Assess, understand, and protect before building
Before any development project or real estate transaction, it is essential to assess the environmental condition of the site.
The Phase I to IV environmental site assessments performed by Geostar identify, confirm and address the possible presence of contaminants in soils and groundwater.
Our team of specialists combines scientific expertise, technical rigour and knowledge of environmental standards to support developers, institutions and individuals at every stage of the process:
Phase I: historical review and visual inspection to detect potential contamination risks.
Phase II: sample collection and laboratory analyses to confirm the presence or absence of contaminants.
Phase III: full assessment of the contamination — its nature, extent and environmental impacts.
Phase IV: decontamination and remediation work on the site, following best practices and Ministry of the Environment requirements.
Through a comprehensive and transparent approach, Geostar helps clients ensure regulatory compliance, protect the value of their assets and minimize environmental risks.
- Complete analysis compliant with the Ministry of Environment requirements.
- Professional support at every stage — from diagnosis to remediation.
- Clear and detailed reports, delivered quickly to simplify your process.
- Reduction of financial and legal risks related to soil contamination.
- Tailored solutions adapted to the site's nature and your specific needs.
FAQ
Environmental studies are a key step in any real estate or development project.
They help prevent risks linked to soil contamination, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect the value of your investment.
At Géostar, we support you from the initial diagnosis through to the full remediation of the site, with rigor and transparency.
They are used to assess the environmental condition of a site and to identify the possible presence of contaminants in the soil or groundwater.
Each phase deepens the analysis up to full decontamination, if necessary.
An environmental study is generally required for a real estate transaction, a construction project, or at the request of a financial institution before financing a commercial, industrial or residential site.
Phase I: identification of contamination risks (site inspection and historical review).
Phase II: soil and water sampling and analyses.
Phase III: full assessment of the contamination.
Phase IV: site decontamination and remediation.
The duration varies depending on the phase and the complexity of the site.
A Phase I takes on average 30 business days. The following phases can extend over several weeks depending on the sampling and remediation work required.
With its team of experts and integrated approach, Geostar guarantees rigorous analyses, compliance with environmental standards and concrete solutions to secure your projects and protect your investment.