Petrolia is known as the birthplace of Canada’s oil industry, and many older homes in the area were historically heated with oil long before modern natural gas systems became widespread. As a result, unused oil tanks are still commonly found in basements, utility rooms, garages, sheds, and buried near older homes and outbuildings.
Many properties in and around Petrolia also rely on private well water, making even minor oil leaks a serious concern for drinking water safety. Aging tanks may be located close to foundations or soil that has already experienced historic petroleum activity, increasing environmental and financial risk if not properly removed.
Professional oil tank removal helps protect soil and groundwater, ensures compliance with TSSA and MECP regulations, and provides the documentation required for insurance and real estate transactions in Petrolia.