There are basically two options when it comes to choosing an oil storage tank: underground or aboveground. Griffith installs both types of tanks, along with products to give you added peace of mind and make your tank more aesthetically pleasing.
Underground Tanks
Several new types of tanks have been introduced to extend tank life and protect tanks from corrosion. These tanks meet and surpass stringent industry and EPA standards. While current state regulations do
not require corrosion resistant underground tanks for heating oil, we recommend them for their extended
life and added resale value.
Aboveground Tanks
There are a large number of above ground tanks designed for indoor or outdoor use. Some indoor
tanks look more like water heaters than oil tanks. They now take up very little space in the basement, crawl space, or utility room and are much less conspicuous than traditional models. The decision to put the tank inside or outside is simply up to the preference of the homeowner.
The Roth Tank
Designed in Europe, the Roth Tank has a unique double wall construction with a heavy walled seamless polyethylene corrosion proof inner tank. The outer wall of the tank is G-20 galvanized steel designed to shield the inner tank and also to contain the contents of the inner tank in the unlikely event of a product leak.
|
|
 |
| A typical 275-gallon aboveground fuel tank. It can be installed inside or outside of your home. |
|
Tank Accessories
Tankmate
The Tankmate is a one-piece construction tank cover made of space age Dura-Vinyl. It has a UV protectant to resist effects of sunlight and it is also resistant to extreme temperatures. It will protect your tank from the elements including rain, snow and winter wind chill and is an attractive addition to any home that may be installed with new or existing oil tanks.
Tank Tub
The Tank Tub is a two-piece cover made of space age Dura-Vinyl. It meets & exceeds EPA and NFPA requirements for 110% containment for both 275-gallon vertical and 330-gallon vertical oil tanks. The Tank Tub also qualifies as a containment dike under NFPA 31.
The Tank Tub is a freestanding design that allows for quick and easy set-up with new or existing oil tanks. It is available in gray or hunter green which would make an attractive addition to any home. It comes with a 12-year limited warranty.
Tank Pan
You may obtain peace of mind for small spills when you install a tank pan under your fuel tank. It is made of flexible plastic, holds up to 15 gallons, and takes less than a minute to install.
Protect Your Tank
While storage of home heating oil has generally never posed a safety concern, advances in tank manufacturing technology have made it even safer than ever. For even further peace of mind, Griffith Oil now offers TankSure® a tank testing and monitoring program that comes with a $1000 proactive tank replacement warranty. Click here for more information.
For answers to your questions about heating oil storage, please click here.
|
