Does your heating oil tank need replacing? Whether your existing tank is ageing, showing signs of wear or no longer suits your property, it helps to have someone assess the whole installation before you choose a replacement.
At Hendy-Hines, we’re a family-run oil tank specialist based in Wiveliscombe. We supply and install replacement heating oil tanks across Somerset and Devon, helping homeowners with everything from choosing a suitable tank to base preparation and removal of the old one.
Unsure whether your oil tank needs replacing?
You don’t need to know exactly what’s wrong before contacting us. Perhaps your heating engineer has raised a concern, you’ve noticed a change in the tank’s condition, or you’ve moved into a property and aren’t sure how old it is.
Tell us what you’ve noticed and send a few photographs. We can discuss the next step and arrange a site visit where needed.
Planning a replacement also gives you the opportunity to review the tank’s size, position, base and access.
What does an oil tank replacement involve?
Every property is different, so we assess what your installation needs before quoting. Depending on the job, this can include:
Supplying and fitting a suitable replacement oil tank.
Removing and disposing of the existing tank.
Preparing a new base or assessing the existing one.
Checking the tank’s position and access.
Replacing oil pipework, filters or fittings where needed.
Installing an oil level gauge.
If there’s heating oil left in your old tank, let us know. We’ll discuss whether it is suitable to transfer and how any remaining residue will be handled.
Your quotation will explain what is included, so you can understand the cost of the complete job.
Choosing the right replacement tank
The best tank for your property depends on more than its capacity. Available space, access, heating oil use and the proposed location all help determine a suitable option.
Our recent installations show how requirements vary from one home to another.
In Williton, Somerset, we replaced an existing tank with a compact 1,000-litre Hendy-Hines Trade Tank on a suitable concrete base.
In Wellington, Somerset, we installed a 2,000-litre Harlequin bunded tank with a new concrete base. The project involved assessing a difficult-to-reach location and preparing a suitable position within the garden.
At a cottage in Crediton, Devon, we supplied and installed a 1,000-litre Hendy-Hines Trade Tank with a Magnus electronic oil level gauge.
You can see photographs and details of these projects on our Latest Work page.
Can a new oil tank go in the same place?
Sometimes, but the existing location and base need to be assessed first. A replacement is an opportunity to check that the position is suitable for the new tank and the requirements of the installation.
If your tank is beside an outbuilding, close to a fence or behind the house, send us photographs showing the surrounding area as well as the tank itself.
Awkward access doesn’t automatically mean we can’t help. It simply means the job needs careful planning.
How much does oil tank replacement cost?
The cost depends on the tank you choose and the work needed at your property. Access, base construction, pipework, removal of the existing tank and any oil remaining inside can all affect the quotation.
When comparing prices, check whether you’re looking at the tank-only price or a complete installation price, and whether VAT is included.
We’re happy to talk through the options and provide a quotation for the work you need.
Local oil tank installers serving Somerset and Devon
Based in Wiveliscombe, Hendy-Hines carries out oil tank installations and replacements across Somerset and Devon. Our recent work includes properties in Taunton, Wellington, Williton, Over Stowey, Tiverton and Crediton.
If you’re searching for an oil tank installer near you, send us your postcode and a few details about the job. We’ll confirm whether we cover your location and explain how we can help.
Request an oil tank replacement quote
To get started, send us your postcode, photographs of your existing tank and the access to it, and any concerns you have. If you know the tank’s capacity or approximately how much oil is left inside, include that too.
Call 01984 623424
Email info@hendyhines.co.uk
Hendy-Hines — family-run oil tank specialists, based in Wiveliscombe and serving Somerset and Devon.