Emergency Oil Tank Services

What to Do If Your Oil Tank Is Leaking

Don't panic — but don't wait. Here's exactly what to do:

• Step 1: Call Removal Pro at 617-504-2455 immediately
• Step 2: Report to MassDEP Spill Hotline: 1-888-304-1133 (required by law within 2 hours)
• Step 3: Do not attempt to move or disturb the tank
• Step 4: Keep people and pets away from the affected area
• Step 5: We handle everything from here

Signs Your Tank May Be Leaking

• Visible oil stains or sheen on floors, walls, or soil near the tank
• Strong fuel oil smell in your basement or yard
• Oil smell in your water supply
• Sudden unexplained drop in oil level or gauge reading
• Rust, corrosion, or wet spots on the tank exterior
• Discolored soil near an underground tank

What We Do on an Emergency Call

• Rapid dispatch to your location
• Site assessment and containment of the leak
• Emergency tank removal (above-ground or underground)
• Assistance with MassDEP reporting requirements
• Coordination with environmental consultants if needed
• Documentation for insurance claims

Why Speed Matters

A single barrel of heating oil can contaminate up to one million gallons of groundwater. Remediation costs in Massachusetts can run from $5,000 to over $100,000 depending on how far contamination has spread. Acting immediately is always significantly cheaper than waiting.