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
Nobody wants an oil spill – it’s bad for the environment, unpleasant for your home and painful for your wallet. In our experience, the majority of domestic oil tank leaks or spills are completely preventable and are usually down to improper tank maintenance or accidental damage. Here are 3 of the most common causes of. Read More
The SG Tanks team has been very busy over summer, and we’re pleased to have had some glowing testimonials to show for it. We’re grateful to all of our customers who have provided us with feedback, which helps us to maintain and improve our service and levels of customer satisfaction. For more reviews, please visit. Read More
In our last post, we talked about the essential steps you need to take to make sure your oil storage tank is working efficiently. Part of your tank maintenance routine should be to regularly inspect the condition of your tank, to check for signs of wear and tear. We’ve put together a quick checklist of. Read More
Having an oil tank is convenient, cost-effective and allows you to have more control and awareness of your fuel consumption than grid supplies. However, it is a considerable investment, and you are wholly responsible for your tank and its contents. To help you get the most from your investment (and extend its lifespan for as. Read More
With over 20 years’ experience in the industry, there’s not much we don’t know about oil storage tanks. It means we’re always happy to help our customers when they need help figuring out which domestic oil storage would suit the needs of their home or business. To help keep things simple, we’ve put together this. Read More
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. Read More
Depending on the space available to you, domestic oil tanks can be positioned outdoors or indoors (including inside garages or outhouses). There are certain restrictions in both instances, to make sure your oil supply is stored safely and doesn’t pose an environmental threat in the event of a leak. Read on for some tips about. Read More
Home oil tanks are becoming increasingly popular in the UK, as the rising price of fuel has many homeowners concerned about their energy bills. At SG Tanks, we understand that moving away from the mains grid can be a daunting decision, and we aim to make that transition as easy as possible. Here are some. Read More
Your oil tank is a valuable source of fuel for your home – literally. While modern tanks have robust security features to prevent unwanted drilling or siphoning, there are a few simple steps you can take that will keep your tank and its contents even safer. Keep the filler cap locked. A lockable cap is. Read More
