

Precise Tank Modifications, Inc.
Madison, PA
Your Underground Storage Tank Experts
At Precise Tank Modifications, we specialize in providing high-quality construction services specifically focused on removing, installing, and modifying underground storage tanks for gas stations. PTM, as a company, and several employees hold DEP certifications in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. We have over 30 years of experience and have the knowledge and equipment to effectively complete your ideal project.
Quality Petroleum Contractors

Our Commitment
Who We Are
Based in Madison, PA, PTM has been delivering dependable construction services for over 30 years. In 1995, owner Don Maughan founded Precise Tank Modifications, Inc. Based on the family owned and operated small business model, Don created his company culture in values of hard work, attention to detail, and dedication to the client and project all at a reasonable cost.
With Don's over 30 years of experience in fuel systems and the construction industry, company trained DEP certified technicians, and loyal employees, PTM has grown into a respectable contender in the petroleum world.
Our expertise lies in the removal, installation, and modification of underground storage tanks. Our motivated team ensures that every task is completed right and on time, every time, prioritizing safety and client satisfaction at every step.


Our team offers a range of specialized services focused on underground storage tanks, ensuring safety, precision and state specific compliance.
Services

Removal of USTs
Removing an underground storage tank requires precision, experience, and strict adherence to safety and environmental regulations. Our team specializes in complete UST removal from permitting and excavation to tank cleaning, extraction, and certified disposal. We handle every step with care to prevent contamination and ensure full compliance with state and federal guidelines. We provide efficient and complete tank removal services you can trust.
Installation of USTs
We provide professional installation services for new tanks, ensuring compliance with local and state regulations. We follow strict industry standards and regulatory requirements to guarantee your tank is installed safely, correctly, and built for long-term performance. Whether you’re building a new station or upgrading an existing system, we deliver dependable installations that you can count on for years to come.


Modification of USTs and Fuel Systems
When your fueling system needs upgrades or changes, our team provides safe and precise underground storage tank modifications. From adding or replacing piping, sumps, or components to upgrading leak detection and monitoring systems, we handle every modification with careful planning and expert execution. We work to ensure your tank continues to operate efficiently, reliably, and in full compliance. Whether you’re expanding capacity, modernizing equipment, or improving system performance, we deliver modifications that keep your operation running smoothly and safely.
Removal of USTs
During an UST removal, we typically take on much more than the tank removal itself. We disconnect all electrical wiring, purge product piping with nitrogen to empty out the lines, pump out existing fuel in tanks, demolish concrete pads and parking lots, remove and dispose of dispensers, dispenser islands, containment sumps, pumps, product piping, and vent piping. Then we get started on digging around the tanks to pull them out. Each tank is de-vapored and deemed inert, cut open, cleaned from the inside, and rendered unusable as a storage tank. We often take down and demo canopies during these jobs as well.

Excavating to remove an underground storage tank from the ground

Entering a used tank in full PPE to clean left over sludge and residue

Utilizing a 336 excavator to lower a steel beam from a canopy demo
Installation of Underground Storage Tanks
When installing USTs, we often utilize shoring systems to safely install tanks. Our team is proficient in installing tanks, making sure there is always adequate fall and little to no deflection prior to and after backfilling. We strap down the tanks using specific manufacturing guidelines and ballast tanks with potable water to prevent floating. After tanks are set, PTM starts to work on the tank top plumbing, set islands, and run product pipe and vent lines.

Installing shoring panels with a vibratory hammer attachment

Six underground storage tanks set and anchored down prior to backfill

Tank field after spill buckets and sumps were installed and conduit and product lines were run
Finishing Touches
After the underground work is completed, we grade the site and pour the tank pad concrete. We set the dispensers and pipe the product in, pump fuel into the new tanks, and assist in starting up the dispensers. In addition, our master electrician provides complete fuel system electric services. Attention to detail is our specialty, from the first measurement to the final walkthrough, we guarantee a reliable and precise installation every time. Our work proves itself in every job we do.

Inside view of a tank sump after all lines are run and concrete is poured

Inside of a dispenser after completing all wiring which is done by our master electrician

Completed construction of canopy and dispensers
Photo Gallery
Please take a look through our photo gallery at some recent projects we have completed and check back for more!


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