ESA Phase 1
Inspections
Structured Photo Documentation
11 Years Experienced Certified Master Inspector Across KY & IN
Owner and Past-Operator Interviews Conducted On-Site, Same Visit
Turnaround in less than 1 week
Become ASTM E1527/AAI Compliant
Why Compliance Matters
CERCLA Liability Is Strict
Under federal Superfund law, a current owner can be forced to clean up contamination — even if they didn’t cause it.
By having a Phase 1 inspection, you're protected from such liability.
Lenders Require It
SBA, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, CMBS, and HUD/FHA financing routinely require a current Phase I before closing.
The Innocent Landowner Defense
A properly conducted Phase I is how a buyer satisfies EPA’s “All Appropriate Inquiries” rule and protects against that liability.
This includes the review of federal and state environmental databases, inspecting the physical property for hazardous conditions, and interviewing past owners and local officials to identify potential contamination.
It Has a Shelf Life
Key components expire after 180 days. Deals that stall need a refreshed report — a built-in reason to move now.
How It Works
Records Review
Federal, state & local
environmental databases
Site Visit
Visual inspection of the
property & neighbors
Interviews
Current & past owners,
operators, officials
Signed Documents
Findings on RECs, issued
by a licensed EP
Faster Turnaround
The average time for an ESA Phase 1 is 10-14 days from start to finish.
We cut that time in Half - 5 to 7 days - allowing your project to continue, uninterrupted.
Meet Our Owner
Our Certified Master Inspector, Eric Gentry, goes the extra mile to ensure every client gets the service they need.
With 11 years of experience, Eric and his team provide quality results, which is why clients continue to return for our services.
Education, diligence, and integrity are at the core of GuardianPro.
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Counties We Service
- Jefferson
- Oldham
- Bullitt
- Spencer
- Hardin
- Shelby
- Nelson
- Taylor
- Trimble
- Jefferson
- Clark
- Floyd
- Scott
- Washington
- Harrison
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