In February we have already seen some examples of extreme weather sweeping across the UK. While it hasn’t been anywhere near as a powerful as the ‘polar vortex’ which hit America and caused temperatures to drop to as low as -30C – the snow and winter weather has caused significant disruption. And as temperatures plummet,. Read More
After a sizzling summer, the temperatures are finally dropping and there’s a definite chill in the air. This is an important time of year for oil storage tank owners, as the fluctuating temperatures can make tanks a little more vulnerable. If you use your tank for heating oil, it’s likely to see a lot more. Read More
When it comes to installing an oil storage tank, understand that there are two types – single-skin and bunded. It’s important to know the difference before choosing one to be installed, and how the type of tank affects your responsibilities for keeping it secure at all times. At SG Tanks, we supply high-quality oil tanks. Read More
Now it seems like summer is over, and many of us begin the battle of the thermostat. Households all over the UK will be debating when it’s acceptable to put the central heating on, trying to last as long as possible in order to keep our energy bills down. Even if you’ve gone off-grid and. Read More
Are you thinking about installing an oil tank on your property, or are you due for a replacement? Perhaps you’re looking at buying a new home or commercial site that has an existing tank and you’re not sure whether it’s a benefit or a drawback. If you have any questions about oil tanks or switching. Read More
Owners of domestic oil tanks have the important responsibility for dealing with a leak or spill as quickly and effectively as possible. This is our third and last post dedicated to helping our customers and readers understand what actions to take, should they have concerns about the integrity of their tank. In this post,. Read More
This our second post in our short series of blogs covering what you should do in the event of an oil spill from your domestic oil storage tank. You can read part 1 here. Immediate actions following a domestic oil leak or spill Turn your oil supply off at the tank, then try. Read More
In our last post, we talked about the dangers of not replacing an old or damaged oil storage tank – the most serious of which is the risk of an oil leak or spill (read more here). If you should discover that your domestic oil tank is leaking, it’s essential that you take immediate action.. Read More
There’s no doubt that buying an oil tank represents a substantial investment, so it pays to keep your domestic or commercial tank in good working order and replace it when the time comes. The dangers of delaying Waiting until your tank falls apart or leaks can cause a potentially expensive, environmental mess and it. Read More
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
