Founded in the early 1970s by a group of Northern Illinois University professors, ENCAP, Inc. is a pioneering firm in the field of environmental consulting. Established amid the transformative legislation of the Clean Water and Clean Air Acts, the company set out to empower new professionals with hands-on experience in ecological planning and consulting. Headquartered in DeKalb, Illinois, the firm is recognized for its dedication to ecologically sensitive contracting services, specializing in Erosion and Sediment Control, Ecological Restoration, and Stormwater Management.
ENCAP has leveraged decades of expertise to deliver superior service and proactive solutions for ecological needs across diverse projects—residential, commercial, or industrial. Their team comprises specialists in various fields, including Native Landscape Professionals and Ecological Consultants, enabling them to identify and mitigate ecological risk factors in all their projects, regardless of size.
Since its inception, ENCAP has expanded its services significantly. From the initial focus on ecological consulting, the company has grown to include a robust suite of services, tackling everything from erosion control for municipalities and developers to complex restoration of historical nature preserves. The firm collaborates closely with land improvement design teams—engineers, landscape architects, and planners—to ensure projects comply with ecological guidelines effectively.
ENCAP's commitment to environmental stewardship is evident in their numerous completed projects, including floodplain restoration and stormwater infrastructure updates. Their work not only addresses current ecological needs but also strives to preserve and enhance local biodiversity. With a focus on quality and efficiency, ENCAP, Inc. remains a trusted partner for municipal agencies, developers, and ecological projects across the region.
