Experience Matters

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  A company who fully understands the client’s business, has a knowledgeable staff, and responds quickly are three fundamental factors to deliver excellent customer service and a great customer experience. In the environmental compliance business, these ingredients are critical for client sustainability. KCI’s mission is to be your purpose-driven environmental company that applies creative solutions…

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Managing Wash Water on Construction Sites

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  Improper disposal of paint, concrete, stucco, and their associated wash water on construction sites can lead to serious regulatory violations, costly fines, and avoidable environmental harm. Under EPA requirements and the Florida Construction General Permit (CGP), construction operators must prevent pollutants—such as paint residues, concrete slurry, stucco washout, and other high-pH or sediment-laden materials—from…

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Manage Excavated Soil

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Have you ever wondered where the dirt goes that gets dug up on a construction site? Drive by any large development construction project and it is not unlikely to see a stockpile of dirt. It can either generate money for a site, or it can create additional costs and headaches.  Dirt that is removed from…

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Precision and Purpose: Entering 2026 with Intent

Hand presenting a 2026 target symbol, symbolizing future goals.

The start of a new year often invites reflection, not so much around resolutions, but around how small, intentional improvements can shape long-term success. Experience has shown that meaningful progress rarely comes from abrupt change. Instead, it’s the accumulation of practical adjustments, steady feedback, and incremental wins that ultimately move organizations forward. From a construction…

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The landscape around us is changing

A wooden pier at sunset with 'START 2026' painted on the floor.

As we welcome a new year, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all our clients and friends who trusted KCI throughout 2025. This past year brought a unique blend of opportunity and complexity for Florida’s construction and industrial sectors. While the landscape around us continues to shift, our client’s loyalty and trust in…

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Happy Holiday

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We want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude to all of our clients. The holiday season is a time for reflection and a reminder of what truly matters. We hope we have provided you with not only solutions but also a sense of satisfaction, comfort, and confidence in knowing your needs were…

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Dust Control Time

A yellow bulldozer working on a sandy construction site under a cloudy sky.

Dust, it’s everywhere.  It seems to collect everywhere we look.  But on a construction site, dust is more than just a nuisance; it is also a pollutant.  It can cause short and long-term respiratory problems if you’re not too careful.  Dust is so light, and it can travel through the air and into our waterways.…

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Keeping Your Site Under Control

A SWPPP mailbox for stormwater pollution prevention.

During any construction project, unmanaged stormwater can wreak havoc on the site—eroding soil, creating safety hazards, and transporting pollutants off-site. To prevent these impacts, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requires construction sites to obtain a permit for any stormwater discharges associated with construction activities. During the life of a construction project, there are…

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Keeping up with Regulatory Requirements

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If you are someone who deeply cares about the environment, you might be curious as to whether your construction project or industrial facility may need a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit . The NPDES program, created in 1972 by the Clean Water Act (CWA), was established to control, regulate, and prevent pollution from…

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Protecting your Perimeter

A long stone wall with small rectangular openings under a clear sky.

Any well-fortified area starts with a sound and solid perimeter.  We all have learned that fortified means strengthened or protected. Think about an old historical fort and how the strong perimeter provided protection from harm or danger. History has taught us how large and tall walls were first used as a primary defensive measure to…

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