Heating & plumbing specialists across Bristol and the South West
Urgent heating or plumbing problem? 0117 990 2735
Heating & plumbing specialists across Bristol and the South West
Urgent heating or plumbing problem? 0117 990 2735
OFTEC registered engineers supplying and installing brand new oil tanks for homes and businesses throughout Bristol and the South West, fully compliant with current regulations.
Tell us about your property and your current tank, and we’ll get back to you to arrange a site survey.
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Oil tank installation, Bristol
We provide professional oil tank installation for homes and businesses, making sure your heating system is safe, efficient and fully compliant with current regulations. Whether you’re replacing an old tank or installing a brand new system, our experienced team delivers a smooth, reliable service from start to finish.
Installing an oil tank needs careful planning, correct positioning and full compliance with environmental and safety standards. We handle every part of the job, including the site assessment, tank selection and secure fitting, so you can have complete peace of mind.
Every domestic oil tank installation is carried out in line with current regulations, covering the tank’s position, fire safety distances and environmental protection. We work efficiently, with minimal disruption, and leave your property clean and your new system ready to use. We also look after the boiler itself, with oil boiler installations and oil boiler servicing.
[VERIFY WITH AMW — (1) free site survey, commercial (business) tank work and “relevant paperwork and certification on completion” are carried over from the live page; no tank brands or capacities named. (2) Regs copy: the 1.8 m / 760 mm distances are from the live FAQ (Part J guidance, non-fire-rated); bunding criteria, permitted development and Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) wording kept general — confirm AMW is happy with it]
Time for a new tank?
An old or damaged oil tank can leak, contaminating the ground and water and wasting the oil you’ve paid for. If you notice any of these, it’s worth getting your tank looked at.
Visible rust on a steel tank, or its base and supports, is a sign it’s weakening and could start to leak.
Damage to the outer shell of a plastic tank, including cracks, splits, bulges or whitening, means it’s time for a replacement.
A smell of oil around the tank, stained ground or dead plants nearby can point to a leak from the tank or its pipework.
Tanks don’t last forever. A tank that’s around 20 years old or more is worth inspecting, even if it looks sound.
If an engineer has flagged your tank during a service or inspection, don’t wait for a leak before replacing it.
Water getting into the tank can cause sludge, blockages and winter breakdowns, and may mean the tank or its lid is failing.
Not sure? Give us a call and we’re happy to come and take a look. Read more about oil tank installation and the benefits of a new oil tank.
Oil leak
Oil leaks can pollute the ground, drains and watercourses, and a spill can be costly to clean up. If you think your tank or its pipework is leaking, act quickly to contain it, then call us to assess the tank and arrange a replacement if it’s needed.
[VERIFY SAFETY COPY WITH AMW — the oil-leak steps and Environment Agency hotline are new copy (not on the live page); copy makes no emergency response-time promise]
Oil reaching a drain, ditch or watercourse? Call the Environment Agency incident hotline on 0800 80 70 60. If you smell fumes indoors or your carbon monoxide alarm sounds, get everyone outside.
Our oil tank service includes
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We assess your property to find the best location for your tank, talk you through the options and recommend the most suitable tank.
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If you’re replacing a tank, we handle the full removal, including draining any remaining oil where required, and dispose of it responsibly.
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We fit your new bunded or single-skin tank correctly and securely on a suitable base, and connect the oil supply to your boiler.
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We check the supply and fittings for leaks, make sure your boiler runs properly and leave you with the paperwork for your records.
Why upgrade your oil tank?
Upgrading to a modern tank improves safety, reduces the risk of contamination and helps your heating system run efficiently. New tanks are also more durable and designed to meet stricter regulations, helping you avoid costly issues in the future.
All our oil tank installations are carried out by OFTEC registered engineers, so the work meets the required safety and quality standards.
We position every tank to meet Building Regulations Part J, including fire separation distances and protection for nearby drains and watercourses.
Bunded tanks, with a built-in second skin to catch leaks, are often required depending on capacity and location. We’ll tell you what yours needs.
As oil boiler engineers too, we make sure your new tank, oil line and boiler all work together properly.
Every oil boiler service includes a dip test of the tank and oil line, checking for water and impurities that can cause breakdowns.
Qualified. Accredited. Accountable.
Gas work must only be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer, and oil systems by an OFTEC registered technician. Our accreditations mean the work in your home is done to recognised standards, properly certified and registered where it needs to be.
Up to 12-year boiler guarantees available on selected Worcester Bosch models and installations. Terms apply.
Our engineers are registered to work safely and legally on gas appliances.
Gas Safe registration no. 576406
Qualified to install, commission and service oil-fired boilers and tanks.
OFTEC registration no. C501845
Trained on Worcester Bosch boilers, with extended guarantees on selected models.
Registered to design and install Nu-Heat underfloor heating systems.
Qualified to install and service unvented hot water cylinders.
Questions
Can’t see your question about oil tank installations here? Call the team on 0117 990 2735 or drop us a message.
In most cases, a standard oil tank installation can be completed within a day. If there’s an existing tank to remove or the site needs preparing, such as a new base, it may take slightly longer. We’ll give you a clear timeframe when we carry out your free site survey.
In most cases, domestic oil tanks are covered by permitted development rights and don’t need planning permission, as long as the tank meets certain size and positioning requirements. Listed buildings and some protected areas can be different. We’ll advise you on this during your site survey.
Under Building Regulations Part J guidance, a tank should generally be at least 1.8 metres from any part of a building that isn’t fire-rated, including doors and windows, and at least 760mm from a boundary that isn’t fire-rated. Where that isn’t possible, a fire-rated barrier can sometimes be used. Our team makes sure every installation complies.
Often, yes. A bunded tank has a second outer skin that holds any oil if the inner tank leaks. Whether one is required depends on things like the tank’s capacity and its location, for example how close it is to a drain, watercourse or borehole. Larger and commercial tanks are also covered by the Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) Regulations. We’ll assess this on your survey.
Yes. All of our oil tank installations are carried out by OFTEC registered engineers, meaning the work meets the required safety and quality standards. You’ll also receive the relevant paperwork and certification on completion, which is worth keeping for your home insurance and if you sell the property.
If you’re replacing an existing tank, we handle the full removal, including draining any remaining oil where required. Old tanks are disposed of responsibly in line with environmental guidelines, so you don’t have to worry about a thing.
We check your tank and dip test it and the oil line for water every time we carry out an oil boiler service. If we spot rust, damage or a failing tank, we’ll explain your options, including a replacement.
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Areas we cover
From our base in Patchway, we install oil tanks across Bristol, Bath, Clevedon, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Yate and Corsham, including the rural villages where oil heating is common.
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Surrounding towns and villages
Get in touch with the AMW Heating team to find out more about our oil tank installations, or to book your free site survey.
