Oil Tank Removal Northern Ireland
Are you considering removing or replacing an old oil tank? Before you do consider the points below as they could save you valuable time and money.
We are a local company Removerr based in North Down who remove and replace oil tanks on a daily basis.
WARNING: Kerosene oil is classed as a hazardous waste. Unless you are confident in using pumps and power tools I do not recommend removing one on your own.
Below is my step by step guide to removing an old oil tank.
1) Turn off the tap or valve located normally at the base of the tank. This will stop the flow of oil out of the tank.
2) Check to see how much oil is left in the tank, simply looking through the 4 inch intake hole should provide enough information. Even when the boiler stops working, doesn't mean the tank is empty, there is always 50 - 100 litres of oil left below the outlet. The amount varies depending on the size of the tank.
3) You will need to drain as much oil as possible out of the tank before moving it. You can achieve this by using a 12v fuel transfer pump and several 20 litre drums.
Not everyone has a fuel transfer pump, so if this is the case and the tank is nearly empty of heating oil. My advice would be to cut the tank in half (lengthwise) lift the tank up at one end and place something under the end so the remaining oil runs to one end.
4) Using a small / medium sized jug, pale out the remaining oil and pour through a fuel funnel into 20 litre drums until the tank is empty.
5) Lastly before moving the tank pour some cat litter into the bottom to soak up any remaining oil.
6) Now that the tank is fully drained, cut the oil pipe and move the tank.
In relation to disposing of the tank and oil, you will have to check with your local authority (council). Some recycling centres take old plastic oil tanks if they have been cut up.
As for the oil which is mostly likely contaminated, especially the stuff at the bottom of the tank you will need to find an oil recycling firm to take care of the heating oil.
DO NOT POUR IT DOWN A DRAIN!
I hope that you found this useful, if you live in Northern Ireland and looking for oil tank services, look us up
https://removerr.co.uk/oil-tank-removal/
Call Andrew on 07434691809