Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Q I have an unused underground fuel oil tank on my property. I have been told that real estate agents will not list a property for sale if it has an underground tank. Our house was heated with fuel ...

When fuel oil tanks are removed, the fill and vent pipes need to be removed or cut off and filled with concrete. If you find pipes sticking out of the ground or foundation wall like the ones shown ...

Photo: istockphoto.com The cost to remove a heating oil tank can vary based on a variety of factors, including the type of tank, tank capacity, local labor rates, and permit costs. Depending on the ...