Leaking Oil Tanks?

Don’t tackle a leaking oil tank alone — call our oil tank removal specialists immediately!

As a homeowner, it’s your responsibility to deal with a leaking oil tank as soon as possible. There are many steps that need to be taken in order to remove or replace a leaking oil tank. All of these things are detailed and labour intensive and, therefore, best left to a professional.

But don’t worry — our oil tank removal specialists in Victoria can help!

We handle everything to do with oil tanks and oil tank removal: inspecting, removal or relocation of old oil tanks, as well as remediation services.

Never Ignore a Leaking Oil Tank!

Here are a few reasons why a leaking oil tank isn’t something you should ignore:

• It costs more to clean up after it has leaked
• Contaminated soil is associated with health and environmental risks
• Homeowners are responsible for environmental damage done

Why would an oil tank leak?

• Internal corrosion which cannot be seen
• The tank is more than 10 years old
• It was damaged while you, or someone else, tried to remove or relocate it
• It has been sitting, unused for any period of time

What can happen when an oil tank leaks?

• Oil can contaminate the soil below, including concrete and groundwater
• any contaminate can lead to major environmental and health concerns
• oil can make its way into nearby watercourses
• oil can create a fire hazard

If you have an above-ground oil tank, leaks are generally easier to detect. Visual inspections are easier, and you can often see it leaking. You’ll also likely notice a smell or the oil on the ground below.

If your oil tank is below ground, it’s often harder to detect leaks because you can’t see them with the naked eye. Visually inspecting it regularly is difficult, and you won’t often smell oil until the leak is quite bad, and the ground and/or nearby water sources are significantly contaminated.

Homeowners are on the hook for all the damage — small or large. You’ll need to clean up these health and environmental concerns, and this is why you should always have your tanks inspected and dealt with as soon as possible.

If you’ve switched to another heating source, such as propane, electric, or natural gas, and no longer require your oil tank, remove it as quickly as possible to negate the risks of leaks.

You Can Trust Our Oil Tank Specialists in Victoria To Help With All Your Tank Removal Needs!

Our experts oil tank removal team in Victoria has

• knowledge of all permits required to start your job,
• all equipment needed to do the job safely and effectively,
• years of experience with oil tank removal,
• ability to dispose of all oil and tank parts environmentally and safely, and
• remediation services.

We are proud to be the number one oil tank removal service on Vancouver Island. Contact us today with any questions or to get started with your oil tank removal.