# Petroleum Contamination Assessment in Florida

- Link: https://moran.rocks/petroleum-contamination-assessment-florida/
- Published: 2026-10-12T23:18:55-04:00
- Author: Nicholas Moran

# Petroleum Contamination Assessment in Florida: From UST Leak to Closure

Florida has thousands of petroleum discharge sites from leaking underground storage
tanks, and cleanup is overseen by the FDEP Petroleum Restoration Program. MORAN 
ROCKS LLC guides South Florida owners through every step: assessment, delineation,
remediation planning, and closure documentation. Start with our [gas station Phase II process guide](https://moran.rocks/what-is-the-process-of-a-phase-ii-esa-on-a-gas-station/).

## Signs You Need a Petroleum Assessment

 * Failed tank tightness test, inventory loss, or discovered leak at a gas station
   or fleet facility
 * Petroleum odors, sheen, or stained soil during construction or tank work
 * A [Phase I ESA](https://moran.rocks/phase-i-environmental-site-assessment/) flagged
   current or former USTs, dispensers, or fueling operations
 * A county or FDEP notice requiring assessment or Discharge Report filing

## Our Petroleum Assessment & Remediation Services

 * **Contamination assessment and delineation** in [soil](https://moran.rocks/soil-sampling-florida/)
   and [groundwater](https://moran.rocks/groundwater-contamination/), with plume
   maps and cleanup target comparisons
 * **Source removal** excavation and disposal of grossly contaminated soil
 * **Remedial Action Plans (RAP)** engineered to FDEP standards
 * **Active remediation support**: air sparge, soil-vapor extraction, and pump-and-
   treat design and oversight
 * **Monitoring**: natural attenuation programs with trend analysis toward closure
 * **Funding guidance**: eligibility and documentation support for state-funded 
   cleanup programs

## Gas Stations Are Our Specialty

From UST compliance inspections to full assessment after a release, we help independent
station owners stay compliant and protect their investment. See also our [UST compliance guide](https://moran.rocks/florida-ust-compliance-made-simple-for-gas-stations/)
and [storage tank registration guide](https://moran.rocks/guide-to-florida-storage-tank-registration/).

## Petroleum FAQs

### My tank is leaking. What do I do first?

Stop the release if safe to do so, notify as required, and call an environmental
professional immediately. Early assessment and Discharge reporting protect your 
eligibility options and keep costs down. Then follow the assessment steps in our
[gas station Phase II guide](https://moran.rocks/what-is-the-process-of-a-phase-ii-esa-on-a-gas-station/).

### Will the state pay for petroleum cleanup?

Many sites qualify for state-funded cleanup through FDEP programs depending on eligibility
and priority scoring. We help document eligibility and navigate the process.

### How long does petroleum cleanup take?

Assessment typically takes weeks to a few months. Full remediation to closure can
take months to years depending on plume size, geology, and whether active treatment
or monitored natural attenuation applies.

## Get Petroleum Assessment Help

MORAN ROCKS LLC is based in Boca Raton and serves Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-
Dade counties. Call [(786) 263-9185](https://moran.rocks/petroleum-contamination-assessment-florida/7862639185)
or [request a free consultation](https://moran.rocks/contact-form/).

Related: [Phase II ESA](https://moran.rocks/phase-2-environmental-site-assessment/),
[groundwater contamination](https://moran.rocks/groundwater-contamination/), [NPDES permitting](https://moran.rocks/npdes-permits/).