To complete this mini-series of safety considerations when it comes to installing and maintaining your domestic oil storage tank, we’re going to share the key requirements set out by Planning Permission and Building Regulations. There aren’t many, but like the environmental protection guidelines and the fire safety requirements, your tank storage and positioning must adhere. Read More
Last month, we talked about the importance of fire safety regulations in regards to domestic oil storage tanks. However, these are not the only considerations to make when it comes to installing a tank on your property. Even though a spill or leak from a domestic tank is rare, the potential mess can be very. Read More
Concerns were raised earlier this month as the severe cold-weather front from Siberia (the so-called “Beast from the East”) coincided with a shortage of natural gas across the UK. The National Grid released warnings about depleting reserves, urging suppliers to make more gas available in order to meet the demand of millions of chilly households. Read More
Heating oil prices fluctuate all the time, usually in relation to the price of crude oil. It can be affected by weather conditions, global production and international politics – but that’s not to say you can’t have some control over the price you end up paying to fill your tank. 1 – Shop around. Read More
We help a lot of clients choose new oil tanks, either because they’re switching to oil for the first time or need to replace an older tank at the end of its life. Every home and business has different requirements when it comes to their oil tank, however in most cases we do find that. Read More
The festive season is finally here, and our team here at SG Tanks would like to wish all of our clients a happy holiday and the very best for the new year. We’ve enjoyed a busy twelve months, installing new oil storage tanks all over the South East and working with lots of homes and. Read More
The trees are looking bare and the frost and fog is beginning to set in, meaning that winter is well on its way. We’re sure everyone is looking forward to some cosy nights on the sofa, but for those of you with an outdoor oil storage tank, there are a few jobs to do before. Read More
We’ve talked before about the importance of checking your tank’s bund for rainwater, but not about what to do if you find any. With the weather becoming increasingly grey and wet, it’s now the time of year that tanks are more likely to become compromised in a downpour, so we’ve put together a quick guide. Read More
Approximately 4 million UK households are not connected to the mains network for gas, electricity, or both. For these families, choosing a cost-effective way to keep their homes warm is a pretty important question, particularly with rising energy bills, climate change and sustainability concerns on the agenda. While it’s certainly idealistic, we’re not yet at. Read More
Homesteading is a growing trend in the UK, and we have seen our business grow with customers who are trying to live more within their means and create a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Whether you want to enjoy living more off-grid, or simply want more control over your energy bills, here are four tips for getting. Read More
