Oil Tank Testing

Whether you are buying or selling a house, it is important to know if the oil tank has or is leaking. If removal is not an option we recommend testing the oil tank and the soils around it.

    One of the most common misconceptions about oil tank testing is that is done with pressure. In fact, the opposite is done. When a tester performs a tank test he puts your tank under 3 pounds of vacuum and places a microphone in your tank. The down side is there are many reasons a tank can FAIL a tank test, causing a spill number to be created.

      Sometimes the 3 pounds isn't enough to pull air through holes in the bottom of leaky tanks and other times the tank may fail due to a piping issue. For more information http://barrier.com/failedtanktest.html

      We advise our clients; buyers, sellers and home owners to replace the underground storage tank with an above ground heating oil tank.  Especially when it is an older tank.  At least you will have a new tank afterwards.

     Another way is to test the soil around the tank. This is called a subsurface investigation or tank assessment.  This investigation tests the soil and/or water around your oil tank.  It allows you to know whether the soil/water around the tank has been impacted.

     In the end, any single wall underground home heating oil tank should be replaced with an above ground oil tank.  Even if the tank passes a tank test or subsurface analysis.

Oil Tank Removal

Many homes and businesses have oil heat that require large tanks for storage. These tanks can either be found above- or below-ground. While either system is certainly efficient, we have found that above ground tanks pose significant advantages. Oil tanks need to be monitored on a regular basis, and when they are underground, it’s extremely difficult to keep an eye on them. Homes and businesses that have underground tanks aren’t out of luck, however – they can be removed and placed above-ground, which is where we come in!

At Barrier Contracting, we provide underground oil tank removal for homes and businesses. We bring our excavator machine to your location and remove the tank safely and efficiently. Oil tank removal by hand can be extremely dangerous if not done properly. Our specialists are experienced and knowledgeable about the industry’s best practices, and provide excellent service every time. Trust Barrier Contracting for all your needs, from fuel oil storage tank installation to oil tank removal.

The cost to remove underground storage tanks depends on a variety of factors and must be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Our cost-effective solutions are perfect for all of our new and existing clients. Don’t be afraid of any hidden costs. We stand by our pricing and break down each expense to help you understand exactly what you’re paying for. To learn more about our services and get a quote, contact us today by phone or email at (914) 760-2089, (914) 760-2090 or at waynejr@barrier.com. 

Oil Tank Installation

Above Ground Oil Tanks can be installed in your basement, garage or outside, depending on the tank regulations in your area.  Different towns, cities and villages in Westchester and Putnam County have different codes about the placement of oil tanks.  We can help you decide where the best location is for us to install your tank.  If the Above Ground Storage Tank (AST) is going to be installed outside we place them on 4 inch cement pads to ensure stability.  Although Tanks are already primed, we can paint them a variety of different colors before we install them.      Before installing or replacing an oil tank, there are strict regulations that need to be addressed. Experienced professionals are required to hook up oil tank systems in most municipalities, a process that poses serious risks, particularly if the original tank was not installed correctly. For more information visit http://barrier.com/oiltankinstallation.html or email waynejr@barrier.com