There are many reasons you may want to rent an oil tank for your home. Maybe you want to be less affected by the inflated fuel prices by the energy companies. You might even be in need of some alternative source of fuel for your home. Whichever reason you may want to hire an oil tank, investing in the right type of tank will definitely be imperative. This might be a problem if you have never hired one before. For this reason, to ensure you are getting the most suitable tank for your needs, here are some tips you may want to consider.

Choosing Between Indoor and Outdoor Oil Tanks

This is a dilemma you may have to deal with when renting an oil tank for your home. Outdoor oil tanks are ideal if you have less indoor space to store it. If you are also concerned about proximity to combustion appliances, you should go for the outdoor oil tanks. However, you can benefit more with an indoor oil tank than its outdoor counterpart. First, outdoor oil tanks are susceptible to condensation issues inside the tank, especially because of the outdoor day and night temperature variations. Condensation inside the tanks can result in servicing issues, particularly in the cold months. Sometimes the condensation lays ground for the development of internal corrosion.

In addition, outdoor oil tanks are open to accidental damage as well as vandalism. However, while you may avoid all these with an indoor oil tank, there are a few conditions you must follow to ensure the tank gives you the most value. For instance, if you want the tank installed in your garage, you will have to protect in from your motor vehicles. A drip tray below the tank and oil line filters and fittings is also recommended to contain any potential oil spills.

The Oil Tank Material Matters

After you make your choice between an outdoor and indoor tank, you need to evaluate the material. Plastic and galvanised steel are the major oil tank materials you will come across. Galvanised steel is usually suitable if your concerns are durability (especially for outdoor tanks) and weight. Plastic oil tanks are ideal because they offer flexibility in design. They are also corrosion-resistant so you shouldn't worry about any preventive measures. However, they may not be the best for outdoor use.

Oil tanks come in both single- and double-skinned models. If you choose the latter, make sure they have protective layers to prevent oil leakages. On the other hand, for single-skinned, choose one that is protected by bunds. This helps minimise oil spillages.