Oil Tank Removal Blog
Expert guides on state regulations, removal costs, and everything homeowners need to know about underground oil tank removal in the Northeast.
New Jersey Oil Tank Removal: Complete 2026 Guide
Everything NJ homeowners need to know about NJDEP requirements, costs, and finding certified contractors.
New York Underground Oil Tank Regulations & Removal
NY DEC requirements, Long Island & Westchester regulations, and what sellers need to know.
Connecticut Oil Tank Removal: DEEP Requirements & Costs
CT DEEP regulations, remediation standards, and guide for Fairfield County homeowners.
Massachusetts UST Removal: MassDEP Compliance Guide
Underground storage tank regulations in MA, 21E cleanup requirements, and contractor selection.
Pennsylvania Oil Tank Removal: DEP Rules & Process
PA DEP storage tank regulations, Act 32 requirements, and remediation standards.
Rhode Island Heating Oil Tank Removal Guide
RI DEM requirements, Providence area regulations, and removal process explained.
Maryland Oil Tank Removal: MDE Requirements & Costs
Maryland Department of Environment rules, Baltimore area guide, and what to expect.
Delaware Underground Oil Tank Removal Guide
DNREC regulations, tank closure requirements, and finding certified DE contractors.
New Hampshire Oil Tank Removal: DES Requirements
NH DES underground tank rules, removal process, and contamination cleanup.
Maine Heating Oil Tank Removal: DEP Compliance
Maine DEP regulations, tank abandonment rules, and homeowner responsibilities.
Vermont Oil Tank Removal: ANR Requirements Guide
Vermont Agency of Natural Resources rules, tank closure, and soil testing requirements.
Why Oil Tanks Are Common in the Northeast
Underground heating oil tanks are predominantly found in Northeastern states due to the region's climate and housing history. Before natural gas became widely available, heating oil was the primary fuel source for homes built between the 1940s and 1980s.
States with the highest concentration of buried oil tanks:
- 🏠 New Jersey - Estimated 500,000+ buried tanks
- 🏠 New York - Especially Long Island & Westchester
- 🏠 Connecticut - High concentration in Fairfield County
- 🏠 Massachusetts - Common in Greater Boston area
- 🏠 Pennsylvania - Philadelphia suburbs & eastern PA
- 🏠 Rhode Island - Statewide prevalence
- 🏠 Maryland - Baltimore metro area
- 🏠 Delaware - Northern Delaware especially
- 🏠 New Hampshire - Southern NH communities
- 🏠 Maine - Coastal and southern regions
- 🏠 Vermont - Throughout the state
If you're buying or selling a home in these states, a tank sweep is essential. Many lenders require tank certification before approving mortgages on older properties.