Methane Barrier for Soil Vapor Membrane
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Methane Barrier for Soil Vapor Membrane

ByGeo Forward

Methane Barrier for Soil Vapor Membrane A methane barrier is an impervious soil vapor membrane underlying building slabs and retaining walls. And it has the purpose of stopping subsurface methane soil gas from intruding inside structures. The overall goal is to protect the human occupants of buildings overlying methane soil gas pockets. For instance, petroleum…

What to Know about Methane Mitigation Construction
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What to Know about Methane Mitigation Construction

ByGeo Forward

10 Things to Know Before Methane Barrier Installation Methane barrier installation is part of the overall methane mitigation construction process. Methane barrier construction in Los Angeles requires the use of specific materials with LADBS approval. Additionally, the applicator must have the proper certifications from the local building department and impervious vapor membrane manufacturers. In fact,…

What is a Remedial Action Plan?
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What is a Remedial Action Plan?

ByGeo Forward

Remedial Action Plan A Remedial Action Plan, or Remediation Plan is a guideline that proposes a series of engineering and geological procedures, in order to feasibly perform contamination cleanup actions over a strategic period of time. When pollution exists on a property, at levels requiring cleanup, it is important to design the most appropriate course…

What is the Underground Storage Tank Abandonment Process

What is the Underground Storage Tank Abandonment Process

ByGeo Forward

Understanding the Underground Storage Tank Abandonment Process The underground storage tank abandonment process is a complex series of construction and demolition tasks that require intensive environmental regulation and oversight. An underground storage tank, or “UST,” is a large vessel, usually comprising steel or fiberglass, that serves to hold large volumes of liquid. These tanks typically…