Pump/Rinse/Cap (Available in certain areas)

The tank is pumped out, tripled rinsed through the fill pipe. The fill and vent pipes are cut off or removed and a Decommissioning Certificate is issued to the property owner upon completion.

Tank Locating

A high powered metal detector or ground penetrating radar are used to attempt to locate underground tanks or piping. A written report is provided upon completion.

Pump/Rinse/Fill (Fill in Place)

The tank is pumped out, tripled rinsed through the fill pipe and the tank is filled with structural foam or cement slurry. The fill and vent pipes are cut off or removed and a Decommissioning Certificate is issued to the property owner upon completion.

Underground Tank Removal

The tank is pumped out, excavated and removed. The tank is then transported to an approved site to have it cut, cleaned and scrapped. The hole is backfilled and compacted. The ground cover and/or sod are replaced at the excavation site. A Decommissioning Certificate is issued to the property owner upon completion.

Above Ground Removal

The tank is pumped out, and removed. The tank is then transported to an approved site to have it cut, cleaned and scrapped. A Decommissioning Certification is issued to the property owner upon completion.

Tank Installation/Replacement (Underground or Above Ground Tanks)

The tank is pumped out and any usable fuel is reclaimed and any waste product will be disposed. The tank is then transported to an approved site to have it cut, cleaned and scrapped. A new underground tank is installed in its place or a new above ground tank is installed. The hole is backfilled and compacted. The ground cover and/or sod are replaced at the excavation site.

Soil Samples

Soil samples are performed by auguring down and retrieve the sample from under or next to the underground storage tank. The soil samples are then delivered to an independent fully accredited analytical testing laboratory that will provide a written report on the results.

Site Remediation

If petroleum contamination is discovered, cleanup of the petroleum contamination may be needed, depending on the severity. It involves the removal of the contaminated soil and disposed at a landfill and replaced with clean soil. We are able to assist you with possible insurance coverage for the cost of cleanups including Homeowners Insurance and State of Washington Pollution Liability Insurance Agency.

Permits

Seattle Tank Services obtains all required permits and provides all needed decommissioning or closure reports.