What to Expect During a Standard Residential Underground Tank Removal

First, the approximate location of the underground tank is identified.
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Soil covering the tank is removed and staged on plastic for reuse.
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The tank is cut open to reveal its contents.
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Contents of a tank during removal.
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Liquid and sludge are removed from the tank for proper disposal.
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The interior of the tank is wiped clean.
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The tank is removed from the ground.
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Moved out of the work area.
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Staged for local UCC inspection.
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Excavation post tank removal.
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The tank cavity is then backfilled to grade with certified clean fill and topped with native soil.
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Underground Storage Tank Removal (UST)

Homeowners and commercial building owners alike are taking preventive measures and having underground storage tanks removed before they become a problem. Applied's personnel have experience in over 12,000 storage tank removals in more than 250 towns in New Jersey. On the average, we remove approximately 500 tanks per year. The key to our success has always been experience and customer service. We visit each site, and take the time to explain the entire process from start to finish. We handle the permitting process and coordinate all inspections. Our staff is OSHA-trained and certified by the NJDEP for the closure of underground tank systems. These certifications give our clients the added peace of mind they need to know the project will be handled properly from start to finish by experienced professionals.

In New Jersey, underground storage tank removal is divided into 2 categories; Regulated & Non-Regulated.

Non-Regulated Underground Tanks are:

Residential heating oil tanks OF ANY SIZE. (For instance, even a 10,000-gallon underground heating oil tank for an apartment building would be considered non-regulated).
Motor Fuel for agricultural use, up to 1,100 gallons
Residential underground tanks storing motor fuel for non-commercial use, up to 1,100 gallons.
Tanks situated in an underground area including, but not limited to, basements, cellars, mines, drift shafts, or tunnels, if the storage tank is situated upon or above the surface of the floor.

Non-regulated tank require only a local Building Department permit, and inspection by the local building authorities.

No sampling is required, as long as the local building inspector agrees there is no leakage from the tank. There is no involvement with the NJDEP as long as the there is no leakage from the tank.

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An excavator is digging a hole in the ground in front of a house.

A yellow excavator is digging a hole in front of a large propane tank.

A group of construction workers are working on a large rock in front of a house.

Services Included with Non-Regulated UST Work:

Free site visits available 6 days a week to ensure access with our equipment, and to explain the process in person to you.
Obtaining mark out of public utility lines on your property, to ensure all work is performed safely and efficiently.
Filling out all required permit applications (This is done for only of the cost of the permits. Many companies charge you for this service).
The tank is safely cut, and the remaining contents cleaned and drummed by our OSHA certified field technicians.
Proper manifesting and disposal of tank sludge. (This is included in the cost of the removal. Many companies charge you additionally for sludge disposal, or try to include the cost of a vacuum truck. Most small residential tanks are cleaned by hand, and sludge is drummed for disposal).
Proper disposal of tank shell and piping at a recycling facility.
Backfilling, compacting, re-grading, and hand-rake work areas.
Copies of all disposal receipts are submitted to customer and local authorities for final approval.
A non-leaking residential storage tank removal is typically completed in one day.