05/31/2026
Key Placement Considerations on a Active SiteUnderground Tank Drops: Excavators dig a deep trench near the foundation to submerge 250- to 1000-gallon tanks, leaving only the protective green fill dome visible above the graded soil.Aboveground Staging: Standard 120-gallon or 500-gallon tanks are set on leveled concrete pads or blocks adjacent to the framed structure, requiring strategic placement away from future decks or porches. Safety Clearances: Strict National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) rules govern the placement. Tanks must remain designated distances away from building openings (windows/doors), external ignition sources (like central AC units), and property lines.Are you focusing on underground placement to keep the tank hidden, or aboveground tanks for easier site installation? If you share your building layout plans, we can map out the ideal placement. HL Fuel
HL Fuel Co. Inc.
P.O. Box 98
1232 Route 20
West Lebanon, NY 12195
Fuel Oil Delivery: 877-794-9066
Service: 518-794-9080
Fax: 518-794-8222