When Oil Tank Removal May Be Needed
Oil tank removal may be required when the tank is no longer used, is damaged or when space is needed for other purposes.
Removing an unused tank can make space available for other use of the area.
Freeing up space
Tanks that are cracked, worn or no longer suitable may need to be removed from the property.
Old or damaged tank
A tank may need to be moved if walls, paths, extensions, fencing or other changes have reduced access around it.
Tank no longer in use
3. Disposal in an environmentally responsible manner
The tank and waste residues are transferred for disposal using appropriate handling methods.
2. Removal of the tank from the property
The tank is taken away from the site once it has been prepared for removal.
1. Oil handling and preparation for removal
Any remaining oil and residues are handled appropriately before the tank is removed.
What Oil Tank Removal Involves
Tank relocation time
1 hr
Removal work is carried out in stages depending on the tank condition and the amount of oil remaining.
Types of Tanks Removed
Removal may apply to different types of domestic oil tanks.
Leaking or structurally compromised tanks often require removal rather than repair.
Damaged or leaking tanks
Double skin tanks may also be removed where replacement or system change is planned.
Bunded oil tanks
Older plastic tanks or steel tanks may need removal once no longer suitable for use.
Single skin oil tanks
Removal, Replacement or Relocation
In some cases the tank may be removed before installing a tank in a new location.
Removal as part of relocation
Where heating continues to use oil, replacement may be required after removal of the old tank.
Removal with replacement
Removal applies where the tank is no longer required.
Removal only
Removal is one option depending on the condition of the tank and the needs of the property.
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