Underground Heating Oil  Tank Leaking The majority of residential underground heating oil tanks have an age range of 50 to 70 years, during which time the likelihood of leaks may increase. Click below to explore several straightforward methods for assessing whether your underground heating oil tank is experiencing leaks! You may have

How do I know if the previous owners had the tank decommissioned? Give us a call at Tanks By Dallas 206-365-0291 or fill out this form and we will check for you.

Why should I decommission my abandoned underground oil tank? Abandoned underground oil tanks are a potential source of soil and groundwater contamination. Underground oil tanks should be decommissioned whenever they are no longer used, if they have questionable structural integrity, or if they are leaking. According to the Model Toxics Control Act, a

What if my tank leaks? If your tank leaks, you should call us at Tanks By Dallas immediately so we can assist you.

What should I do with my abandoned underground oil tank? The recommendation of  the Washington State Department of Ecology is permanent closure for abandoned underground storage tanks this is also required by many local Fire Departments. Decommissioning a tank is the process of permanently closing a tank. Removal of heating oil and sludge

How long is an underground oil tank lifespan? A common life expectancy of underground oil tanks is approximately 10-15 years, it is also possible for them to last longer. The older a tank gets the likelihood of a leak happening increase. The best way to avoid potential problems associated with a leaking tank

What if I am no longer using my underground home heating oil tank? If you have switched from home heating oil to natural gas or electricity as a means of heating your home, and your heating oil tank is no longer in use, and known as abandoned. Abandoned underground storage tanks that are

What is an abandoned underground oil tank? Many underground oil tanks are no longer being used, or are rendered obsolete by electric heaters or natural gas. An underground oil tank that is no longer being used is considered “abandoned.”