Exhibit 23.1



                           CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS


          We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration
          Statement on Form S-8 of American Eco Corporation (the "Company")
          of our report dated January 31, 1997, on the consolidated
          financial statements of the Company included in its Annual Report
          (Form 10-K) for the year ended November 30, 1996, filed with the
          Securities and Exchange Commission.




          /s/ Karlins, Fuller, Arnold & Klodosky
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          Karlins, Fuller, Arnold & Klodosky
          Houston, Texas




          July 9, 1997