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 Union, 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 Union, 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 Union, 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.
Union, 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.
From start to finish Brink's Tank Services provided excellent service in every way. The job was well done, it was done in a timely manner and with good communication throughout the entire process. Frank Abate is a professional who is a pleasure to work with. His entire team- (from the person who answers the phone to each person I spoke with-) has customer service skills that are worthy of mention. We will be recommending Brink's and sharing our experience.