Residential Oil Tank Removal Roanoke VA

A Residential Oil Tank Removal Roanoke Project, Step by Step

The photos above follow a home heating oil tank project from the first look at the yard to the finished site.

Finding the Tank

Older homes often have an oil tank buried beside the house, with a fill pipe and vent still visible at the surface. Here, the pipes led us to the tank location along the foundation, near a stone retaining wall and a paver patio that needed to stay intact.

Careful Excavation

We used an excavator to dig down to the tank, working close to the foundation without damaging the home. Careful digging matters when a tank sits this close to a building.

Removing the Tank

The photos show the tank being lifted out of the ground. A tank truck on site handles the fuel and liquids from the tank, and a dump truck hauls material away.

Checking the Tank and Soil

Once the tank is out, we look at its condition. The first photo shows a corroded tank wall with holes, which is why old tanks can leak. We also check the soil around the tank for signs of contamination.

Backfilling and Restoring the Yard

When the work is done, we fill the excavation and compact the soil so the area settles properly. The finished photos show the yard and the home’s surroundings back in good shape.

Residential Heating Oil Tank Removal and Remediation

If your tank has leaked, soil cleanup may be needed. Learn more about residential heating oil tank removal and remediation, and see how Storage Tank Fund reimbursement assistance may help with costs.

Request Residential Oil Tank Removal Roanoke VA

For residential oil tank removal Roanoke VA homeowners can rely on, request a free inspection or call (540) 339-6013. We’re open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. For official information on tank rules, see the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.