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Foam type sealer for underground tank

Foam type sealer for underground tank

Foam type sealer for underground tank

(OP)
Are there any sealers that can flow like foam and seal leaks in an underground tank?  Some think very similar to stop leak product used in radiators and such.  Would very much appreciate it if some one can point a product or a site.
Thanks
-RKC

RE: Foam type sealer for underground tank

I would say that if you have a tank leaking and you know about it.  Then it would be highly advisable to get it out of the ground immediately, especially if it is holding petroleum based product.  I am not aware of any type of sealant that would be approved to perform this type of "leak stoppage".  The Steel Tank Institute (STI) that governs most in ground tank storage would be your best bet.

But my general thoughts are that is this tank is located in the United States and you think, or know it is leaking, removing of the tank is the only option.

RE: Foam type sealer for underground tank

(OP)
Definitely.  If this I have a leaking tank, I would make sure that either the leak is fixed or it is repaired.  

However, my question still stands.  Is any one aware of a product that is similar to a sealer such as stopleak?.

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