Tank Removal
Any Storage tank that has been used to store hazardous materials and chemicals are themselves classed as hazardous. Until they have been cleaned and all residue removed from the inside of the tanks.
Tank Decommissioning Services
Tanks to be disposed of must be cleaned, purged and certified with a Gas Free Certificate before removal from site or recycling.
Bio Clean Jetting offer full tank removal and decommissioning services across the UK, including foam-fill decommissioning for added safety. We provide a full service from planning to completion with detailed health and safety documentation following site survey.
Our specialist teams have experience of high risk tank removal projects above and below ground where pollution and explosion risks must be controlled. We handle everything from industrial cleaning to waste disposal and tank removal.
Domestic Tank Removals
Our domestic tank removals have been designed to provide our clients with a stress-free disposal of a large and potentially hazardous household item.
Our work force will safely clean, dispose of the stored chemical in your tank and then remove your domestic oil tank – no matter where it is stored – below or above ground.
We have a range of options available for safe disposal. Where we can, we will remove a domestic tank in one piece. However, if excavation is needed or access to the tank is restricted, we can employ sophisticated cutting techniques.
We ensure all health and safety laws are strictly adhered to and we project plan and run the entire process from start to finish.
Commercial Tank Disposals
We carry out commercial tank removals of all sizes across the country. From 500 gallon heating tanks behind local garages to 500,000 gallon industrial diesel tanks we have done them all. Our experienced teams develop a custom plan for each site, whether it’s a simple above ground removal or a complex basement extraction.
Small tanks can be removed in a day, bigger projects take more planning. We’ll handle all the logistics – from cleaning to permits to transport – so you can focus on running your business. With our proven safety protocols and technical expertise we ensure every removal is done efficiently and with minimal environmental impact.
Oil Tanks
We provide both domestic and commercial oil tank removal services. We operate all of our services Nationwide, being based in Birmingham, West Midlands ideally situates us for easy access to anywhere in the U.K.
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Underground Tanks
When it comes to removing an underground tank, we’ve got the expertise to handle them safely, no matter where they’re buried. Before any removal, we make sure the tank is thoroughly cleaned and we award a gas free certificate. It’s essential for safety.
Even with tanks tucked under buildings, our specialist equipment lets us cut and remove them in sections, keeping excavation work to a minimum. We work with trusted plant operators for any digging needed, handling everything from start to finish. Safety’s always our top priority, and we’ve got years of experience making sure these jobs run smoothly.
Safety
Safety is of the up-most importance and our safety record speaks for itself. We always carry out a full risk assessment and will provide a written method statement before any oil tank removal takes place. All risks will be highlighted, so in the event something should happen, we have the foresight to act quickly.
We also licensed waste carriers, ensuring all waste is disposed of safely and legally.
Why Choose us?
We have over two decades of experience supplying both commercial and domestic clients reliable, safe and value for money, industrial tank cleaning and removal services. We are located in the heart of England in Birmingham, West Midlands and are able to offer our services nationwide, throughout the U.K.
- 20 years experience.
- Cost Effective.
- Always within budget and on time.
- Hundreds of tanks cleaned and removed from all over the UK.
- Always within budget.
- Fully trained, specialist in-house team.
Solid Filling Tanks
If you have land or premises that currently have underground tanks that are unused and redundant and you need to make them safe but without the cost implications of removal, we can solid fill them with concrete or foam.
We fill the redundant tanks with either concrete slurry or a type of solid foam. Once the tanks are filled and safe, we will either completely cove them.
If you want to build anything that requires a foundation, the tanks will physically need to be removed.
Solid Filled Tank Disposal
Looking to develop land with solid-filled tanks underneath? We specialise in removing these old storage tanks that were previously foam or concrete filled. While this filling method was a safe and cost-effective solution at the time, any new construction work requiring foundations means these tanks need to come out.
We’ve got the right experience and equipment to excavate and remove these solid-filled tanks properly, making way for your development plans.
Tank Removal Frequently Asked Questions
Costs in the UK can vary, but on average, they will range from £450.00 UP-TO £ 6,000 in the commercial sector and domestically with an average of £700. The cost for a small project is as low as £375, while larger projects may cost as much as £900.
Both plastic and metal tanks need to be gas free before they can be disposed of at recycling centres. Oil tanks can be very large and will potentially need to be cut up in to different sections, in order to be transported by a registered waste company.
Plastic Oil tanks still require the same process as a steel tank. They are still required to be gas free before they can be moved. Once cleaned properly they are transported to a licensed facility to be recycled to help the environment.
Any tank that’s underground needs to be made safe, whether it’s full or empty. Under the current guidelines tanks cannot just be left. They have to be made safe with either concrete filling or removed from the ground. Find out more by clicking here.
The short answer is a residing No! Heating oil is a flammable chemical, and if anything happened due to neglectful practice, you would not be covered on your property insurance. You also need to be a registered waste disposal carrier to remove and transport on public highways. Always use a qualified contractor to carry out this work, Bio Clean Jetting can legally and efficiently remove and destroy your storage tank.
Depending how thick the tank is it can be as long as 40-50 years.
An average cost in today’s market would be approximately £10,000 – £15,000.
Most underground tanks can be removed within two days but depending on any other factors which may cause problems, it can be as many as 4 days (and sometimes longer).
Average depth of an underground tank is roughly 1.5 – 2 meters.
Get a Quote Today
We take into account several things when formulating a quote for the removal of your tanks. Simply fill in the form here and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours. Alternatively call us on: 0121 493 2332.