Does Contamination Stay in Place?
Depending on the type of substance, the size of the release, types of soils, depth to groundwater, and numerous other factors, the degree and extent of contamination is always a concern. Pollutants can move from the original source and impact other properties, sometimes hundreds of yards away. Some types of contamination (e.g., dry cleaning fluid) can last for decades, and migrate through subsurface groundwater. Petroleum compounds, on the other hand, can break down and become inert over time, but when mobilized, can cause significant environmental damage.
