Commercial Underground Storage Tank (UST) Removal

Managing an efficient commercial property isn't just about aesthetics or customer service—it's also about ensuring environmental safety. If your facility has an out-of-service or aging underground oil tank, buried fuel storage tank, or any other type of commercial underground storage tank (UST), immediate removal is crucial. Why? Aging or abandoned USTs may leak, cause soil contamination, and emit unpleasant odors, posing a serious environmental threat. Learn more about the Negative Effects of Dormant Underground Storage Tanks.

Eco Metal Recycling Inc. provides a professional, seamless UST removal service. Choosing us means partnering with a team that upholds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. We ensure transparent communication throughout the UST removal process, keeping you informed every step of the way. Trust us to enhance the safety and environmental integrity of your commercial property.

Qualified Underground Tank Removal Specialists

We prioritize environmental safety and work diligently to ensure your commercial property remains safe and compliant. Our team of experts uses specialized equipment, exclusive to industry professionals, to perform effective and safe removals of underground storage tanks. We serve commercial clients throughout Ontario, offering 24-hour and same-day service options.

What to expect when we come to remove your commercial buried oil tank:

1. Securing Permits: We handle all necessary permits, including Locates from Hydro, Bell, Gas, etc. 
2. Preliminary Cleanup: The tank is emptied, and all residues are cleaned.
3. Safe Excavation: Our team safely excavates the tank, including the piping, copper lines, filters and related components
4. Soil Testing: Soil samples are taken by certified engineers to check for contamination.
5. Leak Assessment: We vigilantly check for signs of leakage and report the findings.
6. Soil Segregation: Clean soil is separated from any that appears contaminated.
7. Backfilling: The excavation site is filled and leveled.
8. Site Cleanup: We meticulously clean the site post-operation.
9. Disposal: All remnants such as the tank, contents, residues, and any contaminated soil (if present) are responsibly disposed of at MECP authorized locations.
10. Final Reporting: A comprehensive Soil Sample Report with photos and a Certificate of Tank Removal are provided.   Soil Sample Report

Here are a few reasons why Eco Metal Recycling Inc is the best commercial underground tank removal company to use:

• Extensive Experience: With hundreds of successful tank removals, our expertise is verifiable.
• Comprehensive Certifications: Our technicians are credentialed with TSSA, PM2, and OBT2 licenses, and are WSIB Registered. Additionally, we have a Master Petroleum Mechanic (PM1) and a Certified Oil Burner Technician (OBT-1) on staff.
• Regulatory Approvals: We hold certifications from both MECP and TSSA, and we are also licensed for the transportation of dangerous goods.
• Robust Insurance: Our operations are secured with a $5,000,000 liability insurance policy.
• Exceptional Customer Service: Not only can you expect our team technicians to be professional, polite, and respectful, but we also pride ourselves on offering superior customer service.
• Safety Measures: Should the excavation site require it, we supply safety fences to ensure no accidental falls or other mishaps occur.
• Unmatched Clean-up: We are committed to leaving the site cleaner than anyone else in the business, ensuring that post-operation, your property looks its best.

Abandoned commercial underground tanks and leaky buried fuel tanks may pose hazards to your health and investment, cause offensive odors, and contaminate both surface and subsurface soils.

Over the past four decades, thousands of petroleum storage tanks and systems for allied petroleum products have been installed on federal lands, predominantly to support the expanding transportation sector. Many of these systems were constructed from carbon steel without adequate corrosion protection, making them prone to deterioration and leaks as they age.

Environmental Impact of Leaky Storage Tanks

Leaks from these storage tank systems can have devastating environmental and economic consequences. Even minor leaks can lead to soil and water contamination, render drinking water from aquifers unsafe, and create dangerous build-ups of explosive vapors in underground spaces.

Professional Underground Tank Removal Services by Eco Metal Recycling

To address these challenges effectively, immediate action is recommended. Eco Metal Recycling offers professional underground tank removal services that are thorough and designed to protect both your property and the environment. Our experienced team uses advanced techniques and specialized equipment to ensure the safe and complete removal of any dormant underground storage tanks.

Act now to eliminate the potential risks associated with abandoned underground oil tanks. Removing these tanks is crucial for maintaining safety and compliance with environmental standards. Contact Eco Metal Recycling — your trusted experts in commercial tank removal — to safeguard your property and the environment.

We offer free consultation if you contact us today at (905) 330-8034 or email info@ecometalrecycling.ca to remove your commercial underground storage tank.

We recommend that you remove your abandoned commercial underground tank as soon as possible!

No place is too small or too far for Eco Metal Recycling Inc. We service almost all locations in Southern Ontario and the GTA!

• Learn about Underground Storage Tanks - Wikipedia
• Petroleum and Allied Petroleum Products Storage Tanks Regulations - Environment Canada
• Underground Fuel Oil Storage Tanks - TSSA
• Environmental Protection Agency Office of Underground Storage Tanks