Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Environmental & Construction Solutions in Augusta
Founded in 1999 by Dan Troutman and Mark Hartz, Alternative Construction & Environmental Solutions (ACES) combines decades of expertise in environmental consulting and construction management. Our team of 22 professionals specializes in asbestos and lead abatement, environmental site assessments, hazardous material compliance, and industrial hygiene services. With a focus on safety and regulatory compliance, we provide turn-key project management for commercial, residential, and government clients across the Southeast.Our staff includes Certified Industrial Hygienists and OSHA-authorized trainers, offering specialized services like mold investigations, indoor air quality assessments, and EPA-certified RRP training programs. ACES principals actively contribute to industry development through leadership roles in environmental health organizations and partnerships with technical colleges, ensuring our clients receive cutting-edge solutions backed by proven expertise.
Services
Asbestos Abatement
Environmental Site Assessments
Lead Testing
Industrial Hygiene
Project Management
OSHA Training
Mold Investigations
Underground Storage Tanks
Demolition Services
Risk Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in asbestos and lead abatement projects across 30+ states
- Our team includes Certified Industrial Hygienists and OSHA-authorized trainers
- We provide turn-key environmental compliance solutions for complex construction projects
- Our principals hold leadership roles in Georgia environmental health organizations
- We maintain multi-state certifications for environmental consulting services
Services
Asbestos Abatement
Our NIOSH 582-trained technicians provide comprehensive asbestos abatement services including project design, air monitoring, and final clearance sampling. We handle pre-renovation inspections, SCDHEC work plans, and turn-key abatement management for commercial and residential properties across multiple states.
Environmental Site Assessments
We conduct Phase I-III Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) to identify contamination liabilities and support property transactions. Our services include intrusive soil and groundwater sampling, remediation planning, and compliance reporting for lending institutions and regulatory agencies.
Lead Testing
Our state-accredited inspectors use XRF technology for non-destructive lead-based paint testing. We offer lead in soil/water testing, elevated blood lead investigations, and EPA RRP program compliance services for residential and commercial properties.
Industrial Hygiene
We perform air quality monitoring, noise dosimetry, and ergonomic evaluations to ensure workplace safety compliance. Our services include mold investigations, chemical exposure assessments, and development of site-specific safety and health plans.
Project Management
With 125+ combined years of experience, we manage construction projects from $5K to $32M. Our services include land acquisition, permitting, environmental compliance, and cost-saving demolition strategies involving on-site material reuse and recycling.
People
Dan D. Troutman
President
President with 30+ years of experience in design-build construction projects including convenience stores, medical facilities, and multi-million dollar abatement projects across 30 states. Founder of Georgia EPD's Lead and Asbestos STAR program.
Mark E. Hartz
Vice President
Environmental affairs expert with 25+ years of experience in asbestos/lead training and consulting. Current President of Georgia Safety, Health and Environmental Conference and developer of EPA RRP compliance solutions used by major corporations.
Cliff Hampton
Manager, Industrial Hygiene
Industrial hygiene specialist since 2002 with expertise in mold investigations, air quality assessments, and safety program development. Radiation Safety Officer and partner since 2015 with military and corporate EHS background.
Questions
What environmental services do you offer?
We provide asbestos/lead testing, environmental site assessments, mold investigations, industrial hygiene services, and hazardous material compliance solutions for commercial and residential projects.
Do you provide training programs?
Yes, we offer OSHA compliance training, asbestos/lead certification courses, and EPA RRP program training through partnerships with technical colleges.
Which states do you operate in?
We operate in Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Alabama with multi-state certified professionals.
What construction management services do you offer?
We manage projects from $5K to $32M including land acquisition, permitting, environmental compliance, and cost-effective demolition strategies with on-site material reuse.
Are your inspectors certified?
Our team includes Certified Industrial Hygienists, OSHA-authorized trainers, and state-accredited asbestos/lead inspectors with credentials across multiple Southeastern states.
How do you handle emergency situations?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we respond promptly to urgent environmental concerns during regular business hours with pre-planned response protocols.