Older Tanks and expiration Dates - pt 2

Originally published June, 2016

Oil Tanks – Installation
 
In a recent blog I explained that many older oil tanks are beginning to fail, and it is important for homeowners to do something to prevent a release that could cost thousands of dollars to clean up.

The first option that I talked about in that blog was to add Tank Guard to protect the tank and cover replacement. I also mentioned getting pollution coverage from your homeowners insurance to cover a clean-up. Hundreds of our customers are enrolled in the Tank Guard program, and the $49.95 annual fee is a bargain for those who have actually had their oil tanks fail.

If you want to reduce the risk of your older oil tank failing, then replacing it is your best option.

There are oil tanks available that give you double protection against releases. These are tanks made by Roth Industries, commonly known as Roth Tanks. What is unique about these oil tanks is they have a blow-molded, high-density, seamless polyethylene inner tank that is leak proof and will never corrode. There is an outer tank made of leak-proof, weld-free galvanized steel and roll-seamed with an oil and fire-resistant seal.

What can give you comfort as a homeowner is knowing that these tanks are made in Canada to German specifications and testing protocols. Each tank undergoes thorough testing, including ultrasound and pressure testing, to ensure optimal thickness and sealing. Should a Roth inner tank fail, there is a highly-visible optical leak alarm that you will see. Should the tank leak within 30 years of installation, there is a 30-year limited warranty as well as an insurance policy worth up to $2 million!

The average price for replacing a 275-gallon oil tank is between $2,000 and $3,000, with Roth Tanks being on the upper end. I think you will agree there is great value in installing one of these tanks, especially if you are in an environmentally sensitive area.

Crowley Fuel is a trained and authorized installer of these super-safe oil tanks, and we have a Roth tank in our showroom that has the outer steel tank cut-away to allow viewing of the inner plastic tank. Please feel free to drop in and see this tank, get more information and schedule a home visit for a free estimate.

Bob

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