TIS – Environmental FirstSearch Due Diligence Information

Historical Research & Document Retrieval Services

TIS - Environmental FirstSearch have access to some of the most unique and exclusive archives for historical documents used to trace the history of land use. Our extensive national network of research offices in depositories of related historical documents combined with our large network of national researchers enables us to provide our clients with in depth coverage for just about anywhere in the U.S.

Our broad team consists of highly experienced researchers for each of our historical product offerings including, historical aerial photo, topographic map, city directories, liens, environmental chain of title, and other types of historical documents. In addition, we have a broad in-house collection of many historical documents. We go great lengths to ensure we capture and obtain as much coverage as possible on your behalf for a reasonable price. Our combined database and historical research services provide environmental professionals with a one-stop shop for all environmental due diligence information needed for a Phase 1 Site Assessment, collateral screening or other projects.

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Please select the links below to read more about the services we provide.

Historical Aerial Photos
Historical aerial photograph research is available nationally with many sets dating to the 1930s.

Historical Topographic Maps
TIS – Environmental FirstSearch has access to multiple U.S.G.S. depositories to better assure comprehensive coverage.

City Directory Reports
Published for many cities throughout the U.S., city directories provide a record of past businesses occupying a property.

Environmental Chain of Title
Our national network of title researchers access Hall of Records and Title Plants to retrieve title records to help you identify past land-use, ownership and environmental concerns. All title searches include a search for environmental liens.

Environmental Lien Search
Our national network of title researchers can also conduct a search for environmental liens specifically to help you identify potentially serious environmental concerns.

FI Map Research
Environmental FirstSearch can provide fire insurance map research and abstracts for a full range of Sanborn© maps. Research is done using a variety of local and national sources. All fire insurance map abstracts are supplied digitally and will arrive via e-mail in PDF format for easy insertion into your Environmental FirstSearch report.


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