Underground fuel tanks are prone to seep oil or leak, and the likelihood of that happening increases with the tank’s age. The impact of a leak, even a more minor leak, depends mainly on the type of soil the fuel is leaking into. The type of soil can affect everything from the water table to being able to use the soil after remediation. Here’s what you should know:
Many HVAC systems require heating or fuel oil to function. While this is an efficient way to heat your home, it also poses the risk of oil leaks, resulting in costly clean-ups or, even worse, safety issues.
Most only think about it once it becomes an issue, but few challenges strike as much worry in the hearts of property owners as a leaking fuel tank. Fire hazards, fumes, environmental mitigation or underground oil tanks, environmentally-friendly removal, and disposal all loom large.
Once you decide to install a new oil tank, you will have to choose whether to have an indoor or outdoor installation. Both types of installation come with up and downsides. Here are a few things about each to consider before you make any decisions:
There are several reasons you may decide to remove or replace an old oil tank. You could be preparing your home for sale, switching it to a different heating method, or simply upgrading to a newer tank. Regardless of the reason, residential oil tank replacement can benefit both the environment and your wallet. More modern tanks are more efficient and can save you money on heating your home every fall and winter. Additionally, old tanks can become corroded from the inside out over time, and replacing them can help save you from dealing with costly and dangerous leakage.
