Oil Remediation & Soil Cleanup

What Is Oil Remediation?

Oil remediation is the process of cleaning up soil and groundwater contaminated by heating oil. When an oil tank leaks — whether slowly over years or suddenly — the fuel seeps into surrounding soil and can reach groundwater. Massachusetts law under MGL Chapter 21E requires property owners to report and remediate contamination.

Our Remediation Process

• Initial Assessment: Visual inspection and initial soil sampling to evaluate contamination extent
• MassDEP Reporting: We assist with all required reporting to Massachusetts DEP
• Contaminated Soil Excavation: Impacted soil excavated and transported to licensed disposal facilities
• Environmental Testing: Post-excavation samples verify cleanup effectiveness
• Site Restoration: Backfill, grade, and restore to pre-contamination condition
• Compliance Documentation: Full documentation for MassDEP, your records, and real estate transactions

When Remediation Is Needed

• Active or recent oil tank leak discovered
• MassDEP has issued a notice or is investigating your property
• Underground tank removal revealed contaminated soil
• Oil smell or sheen in soil or groundwater
• Selling a home with a history of oil tank issues
• Lender or buyer requiring environmental clearance

Impact on Real Estate Transactions

If you're selling a Massachusetts home with a history of oil contamination, buyers, lenders, and title companies will ask questions. A properly documented remediation with MassDEP sign-off protects your sale price and prevents deals from falling through. We've helped dozens of homeowners get the documentation needed to close cleanly.