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Protect Your Passions and Your Investments

For many people in the Lower Mainland, their farms are not just sources of income but also their homes. Chilliwack farmers are passionate about what they do. Whether they are raising livestock, running a nursery, or harvesting crops, farmers take care of their property and the people and animals on it. Abandoned oil tanks pose a significant threat to the health and wellness of life on your farm. Above-ground tanks are exposed to any number of weather events as well as debris and drastically changing temperatures. Underground tanks are exposed to constant moisture, freeze-thaw cycles, and pressure from the surrounding soil. The container can weaken causing cracks or holes in the exterior allowing dangerous oil to leak out into the surrounding environment. Tanks leaking oil can contaminate soil, plant life, and groundwater leading to devastating consequences. Even partially empty above-ground tanks with minor openings can pose a risk. Because oil isn’t as heavy as water, rainwater leaking in and filling the tank causes the oil to rise on top and seep out of any surface cracks. Not only can oil leaks be incredibly dangerous, but remediation of the leak can also be costly. The upfront costs of safe oil tank removal in Chilliwack far outweigh the potential costs to your beets, beasts, and bottom line.

When to Call For Help

While some of the best farmers pride themselves on self-reliance and a sense of industriousness, they also know when to say when. When it comes to safeguarding livestock, crops, and employees, farmers know that bringing in professional help for safe and efficient oil tank removal in Chilliwack is the best course of action. Here at West Coast Tank Recovery, we have the knowledge, experience, and equipment to expertly locate your tank (if buried underground) and determine the safest most cost-effective approach to removal. We can locate (using ground penetrating radar), detach, clean, and excavate around your decommissioned tank as well as mitigate any unforeseen circumstances like newly discovered leaks, tank or soil collapse, and any soil remediation. We also can properly recycle your tank. While we respect that the DIY attitude is one of the driving forces of Chilliwack’s agricultural prowess, we also know that teamwork is another cornerstone of this great city. Reaching out to the oil tank experts here on West Coast offers the best of both.