Locally owned and family-run since 1965, Don Schmitz & Sons is one of the area’s most experienced excavating, grading and demolition companies. We offer a full suite of services, including site prep, building site demo & removal, basement excavation, farm... more
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Jorgensen Solutions LLC
At Jorgensen Solutions, our crew will complete your oil tank removal project start to finish, including obtaining any necessary permits all the way to final cleanup and disposal. Call us today for a free estimate! more
KJ Haul Away
Locally-owned and operated by Kyle Ugarph, KJ Haul Away offers exceptional oil tank removal services to residential customers throughout the greater Cedar Rapids, IA area. Through our experiences as a career firefighter and veteran of the Marine Corps, our ability... more
MD Construction Inc
Serving Tama, Iowa and surrounding communities, MD Construction Inc specializes in providing top-of-the-line demolition, construction, and excavating services, as well as many others. Our team is experienced and we are committed to providing our customers with the results they want... more
Pickering Backhoe Service
Pickering Backhoe Service is your go-to source for backhoe services of all types, including oil tank removal. We have earned a reputation for our demolition expertise, integrity, and customer-driven services. Contact us today to learn more! more
Royal Services, LLC
Royal Services, LLC has been offering a wide range of demolition services for our residential customers throughout Waterloo, IA, including oil tank removal, pool removal, barn demolition, shed demolition, and so much more. Contact us today for a free quote! more
Scott Excavating
Serving Vinton, IA and nearby areas, Scott Excavating, LLC offers an unparalleled commitment to customer satisfaction and work diligently to provide the level of service customers have come to expect from us. When we perform oil tank removals, we focus... more
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Tank Removal Tips for Chelsea, IA
Storage Tank Removal Tips
How can I tell if my oil tank is leaking?
It's easier to tell when an above ground tank is leaking since it's always visible, but underground storage tank leaks are a bit harder to detect. In some cases, it can take years before an underground storage tank leak is detected.
Be aware of the signs that a leak has occurred:
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There is dead/dying vegetation in the area of the tank
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The soil in the area is darker than the surrounding native soils
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The area around the fill pipe is stained
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You can smell heating oil odors in the house/coming out of the ground
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Fuel consumption spikes even though the weather isn't especially cold
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There is an oily rainbow sheen on the water beneath the tank, in basement sump, etc.
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If your well water develops a strange taste, odor, or color
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There is water in fuel lines
If you see any of these signs, contact an underground tank testing company immediately.