Active heating oil tanks can leak without obvious warning signs. Just because you have not noticed a problem does not mean the tank has not already started leaking into the surrounding soil.
If you own a home in Clifton, NJ with an active oil tank, or are considering purchasing one, soil testing is a smart way to check for contamination. A leaking active tank can be especially serious because it may continue releasing oil into the ground over time. Brink’s Tank Services provides professional soil testing to help identify potential problems early.
The process begins by locating the tank and determining its size and depth. Soil borings are then taken around the tank down to the bottom level, combined into a composite sample, and sent to a certified laboratory for testing. This is one of the fastest and most effective ways to determine whether an active oil tank is leaking.
If contamination is found, the tank may need to be removed and the soil further evaluated to determine the proper next steps. Catching a leak early can help reduce damage and avoid much higher cleanup costs later.
If you have an active oil tank on your property in Clifton, NJ, or are considering buying a home with one, call Brink’s Tank Services at (844) 462-7465 to schedule soil testing today.
In virtually every Clifton, NJ real estate transaction, it is essential to confirm that the property is free of underground oil tanks and any related environmental contamination that could delay, complicate, or even prevent the sale from moving forward. Identifying these issues early helps protect buyers, sellers, and lenders from unexpected liability and costly surprises.
Clifton, NJ homebuyers are encouraged to have a tank sweep done to protect themselves from buried liabilities.
If a tank is found, most attorneys and mortgage holders will require you to get it removed before closing.
When tank is removed, visual inspection and testing will determine if remediation is necessary.
If needed, any contaminated soil will be remediated in accordance with NJ regulations.
When the process is complete, an NFA letter will get issued so you can complete your real estate transaction.
One of the most dreaded decisions concerning my home, was to remove a 40+ year old 1000 gallon oil tank buried in the back yard. A gentleman named Frank came to my home and offered a reasonable quote for the work. He also put my mind at ease by going over many what if scenarios and answered all of my questions. While waiting for the day the tank would be removed I was kept in the loop by their office personnel, Bryanah. Considering all of the horror stories I'd heard over the years I thought for sure I was going to be trouble. They arrived in the morning with their equipment and skillfully navigated my back yard to the tank location. Once there, they dug up, cut up, cleaned and removed the tank. Then it was inspected by the municipal inspector. Luckily there were no leaks or holes in the tank...WHEW! I have to say that all who were involved in my project acted with professionalism and it has been a refreshing change to see a company who cares about the quality of their work. I highly recommend Brinks.