Safe, code-compliant underground oil tank removal for homeowners across Hartford, Tolland & Litchfield Counties.
Underground Oil Tank Removal
Older homes throughout Hartford, Tolland, and Litchfield Counties often have a buried oil tank left over from a previous heating system — sometimes still in use, sometimes long forgotten. A leaking underground oil tank can contaminate soil and groundwater, create real liability during a home sale, and is often required by lenders or insurers to be addressed. SJT Plumbing provides safe, code-compliant underground oil tank removal.
We excavate to locate and expose the tank, safely remove any remaining oil, extract the tank, and properly backfill and restore the site. If soil contamination is discovered, we'll walk you through the next steps and coordinate with the appropriate environmental resources.
Why Remove A Tank
Homeowners typically remove a buried oil tank for one of these reasons:
The tank is no longer in use after a heating system upgrade
A home sale or refinance requires it to be addressed
The tank is known or suspected to be leaking
Insurance requirements no longer allow underground tanks
Peace of mind about long-term soil contamination risk
How It Works
We locate and excavate to expose the underground tank.
We safely remove any remaining oil from the tank.
We remove the tank from the ground.
We assess the surrounding soil for signs of contamination.
We backfill and restore the excavation site.
Why Choose Us
Fully licensed, bonded, and insured excavation crew.
Clear, no-obligation pricing before any work begins.
We provide removal documentation you can share with lenders or buyers.
Our own equipment means faster scheduling.
Common Questions
Common clues include fill and vent pipes sticking out of the ground near the house, an older home that once used oil heat, or disclosure documents from a previous home sale. We can help locate a suspected tank.
If we find signs of contamination during removal, we'll walk you through next steps, which may include soil testing and remediation coordinated with the appropriate environmental resources.
Many lenders and buyers require documentation that an underground oil tank has been removed or properly closed before a sale can proceed.
Most residential underground oil tank removals are completed in 1-2 days, depending on tank depth and site conditions.
We backfill and restore the excavation site after tank removal, though some landscaping restoration may be needed depending on the tank's location.
Where We Work
Based in West Suffield, SJT Plumbing serves homeowners throughout Hartford, Tolland, and Litchfield Counties.
Call today for a free estimate, or request a quote and we'll get back to you promptly.
