Old projects or illegal dumping may have left contaminants in the soil around your property. This can lead to health risks for children playing in the backyard or growing vegetables. Let us make an assessment before you go ahead with your next project.
Common Sources of Soil Contamination
Contamination is often invisible, resulting from decades of previous land use or outdated building techniques. Common causes in the Blue Mountains include:
Building Run-off
Deteriorating lead paint or asbestos fragments from old eaves washing into the soil over time.
Buried Waste
Historical "backyard burials" where previous owners disposed of construction debris or household waste on-site.
Legacy Fill
Imported soil used for leveling blocks in the past that was not properly screened for pollutants.
Fire Damage
Residual ash and charred debris from previous bushfires that may contain concentrated toxins.
What can be done
Excavation and Disposal
Digging up the contaminated “hot spots” and transporting the soil to a licensed waste facility. This is the most common method for residential blocks.
Capping and Containment
Sealing the contaminated soil under a permanent, impenetrable barrier (like a concrete slab or clean fill) to prevent exposure.
Asbestos Screening
Using specialised mechanical sifters to separate asbestos fragments from the soil so the clean dirt can stay on-site, saving on disposal costs.
Our Remediation Process
Initial Testing
We take core samples to map the depth and spread of contaminants.
Strategic Removal
Instead of clearing the whole block, we target “hot spots” to keep your costs down.
Validation
Post-removal testing ensures every trace of the hazard is gone.
Reporting
We provide the documentation required by the Blue Mountains City Council for your Development Application (DA) or occupancy.