The TEC community mourns the loss of our beloved colleague Leroy Whack (age 63). A dedicated team member and all-around extraordinary individual, Leroy leaves an indelible mark on those who were blessed to know him. Leroy devoted 13 years of his life to TEC, and in that time, became the embodiment of hard work and […]
If you own a property built before the late 1970s, it’s likely your building contains hazardous lead-based paint. So you might be wondering how much does commercial lead abatement cost and what factors go into determining what you will pay? Lead Abatement Cost: What to Plan For Lead abatement work is critical if you are […]
Due to its excellent heat resistant properties, strong tensile fibers and being abundantly cheap, manufacturing companies used asbestos in many building materials from the 1930s to the 1970s. Attic/piping insulation, floor tiles, paper products and even wall paint and coverings frequently contained asbestos. By the late 1970s, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had largely banned […]
Recent changes to Virginia’s environmental laws mean new rules for aboveground storage tanks containing hazardous materials. Tank owners now have additional responsibilities—for example, tank registration and having a discharge response plan. There are stiff financial and legal penalties for non-compliance. If your business stores hazardous materials in aboveground tanks, it’s imperative you understand and comply […]
As experts in the petroleum services industry, Total Environmental Concepts is pleased to expand our offerings and serve customers as a Gilbarco Veeder-Root Authorized Service Contractor (ASC). Accurate and operational fueling systems and POS equipment are the backbone of your business. When an installation or repair is needed, we understand it needs to happen quickly […]
TEC is pleased to announce our recent contract with Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) to provide environmental consulting services to ensure Alexandria’s school-aged children, teachers and staff remain in environmentally safe conditions across all campuses. Initiated in 2020-2021, this contract is in place for 1 year with the option to renew for up to 4 […]
Since 2004, Total Environmental Concepts has served the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ) as Virginia’s State Lead Contractor for Investigation and Remediation of Petroleum Contamination. TEC is pleased to announce our contract with VDEQ has been renewed for up to 5 years, allowing TEC to continue to serve the Commonwealth as a consultant for […]
As the landscape across the nation changes, we want to keep you updated. Virginia and Maryland have both ordered non-essential businesses to close. However, the services provided by Total Environmental Concepts are deemed necessary and are not included in these orders. We remain open for business and are here to serve our environmental services, construction, […]
Benefits Of Fuel Tank Monitoring Systems Fuel is an asset. Protecting this asset and using it wisely is crucial to a profitable operation. That’s where a fuel tank monitoring system can pay big dividends, as they work to do more than just measure the level of fuel left in storage tanks but also save money […]
Among the many costs of operating a fleet is the fuel. It is by far the most consistent cost, so it’s essential to make sure your fuel is being used efficiently. This means tracking fuel inventory, monitoring fuel usage, and consolidating contracts and invoices wherever possible. A fuel management system can help you accomplish these […]
