Soil Testing Around Oil Tanks in New Jersey

Before you buy, sell or remove a house with a buried heating oil tank in North or Central New Jersey, A1 Tank Guys samples the soil around it so you know whether it has leaked and what, if anything, it will cost to fix.

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A1 Tank Guys: Accurate Oil Tank Soil Testing in New Jersey

Samples Beside the Tank: Soil cores are taken at the depth of the tank along its sides and ends, where oil would travel first if the tank had a leak.
Tank Left in Place: Testing is done while the tank is still in the ground, so there is no excavation and no permit needed to find out where you stand.
Laboratory Analysis: Samples go to a laboratory for analysis, and you receive the results in writing to share with your attorney, agent or buyer.
A Fixed Price if Cleanup Is Needed: If results show contamination, we give you a fixed price to clean it up, so the numbers can be negotiated before closing.

The most accurate way to check a tank

Why Soil Testing Beats Guessing on a Buried Tank

Tank Tests Only Tell Part of the Story: A tank can hold pressure today and still have leaked years ago. The soil is where any past release shows up.
Inspection Windows Are Short: Buyers often have about ten days for inspections. Fast sampling and lab turnaround keep a deal from slipping.
Negotiate With Real Numbers: Clean results remove a question from the sale; positive results come with a fixed cleanup price instead of a worst-case guess.
Common in Older Suburbs: In long-established towns such as Livingston, Westfield, Cranford and Metuchen, a buried tank on the lot is common enough that many buyers ask for testing by default.

FREQUENTLY ASKED ・ ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions About Oil Tank Soil Testing in NJ

How soil testing works, who it is for, and what the results mean.

Who usually orders soil testing?

Sellers who want to know before listing, buyers during their inspection period, and homeowners who want an answer before deciding whether to remove a tank.

How quickly will I get results?

Sampling takes a short visit. Lab turnaround depends on the laboratory and the analysis needed; ask about faster options when you call if you are working to a closing date.

Does testing disturb my yard?

Very little. Samples are taken with a probe through small holes beside the tank, which are closed when we finish.

Do you test tanks outside Verona?

Yes. We sample tanks throughout North and Central New Jersey, from Wayne and Parsippany to Edison and Woodbridge.