About Elias Consulting

Elias Consulting offers qualified tank inspectors who are API 653-certified by the American Petroleum Institute® and STI SP001-certified by the Steel Tank Institute, as well as Pennsylvania D.E.P.-certified. These qualifications, along with our independence and depth of experience, set us apart from many, if not most, tank inspectors.

Our level of expertise—having inspected literally thousands of tanks over a 33 year span—gives you the assurance and peace of mind that, once the tanks have been Elias Consulting-inspected, your tank condition will be correctly determined and proper compliance will be identified.You are assured that no erroneous findings will be reported to the D.E.P.

Your operation of an Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) depends on compliance with Federal and state laws that require specified inspections by a certified professional inspector. Elias Consulting can help you maintain compliance.

What to Expect From an Inspection

We will evaluate the external condition of the AST and its containment structure and ensure that the interstice or spill container does not contain water or product. We also verify that no debris or fire hazards exist in the containment area, that tank attachments are secure and free of corrosion, that a liquid level gauge is functioning properly, and more.

An inspection includes such aspects as verifying foundation integrity, corrosion protection system operation, level and overfill prevention system operation, leak detection system integrity, and thickness of steel shell, roof and bottom, piping corrosion rates and remaining life.

You will receive a thorough report detailing what was inspected and what passed and failed. You also receive a written summary of our findings regarding the interior and exterior condition of your tank.

Our Tank Inspection Certifications

• API 653 – American Petroleum Institute AST Inspector

• STI SP001 – Steel Tank Institute Aboveground Tank Inspector

• Pennsylvania D.E.P. Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) and Underground Storage Tank (UST) Certifications