Do I
a “Bunded” Tank?
Yes, bunded tanks are a legal requirement for all new domestic, commercial, and agriculture tank installations.
This means if you are due an upgrade or replacement, your new tank must be bunded to comply with local and national regulations.
The new requirement was put in place because Bunded Tanks offer more environmental protection than single-skins (tanks without a bund) and are by far the safest way to store fuel.
What Is a Bunded Tank?
Bunded tanks have an ‘outer-bund’, so they have two ‘skins’. A Bunded tank is essentially a tank within a tank. The oil is held in the inner tank or ‘skin’ and the outer-skin is a secondary tank that offers protection. This bund must be able to take the contents of the inner tank plus 10 % so in other words 110% of the tanks capacity in order to comply.
What Are The Benefits of Bunded Tanks?
Bunded tanks offer added protection against contamination, leakages, and oil replacement, making them the safest way to store fuel. If the inner-skin cracks, the bund will retain the fuel and it can be reused, preventing environmental damage to the surrounding area. This extra protection could save you from incurring a costly fine in the event of a leak.
You often get more guarantees and perks with a bunded tank, such as longer manufacturer warranties that can last up to 10 years, as long as installed by an OFTEC-accredited engineer.
Overall, they are a much safer and popular option for domestic heating oil users. Our tanks have 10 Year Manufacturers’ Guarantees and British Kitemark Approval for ultimate peace of mind
