Soil and groundwater sampling can reveal that an area has a high level of contaminants. When this contamination is discovered, bioremediation is often necessary to naturally break down these dangerous substances to reduce pollution in the ecosystem. Learn more about bioremediation processes and the benefits they provide by reading more below.

What Is It?

Bioremediation is a natural waste management technique that uses organic processes to remove pollution from soil or groundwater. Although the process is natural, it can still be harmful if left unmoderated or not performed by a professional geophysical service company. An example of bioremediation is releasing maggots into contaminated soil to break down pollution faster. 

What Are the Benefits?

The primary benefit of bioremediation is that it uses natural products and requires no man-made chemicals to break down waste. The entire process, from soil and groundwater sampling to breaking down contaminants, only utilizes organic resources. This keeps dangerous chemicals from infecting the natural ecosystem and makes it easier to clean up a work site after the bioremediation is completed.

This process is also relatively quick, allowing companies to restore an area within a reasonable time frame. The timeframe for completion depends on the pollution's extent but typically takes only a few months to a year to complete.

If you're looking for a provider of geophysical, geotechnical, and other environmental services, look no further than GeoTek Alaska Inc. This company operates out of its headquarters in Anchorage, AK, and uses state-of-the-art technology and updated geoprobes to assist clients with soil and groundwater sampling, monitoring, remediation, and other geophysical processes. You can call (907) 569-5900 to speak with one of their experts and schedule a professional consultation about your property. You can also visit their website to learn more about their bioremediation services and the equipment they use to accomplish these tasks.