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It is important to fully understand the construction timeline and various development stages that are involved on a new project. Plans for commercial or residential building projects are usually broken down into various phases of a project life cycle. A construction timeline can be an extremely useful process to help organize a project and itemize…

Are there ways a construction site can avoid complexity? Many construction sites at first glance may seem dysfunctional due to the many activities, processes, and materials being managed.  Many of us have seen the method to the madness at times. If you ask a lead site operator, they will most likely say their site is…

A berm keeping the sediment from the recently cleared lot away from the wetland A Wetland basically means those areas that are overwhelmed or saturated by surface water or groundwater. Wetlands generally include swamps, marshes, bogs, and other similar areas. The amount of saturated water in a wetland can vary greatly. Some wetlands, specifically in…

From preconstruction planning to the project’s final completion, a construction site has many activities taking place every day.  Construction operators and site developers want flexibility in the way they establish various phases to follow regarding a project’s development.  They want the assurance they are not going to endure any delays or costly and unexpected expenses. …

You may not realize that stormwater runoff can cause a number of environmental problems. Stormwater is runoff generated by land and impervious areas such as paved streets, parking lots, and building rooftops, during rainfall events. Stormwater runoff can also be referred as water that is not immediately absorbed by soil. Stormwater runoff is a natural…

Our primary expertise is centered on helping clients maintain stormwater compliance by performing flawless inspections.  A construction site erosion control plan, normally incorporated into a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), is designed to minimize erosion, control sedimentation, and address potential sources of pollution on a construction site.  As a company who performs daily inspections on…

Some of you might recall the comical animation series in the 80’s called Inspector Gadget.  Inspector Gadget was a fictional crime fighter and awkward person with cyborg like characteristics.  The animated show involved several police department associates like his nice Penny who was behind the scenes along with his trusting dog Brian by his side. …

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 that…

The new year brings new beginnings to revitalize confidence. As we turn the corner and begin to accelerate, it bares the need to examine three key factors. First, a great company culture is so vital for long term survival. Over the past year, many of us have found the necessity to increase or find new…

At the beginning of a new year, many of us make resolutions to stop something or do something new and we all try our best to stick to it. People think of a resolution as making a promise or commitment such as become more organized, or quit an unhealthy habit, or start a new hobby.…