Concrete
Concrete foundation
A properly prepared concrete base provides continuous, level and non-combustible support for the approved tank location.
Often worth considering for: Most permanent domestic and commercial oil tanks
Specialist base installation
Heating Oil Tank Bases
An oil tank base must be level, imperforate, non-combustible and capable of supporting the tank at its full weight.
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What the foundation needs to do
A domestic oil tank can weigh several tonnes when full. Its base needs uniform support and must extend as required beyond the vessel, rather than resting on sleepers or a patchwork of slabs.
We install the agreed concrete or paving construction ready for the OFTEC-competent tank installer, who remains responsible for siting, fire separation, pipework and commissioning.
Options, assessed properly
Suitable foundation methods
The methods below are possibilities to assess—not interchangeable specifications. We match the foundation to the product, loads, support points, ground and access.
Paving slabs
Paving-slab base
Suitable paving slabs may form a compliant base when laid continuously on a sound prepared sub-base to the required extent.
Often worth considering for: Selected domestic tanks where the competent installer approves the detail
A written price for the approved detail
Specialist foundations are quoted from the actual product, support plan and site information. No VAT is added to the guide prices shown.
Before installation
Dimensions, approvals and responsibilities
The tank installer should confirm base dimensions from the vessel size and current guidance; the supporting surface commonly needs to project beyond the tank sides.
We do not relocate or disconnect an existing oil tank. Emptying, pipework and commissioning require the appropriate specialist.
JustBases quotes the agreed foundation and groundwork. Product installation, specialist connections, commissioning and third-party design remain outside our scope unless the written quotation expressly includes them.
A simple route forward
From first call to ready base
- 1
Talk through the plan
Tell us about the heating oil tank, approximate size and site. We will identify any useful supplier information.
- 2
Agree the foundation
We assess access, levels, support requirements and ground, then provide a clear written quotation.
- 3
Install and hand over
Our team installs the agreed base and leaves it ready for the approved building or equipment installer.
Genuine customer feedback
Reviews of our foundation work
"I couldn't recommend Craig highly enough! Communication prior to the job was outstanding even considering our ever changing goal posts. Craig and his team turned up exactly at the agreed time, were well presented, friendly and professional. The cleanliness, attention to detail and quality of the job was outstanding."
"Good standard of workmanship. Friendly and efficient. Prompt response for estimate and fitted into our timescale. Will be using the firm in future and thoroughly recommend them."
"Craig and his team were very professional throughout the job. They worked tirelessly and extremely hard. The job involved digging up a thick reinforced concrete base. Then creating a whole new base with precision engineering in preparation to accept a new building on top. The result was an excellent job all round."
Easy to start, free to ask
Tell us about your heating oil tank
You do not need drawings or a finished specification before getting in touch. Send what you have and Craig will explain the useful next step.
Helpful details, if available
- Tank make, capacity and dimensions
- Installer-approved location
- Required base projection
- Bund or fire-barrier details
- Existing tank removal plan
Talk to Craig
Craig will listen to what you are planning and help establish the foundation information that matters.
Online quote requests are normally answered within 24 hours, excluding weekends.
Request your free quote
Just give us your contact details and a short description of what you want to build. We will guide you through the rest.
Your enquiry
Heating Oil Tank Bases installation
Straight answers
Heating Oil Tank Bases FAQs
Timber is not the normal non-combustible permanent base. Follow the competent tank installer's specification, usually concrete or suitable paving.
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