You count on your heating oil tank to get you through the colder months. However, most people don’t know much about their tank, and when debris and minerals build up inside, it creates a serious issue. For a faster fix and to avoid potential damage, the professionals at Monroe Oil Company in Rochester, NY, want to share a few tips on what to do. These options will get your heating oil tank up and running while ensuring it’s clean inside.

Flush Your Tank

The surest way to remove materials is to flush your tank. It’s advised to call a professional to handle this. When you flush the tank, you’ll have to sacrifice the existing oil, but the replacement price is far less than a heating oil tank replacement. Most debris should wash out with the oil. If any doesn’t, you’ll have easy access to remove it. For larger pieces that won’t fit, you’ll need to break them apart using tools or chemicals.

Scrub Your Tank

Sometimes, it’s not the debris that’s floating in the oil — instead, it’s building up on the walls of your tank. Calcium, alkali, and even rust can build up in the tank if impurities are allowed in or if low-quality oil is used. Over time, these can eat through the tank wall, requiring you to buy a new tank and creating a serious health risk. If you flush your tank or if it’s empty, look for any buildups on the walls. You can then use special chemicals to clean them from the surface and wash the tank out. It’s important to treat your tank regularly to keep minerals from building up, so speak with a maintenance professional.

The best way to keep debris and minerals out of your tank is to buy premium home heating oil. The professionals at Monroe Oil Company in Rochester pride themselves on providing only the best oil, and they will fulfill orders for all your residential needs. Call (585) 244-4080 today to speak with their staff or schedule a fuel delivery, and visit their website and Facebook to learn more about their services.