Greater Toronto Area · Ontario
Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments in Burlington
For properties in Burlington, our Phase 1 ESAs follow CSA Z768-01 for transactions, or O. Reg. 153/04 where a filing is involved.
Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments in Burlington
CSA Z768-01 tends to serve financing and transaction needs, while O. Reg. 153/04 governs filings such as a Record of Site Condition or a permit application.
In Burlington, our Phase 1 ESA work covers to identify potential contamination through a records review, a site visit and interviews — without any sampling. We work from our Vaughan head office, about 61 km from Burlington, so site attendance is straightforward rather than an added cost.
The Phase 1 ESA page explains the process and the report in full.
A Phase 2 ESA follows when a concern is identified — see our Phase 2 ESA page for Burlington.
When you need a Phase 1 ESA
Three situations that most often prompt one.
Nearby areas we serve
Ontario-wide coverage, generally within about 500 km of our Vaughan head office.
Common questions
Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments in Burlington
How long does a Phase 1 ESA take in Burlington?
Typically two to four weeks from engagement, depending on how quickly historical records and site access can be arranged.
How much does a Phase 1 ESA cost in Burlington?
It depends on the size and history of the property, and how much historical documentation is involved. We quote a fixed price for a defined scope before starting.
Which standard applies?
CSA Z768-01 tends to serve financing and transaction needs, while O. Reg. 153/04 governs filings such as a Record of Site Condition or a permit application.
What happens if a concern is identified?
Where an Area of Potential Environmental Concern is identified, the next step is usually a Phase 2 ESA to confirm it with sampling.
Need a Phase 1 ESA in Burlington?
Send the address and what it's for, and we'll confirm the standard and reply with a fixed quote.