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Buried Oil Tank Removal Roanoke VA and Remediation

Looking for buried oil tank removal Roanoke homeowners can count on? Appalachian Environmental, LLC finds, removes, and cleans up buried heating oil tanks across Roanoke and southwestern Virginia. This project shows what the process looks like from the first inspection to the final grading.

Sometimes tanks are difficult to access. This 550-gallon tank was placed adjacent to a retaining wall, but we were able to remove the tank without damage to the wall or driveway. From our free initial inspection to the final restoration; we take care of the dirty work so you don’t have to.

Buried Oil Tank Removal Roanoke Property Owners Can See Step by Step

The photos above follow one project from start to finish. Every buried tank is different, but most jobs follow the same basic steps.

Step 1: Free Inspection

We start with a free inspection to confirm where the tank is and what condition the area is in.

Step 2: Opening the Tank and Removing the Fuel

Once the tank is exposed, we open it and remove any fuel and sludge left inside before it is lifted out.

Step 3: Removing the Tank

Removal is done with an excavator, which lets us work close to walls, driveways, and landscaping. On this job, the tank sat next to a retaining wall, and we removed it without damaging the wall or the driveway.

Step 4: Checking for Leaks

After the tank is out, we look for holes in the tank and check the soil. In this project, fuel was found in the soil, so the contaminated soil was loaded out for proper disposal.

Step 5: Restoring the Site

We fill the hole with clean fill, then add gravel so the area is stable and usable again. The last photo shows the finished yard.

Buried Oil Tank Remediation

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

Request Buried Oil Tank Removal Roanoke VA

For buried oil tank removal Roanoke VA property owners trust us with, request a free inspection or call (540) 339-6013. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. For official information on tank rules, see the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.