Oil Tank Removal NJ vs Abandonment Options
Many New Jersey homes still have underground oil tanks located in their yards. Some are ancient. Some leak. Some just sit there, gathering dust, until someone brings up the idea of selling the house or refinancing the mortgage. That’s when homeowners need to make a choice: pull the tank out or leave it buried. Both options are available in New Jersey. Both need certified professionals and have to follow state rules. But here’s the thing? They’re completely different in what they actually do for you, and what problems stick around after. What Abandonment in Place Really Means Abandonment sounds straightforward. A contractor digs down to the tank, opens it up, pumps out any leftover oil and sludge, cleans the inside, then fills it with sand, foam, or whatever’s approved. Lines get disconnected. That’s it. Except it really isn’t. When you abandon a tank, it stays right there underground. No one gets to see the outside of the tank. Soil tests? Usually don’t happe...