What base do I need for an oil tank?

The base should be level and constructed of a non-combustible material such as solid concrete, paving stones or stonework, on a properly prepared bed and extending by a minimum of 300mm beyond the perimeter of the tank.

How thick does an oil tank base need to be?

50mm thick
Base requirements: The base must be at least 50mm thick – if using paving slabs – on a compact and blinded hardcore base OR 100mm or concrete. It must extend 300mm around the perimeter of the oil storage tank. (This prevents the tank from becoming overgrown and fire spreading across the ground to the tank.)

How thick should a concrete pad be for an oil tank?

For a 3 1/3-inch-thick slab, measure up this distance from the pad at the corner stakes at the low side, and mark each stake. Alternatively, mark the stakes 5 1/2 inches from the surface of the pad for a thicker slab.

Does an oil tank have to be off the ground?

We recommend your oil tank is installed outside, above ground within a secondary containment system. Position your tank to minimise risk of pollution and maximise its security. Consider placing it in view of a frequently occupied room so you can keep an eye on it.

Do oil tanks have to be double skinned?

Single Skin Tanks Generally to install a single skin tank the following conditions need to be met: The capacity of the oil tank must be less than 2500 litres. The tank must not be with 10m of controlled water (this includes watercourses such as rivers, streams, ditches and also septic)

How far away should an oil tank be from a house?

1.8 metres away
An oil tank has to be a minimum of 1.8 metres away from any part of a building or construction that isn’t fire resistant, such as doors, windows, eves and cladding.

Can I build a wall around my oil tank?

The fire wall or fire resistant boundary wall must extend not less than 300 mm higher and 300 mm beyond the ends of the tank. Notes: (1) Excluding small openings such as air bricks, etc. (2) Fire walls should be imperforate non-combustible walls or screens, such as a masonry wall or fire-rated composite panel screens.

Is a Single Skin oil tank legal?

Single skin oil tanks can be installed at a domestic property where a tank with secondary containment (or bunded oil tank) is not required. Generally a single skin tank cannot legally be installed if the tank is: in excess of 2500 litres. within 10m of controlled water (river, stream, ditch, soakaway, septic tank etc.)

Can I still use a single skin oil tank?

Single skin oil tanks can still be suitable in certain domestic situations though. However, in England and Scotland, their installation is allowed only if the following conditions are met: The capacity of the oil tank must be less than 2500 litres.

What is the life expectancy of an oil tank?

On average, a well-maintained heating oil tank should last around 10-15 years before it causes any trouble. Once the oil tank has hit this age, it’s time to start budgeting for a new heating oil tank installation.

Do I need a wall around my oil tank?

If the tank is to be stored above the ground, it will need a protective shield to guard from fire. The oil storage tank will need extra protection from spillage and leakage if there is ground water nearby.

Can I install my own oil tank?

Can I Install My Own Oil Tank? Anyone can install a new oil tank — as long as the oil tank installation code is upheld. You should be knowledgeable on the various regulations and procedures before taking on such a technical project.