Germany: Unearthing explosives and polluted areas can come at a hefty price for property owners


Is your construction land free from explosives and other hazards? To be certain, a test must be conducted, and not just for one reason. Situations involving the discovery of explosives during construction are not unheard of.

These incidents can happen to any builder who unknowingly unearths dangerous objects buried beneath the ground. When bombs are found, entire neighborhoods have to be evacuated until safety measures are taken by experts. This process can be time-consuming and risky.

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Source: Aussidlerbotte Zeitung


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