Eco Tank Services

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Domestic Oil Tank Removal & Recycling | Eco Tank Services

Safe, Certified Heating Oil Tank Removal for Homes Across England & Wales

At Eco Tank Services, we specialise in domestic heating oil tank removal, recycling, and decommissioning for homes across England and Wales.
Our fully certified engineers provide safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible removal of old or unused oil tanks — both above and below ground.

Whether you’re upgrading your heating system, selling your home, or simply removing an old tank, Eco Tank Services ensures a smooth, compliant, and eco-friendly process from start to finish

Eco tank Services engineer removing a metal oil tank from a basement area.
Ecotank Services engineer removing an old oil storage tank safely from a residential property.

Why Homeowners Choose Eco Tank Services

🟧 Nationwide coverage across England & Wales – Our dedicated local teams provide fast, professional service wherever you are. From large towns to small villages, Eco Tank Services ensures reliable oil tank removals with minimal disruption to your home or garden.
🟧  Fully certified & qualified engineers – Every job is completed by OFTEC-registered professionals, trained to meet the latest UK environmental and safety standards. We follow strict procedures to guarantee safe handling, transport, and disposal of all tanks and oil residues.
🟧 £10 million public & environmental liability insurance – Your property and the environment are fully protected. Our high-level insurance coverage demonstrates our commitment to safety, professionalism, and total accountability.
🟧 Complete end-to-end service – From the initial site survey and risk assessment through to removal, recycling, and final certification, Eco Tank Services manages the entire process — saving you time, stress, and paperwork.
🟧 Environmentally responsible operations – We recycle 100% of all recyclable materials, dispose of waste oil through licensed facilities, and maintain a strict zero-spill policy on every project. You’ll receive a full Certificate of Recycling and Safe Disposal for your records.
🟧 Specialists in domestic oil tank removals – We focus on residential properties, ensuring tidy, non-invasive work and respectful service around your home and garden. Whether above-ground or underground, we’ll handle it safely and efficiently.
🟧 Trusted by homeowners for years – With a proven track record and hundreds of successful removals across the UK, Eco Tank Services has built a reputation for reliability, quality, and customer care.
🟧 Transparent pricing & free quotes – No hidden charges or unexpected costs. You’ll receive a clear, itemised quote before any work begins, and friendly advice from our expert team.
Choosing Eco Tank Services means choosing a certified, insured, and environmentally responsible partner for your domestic heating oil tank removal — trusted by homeowners across England and Wales

Our Core Oil Tank Removal Services

Domestic Heating Oil Tank Removal

We safely remove all types of domestic tanks — steel or plastic, above or below ground. Our certified engineers ensure clean, efficient removal and full recycling documentation, with minimal disruption to your home.

Domestic plastic oil tank removal carried out by Eco Tank Services.
Underground Oil Tank Removal

We provide safe, certified removal of buried domestic tanks using specialist excavation equipment. Our engineers drain, lift, and clean the tank area, leaving your property secure, compliant, and ready for reinstatement or reuse.

Two underground metal tanks being removed by Eco Tank Services.
Oil Tank Decommissioning 

If removal isn’t needed, we provide safe, certified decommissioning by draining, cleaning, and isolating your tank. It’s left secure, compliant, and ready for recycling or reuse.                                                                                                                 

Interior of a metal tank during the decommissioning process by Eco Tank Services
Commercial & Industrial Tank Removal

For large tanks at factories, farms, and depots, our engineers manage complete removals — draining, cutting, and recycling under strict safety standards.                                                                           

Commercial tank removal in progress by Eco Tank Services using specialist lifting equipment.
Oil Tank Recycling & Safe Disposal

All removed tanks are sent to licensed recycling facilities. We recycle 100% of materials where possible and issue a Certificate of Recycling and Disposal for your records.                                                                                   

Eco Tank Services team carrying out the safe disposal of old oil tanks using professional lifting equipment

Our Certified Removal Process

  1. Site Assessment & Free Quote – We inspect your site, tank size, and access to provide a clear, fixed quote.

  2. Oil Removal & Recovery – Any remaining heating oil is safely pumped out and stored or recycled.

  3. Tank Cleaning & Gas-Free Certification – Ensures your tank is completely safe for cutting or transport.

  4. Tank Removal / Excavation – Our engineers remove your tank using spark-free tools and lifting equipment.

  5. Recycling & Documentation – The tank is processed through a licensed recycling centre; you receive certification.

  6. Final Site Restoration – We leave your garden or property clean, tidy, and safe.

Every Eco Tank Services removal complies with Environmental Agency and OFTEC best practices.

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Our Environmental Commitment

At Eco Tank Services, caring for the environment is built into everything we do.
We take pride in offering eco-conscious, certified domestic oil tank removal and recycling that protects your home and the planet.

🔷 100% recycling policy – Every tank we remove is processed at Environment Agency-approved recycling facilities, ensuring nothing goes to landfill.

🔷 Zero-spill guarantee – Our engineers follow advanced containment methods to eliminate any chance of leakage or contamination.

🔷 Certified waste management – All waste oil, sludge, and materials are handled under Environment Agency regulations with full documentation provided for your peace of mind.

🔷 Eco-friendly decommissioning – For tanks that cannot be removed, we use inert foam, sand, or concrete filling to make them permanently safe without environmental harm.

🔷 Sustainable oil recovery – Reusable oil is carefully filtered, repurposed, or recycled to reduce waste and support a circular economy.

🔷 Investment in greener technology – We continuously improve our vehicles and tools to lower emissions and reduce our carbon footprint.

🔷 Approved recycling partnerships – We only work with licensed recycling partners, ensuring traceability and full legal compliance.

🔷 Commitment to compliance & transparency – We stay ahead of changing environmental laws so your oil tank removal always meets current UK standards

Areas We Cover

🟧 East Midlands: Northampton, Kettering, Wellingborough, Corby, Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Lincoln.

🟧 West Midlands: Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Solihull, Worcester, Shrewsbury.

🟧 South East: Milton Keynes, Luton, Bedford, Aylesbury, Oxford, Reading, Slough, High Wycombe, Watford, St Albans.

🟧 East of England: Cambridge, Peterborough, Huntingdon, Ely, Ipswich, Colchester, Chelmsford.

🟧 South West: Bristol, Bath, Swindon, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Taunton, Exeter.

🟧 North West & Yorkshire: Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Leeds, Sheffield, York, Doncaster, Barnsley.

🟧 Wales: Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Wrexham, Bridgend, and nearby villages.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Most residential oil tank removals cost between £400 and £1,200, depending on size, type, and access. Get a free quote from Eco Tank Services today

No — removing or cutting a tank yourself is unsafe and illegal. Always use certified professionals

Yes. We specialise in domestic underground oil tank removals and full site restoration

We safely recover, filter, and recycle usable oil according to environmental regulations.

Yes, every job includes a Certificate of Recycling and Safe Disposal

Most domestic removals are completed within one working day.

Yes, all Eco Tank Services engineers are fully insured and OFTEC-registered.

Absolutely — we regularly work on rural and agricultural properties across England & Wales.


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