Heating oil is both incredibly effective at providing robust heat in all weather conditions and also incredibly safe. Liquid heating oil will not combust on its own. Still, you need to have a secure, well-maintained oil tank to prevent potentially costly fuel spills.
The Harvey’s team knows heating oil tanks inside and out. We can inspect your current tank to determine if it needs to be retired. When it’s time for a new tank, we offer both steel and fibreglass models. We’re proud to serve households in St. John’s, Mount Pearl, Torbay and other communities throughout the Avalon Peninsula.
Well-maintained aboveground heating oil tanks — including models installed in your basement — typically have a service life of around 20 years, and sometimes longer with consistent upkeep. That being said, internal deterioration can develop well before a tank reaches that age. Sludge accumulation and internal corrosion, most often caused by condensation inside the tank, are among the leading causes of tank failure — and neither is visible without a closer look.
We recommend that you inspect your tank several times a year for these warning signs:
If you notice any of these issues, don’t wait — contact Harvey’s to have your tank assessed. Catching a problem early can prevent a costly and environmentally damaging fuel leak.
When the time comes to replace your heating oil tank, we have fantastic modern options.
Harvey’s offers steel heating oil tanks that are more compact than older tank models. Not only do they take up less space, but they also feature a blow-molded high-density polyethylene primary tank housed within a tightly welded galvanized-steel secondary containment unit, making them virtually leakproof. A built-in visual leak indicator monitors the integrity of the primary tank at all times, and fluorination treatment eliminates oil odors — giving you safe, clean and dependable fuel storage for your home.
Durable, fire-resistant, noncorrosive, liquid-tight and weatherproof, Harvey’s fibreglass heating oil tanks give you peace of mind. Our fibreglass tanks have a government-approved lifespan of 50 years and are the preferred choice of insurance companies.
At Harvey’s, we get both fibreglass and steel heating oil tanks from Granby Industries. These tanks are fully compliant with industry standards for safety and long life.
