Above Ground Oil Tanks require very little maintenance. However, it is very important to inspect your tank periodically

The key benefit of an aboveground heating oil tank is the ability to monitor and inspect it. If you have an aboveground tank, you should visually inspect it at least twice a year. While it may seem complicated to inspect your tank, it is  quite simple.  Proper maintenance can increase the life span of the tank and prevent premature failures. If at any time you see corrosion, staining or wet spots, call a professional. Below is a guide for homeowners to properly maintain and inspect aboveground heating oil tanks:

• Visual inspections should include.
  • Inspect the tank’s surface for signs of rust of corrosion
  • Make sure the vent and fill pipes are in good condition
    • The fill pipe should have a 2inch diameter, The vent should be the same but can be slightly smaller
  • Inspect the area where the pipes meets the tank for staining (oil staining by the pipes thread are signs the tank may have been overfilled causing the pipe glue to fail over time)
  • Inspect under the tank for signs drips or staining.
  • Check tank legs to make sure they are sturdy.
    • All four tank legs should be in good condition, straight and sitting flat on a cement foundation or floor. A tank should always be installed on a solid base such as a cement floor or cement pad. Not paving stones or cinder blocks.
• Maintaining the tank’s exterior surface. If you observe rust or corrosion :
  1. Gently brush the rusted areas on the tank’s exterior with sandpaper;
  2. Clean the sanded surface
  3. Applying a coat of rust proof metallic paint (readily available at any hardware store). If needed, Barrier Contracting can provide paint.
• Maintaining the tank’s exterior surface is a good practice and the
  application of touch-up paint will not void the warranty of the tank
• Maintain the tank liquid level as high as possible during the summer months in order to limit water condensation within the tank.

If you have a service plan or oil burner maintenance program, you can ask the technician to look at the tank as well. If

Most bare steel oil tanks come with a 10 year limited manufactures warranty. These tanks are mostly designed for indoor use however some contractors install them outdoors. If the tank is a light cream color with an epoxy coating or double bottom the warranty can be for  20-25 years.

If your tank is old or showing signs of corrosion it is a good idea to replace it with a new aboveground oil tank.

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What is the need to remove Heating Oil Storage Tanks?

Due to corrosion, all steel oil tanks will fail at some point. Above ground tanks are easier to monitor and inspect. Periodic visual inspections will help prevent a leak (Aboveground Oil Tank Inspection Guide). Since underground tanks cannot be visually inspected it is impossible to know the quality of the tank. Most tanks were made to last between 25 and 30 years, but conditions of the surrounding soils can deteriorate tanks faster. Replacing an oil tank before it fails will prevent expensive costs associating with the remediation process.

Details About Home Heating Oil Underground Storage Tanks

Residential heating oil tanks are usually 550-1080 gallons, when underground. Above ground oil tanks are usually 275-330 gallon tanks. The tanks consist of single wall steel.  Steel is a metal that will corrode over time, corrosion rate can be increased when in contact with moisture, cement, rock and other elements.

When oil tanks are removed or installed it is important to use trained professionals to ensure the work is performed safely and properly, and most importantly, with the proper municipal permits. We work in all villages, towns and cities in Westchester and Putnam County.

How does the process work in Cortlandt Manor, NY?

The process starts with filing building permits with the town of Cortlandt Manor. The town regulates villages, such as,  Montrose, Buchanan, Croton and Verplank. After the permit has been acquired the work will be scheduled and coordinated with the inspector from the Town of Cortlandt.  Once the tank is removed a soil sample is collected and analyzed by a laboratory.  The hole is then backfilled, if no contamination is present.

How will the property look after the whole process?

Our professional tank removal service in Cortlandt Manor, make it sure that the property is restored to as best as possible.  Sometime some tracks are left but all that is needed is some grass seed. Any shrubs and bushes are removed and put back with care, but we recommend a landscaper remove the shrubs prior to work.

Barrier Contracting has trained professionals to help guide you through the process of Underground heating oil tank removal Cortlandt Manor. We are available 24*7 and just a call away from you. Contact us to get your oil tank removed at Affordable Cost Today!

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