Thorough Site Inspection
Identification and bulk sampling of suspect material
Lab Analysis by certified independent labs
Onsite X-Ray refraction analysis for lead-based paint
Complete report with sound conclusions and recommendations
Cost estimates if required
Site Closure
Alpha specializes in obtaining regulatory closures requiring “no further investigation” from the lead agencies. Our experienced staff understands the regulatory agency logic and mind-set used to grant closures. We strive to obtain the site closures in a timely manner.
Regulatory Interface & Litigation Support
Experienced senior staff is available (on time and materials basis) to assist our clients with regulatory issues to respond to violations/directives and receive closures.
Radon Testing
If site specific radon testing is required Alpha can include that with the Phase I Assessment for an additional charge.
Mold & Fungi Services
Thorough Site Inspection
Identification and sampling (air-o-cell, tape lift, bulk, swab, wipes, etc.)
Lab Analysis by certified independent labs
Complete report with sound conclusions and recommendations
Cost estimates if required
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REST ASSURED
Alpha has worked for a variety of clients, for residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural sites. The projects have varied from something as simple as a small residential dwelling to complicated industries such as paper and metal industries. The following is a partial list of some of the Financial Institutions, Companies, Government Bodies, and Clients served by Alpha in the past:
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QUESTIONS
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Alpha guarantees results within 7 to 10 business days. In many cases, our verbal reports can be provided within 5 days. However, if a site has a file with the lead agency, an appointment for a file review must be arranged, which can take weeks. Sometimes our clients elect to have us issue the Phase I report in our guaranteed turn-around time without the file review, even if a regulatory file exists on the subject property. In these cases, we follow up the report with a letter addressing any key items discovered through the file review.
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Unless there is a known threat to human health and the environment, findings and conclusions generated through the Phase I process are not reportable to any governing state or federal agency. Our clients are not required to report any findings of the Phase I process to the agencies.
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All information generated as part of the assessment process legally belongs to the client, unless specified otherwise.
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Alpha is insured for $2,000,000 (aggregate) - General and Professional Liability with a California admitted, Grade A carrier. Alpha also carries workers compensation, as required by state law.
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On properties where environmental issues are not suspected and environmental liabilities are believed to be minimal, we perform Pre-Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, also known as transaction screens. The elements typically included in a transaction screen:- Detailed on-site and adjacent reconnaissance
- Governmental/regulatory database search
- Interviews with owner/operator(s) with historic knowledge of the site
- Interviews with local officials (fire marshal, health department, etc.)
- Report preparation
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Alpha handles Phase I Environmental Site Assessments for single single-site and multi-site mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. All assessments are performed in accordance with the most current ASTM E1527 and AAI (All Appropriate Inquiry) Standards for your protection, and include extensive research of the history of the property. The elements of a Phase I include:- All of the elements of a Transaction Screen
- Detailed Historical Review: 1) Topographic map review, 2) Title search or assessor records review for a 50-year period, 3) Zoning map review, 4) Aerial photography review for at least 50-year period, 5) Sanborn Map review, if readily available, 6) Building department records and other local records, 7) Historical atlases review, 8) Historic city directory review, 9) Historic land use map review
- Geologic and hydro-geologic conditions review
- Soils survey review
- Detailed local environmental agency research for site-specific files
- Other miscellaneous documents
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The objective of a Phase I ESA is to identify Recognized Environmental Conditions (REC). A REC is defined by ASTM E1527 as the presence or likely presence of any hazardous substances or petroleum products on a property under conditions that indicate an existing release, a past release, or a material threat of a release of any hazardous substances or petroleum products into structures on the property or into the ground, groundwater, or surface water at the site.The Phase I can identify the potential for environmental liability, not the existence of a definite problem. However, the process can bring to light factors that have the potential to cause environmental problems - factors such as:
Underground Storage Tanks (USTs),
septic systems, improper use / disposal / storage of chemicals and wastes, asbestos, and lead-based paints, surrounding properties that might pose a threat to the subsurface conditions, of the site, floor drains/dry wells and historical operations that may have impacted the subsurface beneath the site.
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If Alpha identifies the likelihood of environmental contamination or Recognized Environmental Conditions as a result of the Phase I, further investigations, i.e. a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment is warranted. In deciding whether to proceed with the Phase II, clients must consider how much risk they are willing to accept if they do not perform follow-up testing to quantify their environmental exposure. Alpha Environmental can perform the warranted Phase II investigation subsequent to client's authorization. Alpha can also perform any follow-up work necessary to quantify your exposure - whether it's abating the asbestos or removing the UST. In addition, we can implement soil or groundwater investigations and/or other necessary remediation services.
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Yes. Unless specified by the client, Alpha does not deviate from the ASTM (American Society of Testing and Materials) and AAI (All Appropriate Inquiry) standards. We will always adhere to the most current ASTM and AAI standards.
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