Happy New Year! We hope our customers and readers had a wonderful Christmas break and are ready for a busy 2019 – we know that we are.

 

The fresh year seems like a good idea to remind our readers about what exactly it is we do, and why we believe that we’re the team to help with any oil storage tank needs for homes and businesses across the South East.

 

Our Team

 

At SG Tanks, we supply oil storage tanks – both plastic tanks from DESO, and our own steel tanks that are manufactured in-house. We also install these tanks on domestic, commercial, industrial and agricultural properties all along the south coast, from Portsmouth to Eastbourne (and further afield if you need).

 

As OFTEC registered engineers, you can be certain that our installations and tank replacements are carried out to the highest standards, meeting all of the UK’s strict safety regulations and government guidelines.

 

Here are just some of the services we provide:

 

• Free site surveys and estimates
• Expert advice on the best tank for your needs
• Supply of quality tanks and accessories
• Certified installation, tank repair and replacement at competitive prices
• Reliable appointments where your site is left spotless
• Safety checks, for example using fireproof screens and checking line pressure
• Pumping out and removal of old tanks
• Aftersales support and 24-hour emergency call out

 

You can read more about our team here, check out some of our recent customer testimonials on Checkatrade or take a look at our FAQ section for answers to the most commonly-asked questions about oil storage tanks. Of course, if you can’t quite find what you’re looking for, simply give us a call and we’d be happy to help you.

 

Farms are powered by oil, whether it’s used to drive a tractor or to power a grain dryer, but storing oil properly is critical to ensure staff and site safety and guard against environmental pollution and fuel loss.

 

Another key benefit of having your own oil tank is that you are independent of the national supply and not at the mercy of painful price rises. Instead, you can buy oil in bulk when prices are low and hold back when they are high.

 

SG Tanks has worked with farms and equestrian centres across Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire for more than two decades, supplying, installing and maintaining high quality, custom-built steel oil tanks and plastic agricultural tanks.

 

Our customers opt for oil storage tanks for a number of reasons: to manage fuel, waste or storage heating oil or as part of a rainwater harvesting system.

 

Choose a highly durable steel oil tank, which we custom make in Littlehampton to your specified capacity and dimensions and guarantee for five years, or opt for an economical plastic bunded or single skin DESO oil storage tank, with a capacity of up to 15,000 litres and a two-year warranty.

 

A bunded tank has two skins so that if the first skin splits or breaks the second skin prevents oil leaking. You’ll need a bunded tank if your tank holds more than 3,500 litres (England) or 2,500 litres (Scotland).

 

Our staff are OFTEC-registered engineers, so you can be certain that tank installation and maintenance meets the UK’s strict commercial and industrial regulations.

 

We help our customers painlessly follow government safety rules without the need to plough through technical tank manuals, guarding against leaks and spills to keep your tank well maintained and functioning smoothly.

Here are some of the services we offer:

• Free, professional site survey and estimates
• Expert advice on choosing the best tank for you
• Quality tank supply and certified installation at the best price
• Tank repair or replacement
• Minimum fuss, punctual workers and your site left spotless
• Supply of other equipment, such as tank gauges and spill pallets
• Safety checks, for example using fireproof screens and checking line pressure
• Fuel gauges and overfill prevention, pumping out and removing old tanks, flow meters, welded or threaded pipework, replacement of fuel lines and lockable steel cabinets
• Aftersales support and 24-hour emergency call out

 

If you have any questions about agricultural oil tanks or to arrange an inspection with our friendly team please contact us.

The Oil Firing Technical Association (OFTEC) and the Federation of Petroleum (FPS) have launched “Tank Safe”: a campaign encouraging homeowners with oil heating to urgently check the condition of their storage tanks.

 

The campaign has been fueled by concerns that a growing number of domestic oil tanks are reaching the end of their lifespan, but homeowners are too nervous about the associated cost to invest in a replacement.

 

Storage tanks unfortunately do not last forever, and if oil leaks into the ground it can threaten property, the environment and human health. Clearing contaminated ground is far more expensive than a new tank, so addressing signs of aging or strain is much more cost-effective in the long run!

 

Make sure that you frequently check the condition of your tank, including;

 

• Inspecting your tank for surface cracks, sun-bleached spots or rusting
• Keeping integral bunds clear of leaves and rainwater
• Maintaining filters and pipes
• Removing any foliage or debris that is covering the tank
• Looking out for unusual signs of oil, particularly following a delivery
• Having your tank inspected by a registered professional at least once a year
• Updating your home insurance to cover your tank and its contents

 

At SG Tanks, we routinely carry out tank inspections, and help our customers to make sure their oil storage meets building regulations and environmental requirements. If you notice any of the above faults, or have any other critical concerns about your oil tank, call our team now on 01903 856403.

 

Oil heating is still one of the most reliable and cost-effective heating methods for your home, and we can make sure that your system keeps benefits your family – and wallet – for years to come. For more information, visit the OFTEC website or watch the Tank Safe video.

 

This week we have been very busy with a plastic tank installation for a customer in East Sussex.

At SG Tanks we have over 25 years of experience providing oil tanks for customers throughout the South East. Our expert tradesmen are able to install a range of plastic and non-plastic oil tanks including Plastic Bunded Tanks and Plastic Single Skin Tanks.

If you are interested in an oil tank installation, give us a call today on 01903 856403.