Environmental Exposure Risks to Consider Before Signing a Property Lease in Puerto Rico

In today’s real estate market, many people choose to lease or rent instead of purchasing a residential, industrial or commercial property. Leasing can provide the flexibility to move into a property when the market is uncertain, when favorable financing options are not available or for one of many other reasons.

When considering a lease, it’s important for both landlords and tenants to do their homework with regards to potential indoor and outdoor environmental concerns at a property. This may include talking with a previous owner or current tenant, researching the building’s prior use(s), and hiring a professional to perform an inspection, assessment and environmental testing.

“Whether an individual is looking at signing a one year lease, or for multiple years, it’s essential to understand if there are exposure concerns in and around the property,” said Harry Pena, President of Zimmetry Environmental. “Ask about any past issues dealing with flooding events, mold, sewage contamination, asbestos, lead, radon, chemicals, vapor intrusion, and even pests before signing. In many circumstances, hiring a professional to perform something similar to a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA), and possibly a Phase 2 ESA, is warranted. A Phase 1 ESA involves extensive research of the history of a location, building and neighborhood. The Phase 2 ESA involves testing the structure and grounds for any evidence of contamination.”

For those considering leasing or purchasing a residential, commercial or industrial property, Zimmetry Environmental can help to answer these vital questions. They offer site research, inspections and testing resources for a wide range of microbial, chemical and material hazards. Zimmetry has even sponsored an educational video about environmental exposure considerations before leasing a property that can be seen at: https://youtu.be/wm6TTcc458M

To learn more about Zimmetry Environmental and their indoor air quality, building science, industrial hygiene, compliance and consulting services, please visit www.zimmetry.com, call (787) 995.0005 or email info@zimmetry.com .

About Zimmetry Environmental
Since 2002, Zimmetry Environmental has been providing environmental consulting services to building owners and managers, architects, engineers, EHS professionals and Fortune 500 companies. The company is based in Puerto Rico and provides services across the Caribbean and Central America. The professionals at Zimmetry offer environmental compliance, indoor air quality, asbestos, lead-based paint, Phase I ESAs and general environmental consulting services.

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