The Importance of Regular Oil Tank Cleaning Services

Making sure that your oil tank is kept clean is key to ensuring it is safe to use - something you have a legal obligation to ensure. Using an oil tank comes with its own set of hazards and cleaning requires a specialist's knowledge and skills. Oil tanks require industrial cleaning and this has to be carried out regularly and by professionals who have the thorough industry knowledge and are aware of the processes involved.

Oil tanks can be used in both industrial or commercial settings as well as domestic ones in the case of home heating oil for example. Oil tanks are really handy for a range of settings and industries however ensuring they are cleaned - is key to them working well. Ensuring this level of basic maintenance is essential for avoiding serious potential issues further down the line.

Frequent oil tank cleaning carried out by a professional firm needs to be part of any tank owner’s maintenance and has to be scheduled as a matter of principle. Not doing so is seriously going to compromise the integrity of your oil tank as well as your overall safety -something you cannot put a price on. 

With this in mind, in this blog, we discuss some of the ways that cleaning your oil tanks is so important as well as a few safety pointers. Read on to discover more!



Why is cleaning your oil tank so important?

It's pretty commonplace for there to be some level of build-up in your oil tank, over time and due to frequent use, this is pretty unavoidable. However, there is one thing you can control and that is the cleanliness of your tank. One of the key things which impact the level of build-up inside of the tank is variations in temperature inside the tank, and the surroundings around it. This is due in part to condensation as well as a few other factors - this can cause the water in your tank to increase and add to the level of build-up inside the tank.

The combination of water from the tank itself and the fuel from inside the tank can trigger the growth of microbes. During an extended period of time, this can cause a blockage in the tank and this can greatly affect the flow of oil from the tank - this is the thing that impacts the external heating systems, for example, the heating system inside your home. These microbes are the thing which can consume the oil kept inside the tank which in turn amplify your overall energy consumption and in turn, can make your boiler less effective and hinder your heating.

If you invest in regular cleaning and maintenance of your oil tank, you are going to ensure that your tank is in great condition and in turn, avoid the stress (and costs) that come with a broken oil.

Using the services of a professional oil tank cleaning service

Trying to deal with cleaning your oil tank yourself is a rookie error that quite often leads to costly work needing to be carried out further down the line. This is the reason why in most scenarios, using a professional service that carries out industrial cleaning is the simplest and best outcome and a surefire way to make sure nothing goes wrong in the cleaning process.

Another thing you may wish to consider is having a professional carry out an inspection if you are totally unfamiliar with using an oil tank. The very last thing you want to do is leave any potential signs of damage to get progressively worse over time.

Why does an oil tank emptying service need to be carried out? 

Sediment which is produced from dying microbes in the oil tank or enters from dust and debris from the outside can cause a great deal of damage to the tank. It is not only likely to block the pipes but it can actually trigger friction from getting into the running equipment and cause significant damage and general wear-and-tear.

Occasionally, this debris is formed from organic matter, for example, dead microbes or any other waste which has entered the tank. In plenty of other cases though, general dirt is the unfortunate culprit, whatever the case may be this still has to be dealt with. This standard decay in the tank leads to long-term issues causing maintenance costs - which could be prevented.

Prevention is key

Skipping any cleaning for your oil tank is going to be a false economy If you don’t organise an inspection and spot flaws in your current tank. Failure to monitor your tank is ultimately going to lead to dangerous risks, environmental damage, costly repairs or a combination of all three.

Prevention really is key in ensuring you are not going to have to deal with any unexpected repair costs or sudden breakdowns. Sadly, it is going to be fairly expensive to replace your whole oil tank. The best way to prevent this from happening? Regular cleaning as well as general maintenance. Ensuring your care for your oil tank is not only going to save you money but also a great deal of hassle in general, just by taking some time to invest in proper cleaning services really will make all the difference.

What happens during an oil tank clean?

For an oil tank to be cleaned thoroughly, you’ll require a professional oil tank cleaning service to help you carry this out. Throughout the cleaning process, the tank itself will be emptied by the contents being pumped out of the tank and placed into a holding container. The tank will then be deep cleaned, with any sludge and build-up being removed. The surplus waste will then be removed in an environmentally friendly manner, and with any clean oil being put back into the tank. 

Overall, using a professional oil tank cleaning service is certainly a worthy investment. If you fail to care for your oil tank, this is going to seriously affect your tank and in turn, impact how well it works for you. No doubt the last thing you want is having to pay out for a brand new tank and the best way to avoid this is ensuring a clean tank and using expert cleaning services.

Walsh Brothers Industrial Services - Quality Oil Tank Cleaning Services - We Provide Heavy Duty Industrial Cleaning Services

Here at Walsh Brothers Industrial Services, we use the latest technology in order to deliver industrial cleaning results that wow. Whatever premises you manage, our team can help you get it cleaned to the highest possible standard. Walsh Bros Industrial Services utilise high-pressure water jetting to tackle a range of industrial cleaning projects, including tank cleaning, blocked drain clearing, cutting sewage screenings, descaling tube bundles, factory cleaning, industrial clean-ups, site clearance, surface preparation and other work besides.

All our industrial cleaning specialists are highly skilled and trained in specialist equipment to ensure maximum efficiency. For more intense cleaning projects, a heavy-duty degreaser may be applied to the surface area and left to soak. This loosens the grease which means a more effective jet wash. If you wish to find out more about our industrial cleaning services, or any of the other services we provide, please feel free to contact us today. We’d be happy to help with any enquiries you may have.