Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Environmental & Geotechnical Consulting Services in Portland
Hydro Geo & Environmental has been a trusted provider of environmental and geotechnical consulting services since 1998. Our firm combines over 40 years of geological expertise with a team of certified professionals to deliver comprehensive solutions for residential and commercial clients across Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington. We specialize in hydrogeological assessments, soil testing, remediation, and compliance with DEQ standards, ensuring projects meet rigorous environmental regulations.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through 1,000+ successful heating oil tank decommissioning projects and the use of advanced technologies like GIS and SLIDO for precise data analysis. We prioritize client satisfaction by offering rapid response times, transparent reporting, and tailored solutions that protect both property value and environmental integrity while maintaining professional liability and pollution liability insurance.
Services
Environmental Services
Geotechnical Services
Heating Oil Tank Decommissioning
Soil/Groundwater Remediation
Radon Testing & Mitigation
Subsurface Investigations
Construction Monitoring
Soil Compaction Testing
Percolation Testing
Dry Well Decommissioning
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of geological and environmental expertise.
- Our team includes certified professionals with extensive field experience.
- We ensure compliance with Oregon and Washington DEQ standards.
- We've successfully completed over 1,000 heating oil tank decommissioning projects.
- We provide rapid response for urgent environmental assessments.
Services
Environmental Services
Our environmental services include soil and groundwater contamination assessment, remediation, and compliance with regulatory standards. We conduct subsurface investigations, install monitoring wells, and perform radon testing to ensure environmental safety. With expertise in DEQ-certified cleanups, we provide comprehensive solutions for residential and commercial properties.
Geotechnical Services
Geotechnical services involve subsurface exploration, slope stability analysis, and soil compaction testing. We assess land suitability for construction, perform grading observations, and use GIS technology for accurate data analysis. Our work ensures foundations meet safety standards and mitigate geological risks for new developments.
Heating Oil Tank Decommissioning
We specialize in decommissioning underground heating oil tanks, including soil sampling, cleanup, and DEQ-certified reporting. Our team manages over 1,000 projects, ensuring safe removal and compliance with environmental regulations. We provide free on-site assessments and cost-effective solutions for residential and commercial properties.
Radon Testing & Mitigation
Our radon testing services identify harmful gas levels in homes and commercial buildings. We conduct soil-gas and ambient air sampling, then implement mitigation systems to reduce radon concentrations. This critical service protects health by addressing a leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers through EPA-recommended protocols.
Soil/Groundwater Remediation
Soil and groundwater remediation services address contamination from petroleum, VOCs, and hazardous materials. We perform site assessments, develop cleanup plans, and execute remediation using approved methods. Our work restores environmental integrity while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations for residential and industrial properties.
People
Michael Golberg
Principal
Michael Golberg holds a Master's in Hydrogeology and a Ph.D. in Engineering Geology, with over 40 years of experience in geological and environmental engineering. He leads projects in sampling, testing, and risk assessment while ensuring compliance with DEQ standards.
Questions
What environmental services do you offer?
We provide soil and groundwater testing, remediation, radon testing, heating oil tank decommissioning, and DEQ-compliant reporting for residential and commercial properties.
How do you handle oil tank decommissioning?
We conduct soil sampling, tank removal, and DEQ-certified cleanups. Our team manages over 1,000 projects, ensuring compliance and environmental safety in Portland and Vancouver.
Are your services available for commercial clients?
Yes, we serve commercial clients with geotechnical assessments, environmental compliance, and remediation services for large-scale developments and industrial sites.
What areas do you service?
We operate throughout Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, providing local expertise for environmental and geotechnical challenges.
How do you ensure regulatory compliance?
We maintain licenses with Oregon DEQ and follow state/federal regulations. Our team prepares detailed reports and works closely with agencies to ensure all projects meet compliance standards.
