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When is a plastic bunded oil tank the right choice? Around 1.6 million households in the UK aren’t connected to the national gas network. Generally, these households will use oil to heat their homes and water instead. This oil (usually kerosene) must be stored on your property, in a tank which adheres to the government’s oil storage regulations (Storing oil at your home or business - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Oil storage tanks can be installed outside, inside or underground. In commercial situations, heating oil may also be used to fuel machinery and furnaces, generate electricity or gener..

Whether a home, housing development, single business or business park, if a site isn’t connected to the mains sewage system, the waste from toilets, baths, sinks, showers, washing machines and dishwashers will need to drain into an alternative system. Sewage is wastewater which has been used for a variety of purposes at home or in work, industrial or leisure activities. The wastewater contains dissolved solids, suspended solids and bacteria and other micro-organisms living in the water. On average, we all produce 135 to 180 litres of sewage a day, consisting of 99.9% liquid and less than 0...

If your home or business relies on a supply of oil for heating, it is essential that your oil storage tank is safe and fit-for-purpose. The consequences if it isn’t safe can be seriously damaging to the environment, your home and your finances. Anyone who stores oil on their premises, whether a home, farm or business, has a duty to ensure it won’t leak. Heating oil can cause serious problems if it gets into the environment. It can pollute rivers, harm wildlife and contaminate the ground and drinking water. As an oil tank owner, you are responsible for any environmental clean-up costs. Th..

If your home is among the five per cent of UK homes too remote to connect to the mains sewer system, you will need to invest in your own sewage treatment facility. There are a number of options available, including cesspools and septic tanks, but sewage treatment plants are the preferred option for most homes, farms and businesses. Sewage treatment plants, also known as package treatment plants, work by creating an environment which encourages bacteria to grow and break down the sewage. Sewage treatment plants are clean and eco-friendly and may be your only choice if you plan to disch..

Around 1.6 million households in the UK use oil for central heating and hot water, as they aren’t connected to the national gas network. Oil (usually kerosene) is delivered to the property by an oil tanker, then stored on site in a bunded or single skin tank, ready to be transported to the boiler, where the fuel is ignited to provide the heating and hot water. If you are wondering whether you need a bunded oil tank to store oil for your home or business, perhaps the first question to ask is – what is a bunded oil tank? A bunded oil tank is a tank inside of a tank. Fuel is stored in t..

There are a huge variety of different oil storage tanks available. Whether you’re replacing an old tank, or installing a brand new one, you need to make sure you’re using the best quality tank available. Bunded oil tanks offer a number of advantages over other options including - cost savings, better security, and protection for the environment. Any home or business that needs to store oil or fuels could benefit from installing a bunded fuel tank on their property. What is a bunded oil tank? Bunded tanks are designed with a double skin, or outer tank, which offers extra protection agains..

There is a huge variety of oil tanks available on the market today. You’ve probably heard the term ‘bunded oil tank’ but you might be asking - what is a bunded oil tank and how is it different from other storage tanks available? Below, we’re going to answer all of your questions to do with bunded oil tanks, and discuss why you should be using a bunded tank for your oil storage. What is a bunded oil tank? Bunded oil tanks differ from other oil storage tanks, such as 'single skin tanks' because they have a secondary containment tank or 'outside skin.’ This tank-within-a-tank approach means..

Everybody that uses fuel storage is already saving time and money, although some may not even realise it. Most people storing fuel at their home or business premises use a bunded oil tank, which allows fuel to be stored safely and securely. The cost of installing an on-site bunded fuel tank will quickly be paid off and you could then start to make large savings on your fuel costs. Here’s our top reasons why on-site bulk fuel storage could save you time and money: Take advantage of deals It makes sense to buy oil in bulk when prices are lower - prices fluctuate throughout the year so make..

Are you thinking about having a heating oil system installed on your property? Or are you looking to upgrade your existing oil tank? If you’re considering this, then you’ll need to choose between several different storage tanks available on the market - from steel and plastic, to single-skinned and bunded. An oil tank will allow you to store your fuel safely and effectively and help you prevent leaks, save wastage, cut costs and protect the environment. The type of storage tank you choose will depend on your needs and requirements. To help you decide, we’ve put together a guide of the things y..

Heating oil is a great way to heat your home and water in an environmentally and cost-effective way. However, an oil leak has the potential to be extremely damaging on the environment and this will have serious implications for you - including hefty fines and even prosecution. It is therefore essential for homeowners with bunded fuel tanks to properly care for these tanks. Regular maintenance will not only save you money on potentially costly repairs, but it will also help protect your living environment by reducing the risk of harmful pollution. Fortunately, oil tank maintenance isn’t difficu..