Oil Tank Scan Using GPR Help Home Buyers Identify Buried Risk in N.J.

NEW JERSEY, N.J. - Aug. 25, 2013 - PRLog -- Buying a home in New Jersey can be a risky business. Finding a property that never had a underground storage tank in New Jersey older areas is rare. Buried oil tanks are not the only concern there are improperly abandoned septic tanks which can collapse and cause a dangerous sink hole, buried car parts and contruction debris including Asbestos, along with a list of other buried hazards. Ground Penetrating radar allows one to identify buried metallic and nonmetalic objects such as PVC, cement, Plastic ,Fiberglass and Asbestos Pipes. However in some cases the heating oil tank may have been removed decades ago but soil and ground water contamination may linger on.  Completing a Ground Penetrating Radar scan is a good first. However, followup with soil and ground water testing insures that the site is not contaminated. Ground Penetrating Radar does not identify soil or ground water contamination so the extra costs for soil boring is well spent. Many first time home buyers are lured in false thinking that a Oil tank sweep is all that they need to complete proper " Due Diligence" but more is required to proper access risk.

Heating oil under a residential structure can cause illness to the occupants in addition to costing thousands of dollars for clean-up. Environmental Systems can provide a detailed risk assessment of a commercial and residential property providing the buyer with a "Piece of Mind" and data to make a important purchasing decision.

For additional infomation contact Environmental Systems at 732-892-8707 or visit our website at depenvirosystems.com