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Did you know that underground gas tanks play a crucial role in our daily lives, from fueling our vehicles to powering industrial machinery? Ensuring their safety, inspection, and maintenance is not only vital for the environment but also for public safety and compliance with industry regulations. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the essential aspects of underground gas tanks and help you understand how to select a qualified tank testing service. Southern Tank Testers provides services for nearly any type of underground tank.

Underground storage tanks (USTs) play a critical role in storing various substances, from petroleum products to hazardous materials. However, without regular maintenance and testing, these tanks can pose a significant risk to the environment and surrounding communities. 

There are more than a half million underground storage tanks in the United States currently in use. The EPA requires regular inspections to ensure these USTs are in compliance with federal and state regulations. The greatest threat these USTs pose is to groundwater, which serves as a drinking water source for nearly half of all Americans. Contaminated groundwater can lead to numerous health problems, both short and long-term, and costly cleanup for communities.

Helium pinpointing is a technique used in tank testing to locate the source of a leak. It involves the use of helium gas, which is inert and non-toxic, to detect and pinpoint the exact location of any leaks in a tank.