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 Athens Emergency Response Cleanup

In case of a domestic oil spill emergency in Athens, Ontario please call our 24 hour service line (613) 354-3553

Oil Spill Clean Up Athens

Home heating oil spills can occur due to leaking storage tanks, overfilling, or malfunctions in the heating system. Since these tanks are often located in basements, spills can lead to contamination of basement contents, the concrete foundation, and potentially the soil or groundwater beneath the structure. Specialized Onsite Services Inc. (SOS Inc.) is a certified company in Athens equipped to handle environmental cleanups. They thoroughly remove spilled oil, scrub all affected surfaces to eliminate residue, and ensure proper ventilation to reduce lingering odours. SOS Inc. meets the standards set by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, as well as the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA).

If you're facing an oil spill emergency in Athens, Specialized Onsite Services is your trusted, local partner. With years of experience serving residential and commercial properties across the Rideau Lakes region, we understand the unique environmental and infrastructure challenges in small Eastern Ontario communities like Athens. Whether it's a heating oil leak in a rural home or a fuel tank spill at a local business, we respond quickly and efficiently to protect your property and the environment.

Emergency Spill Response Athens

Fuel oil spills are typically associated with leaking underground fuel storage tanks. If buried storage tanks are left unattended, over time corrosion will occur eventually causing perforations or holes in the tank itself. Buried storage tanks can be found on both residential and commercial/industrial properties around Athens.

Leaky Underground Fuel Storage Tank Athens

Basic Steps in Responding to a Athens Oil Spill

Both Home heating oil and Fuel oil spills are typically governed by the Technical Safety Standards Authority (TSSA) as usually the loss is connected to a heating appliance or fuel dispensing operation of some kind. The TSSA will oversee and govern a loss within the property boundaries. If the spill reaches the groundwater table or if the spill migrates off site (or off the property) the TSSA will no longer govern the loss and authority will be handed over to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MOECP). After remediation of an oil spill in Athens is complete, a final technical report is required by the TSSA and/or the MOECP for site closure. The final report must be signed off by a qualified person (QP) such as an Environmental Engineer.

Step 1: Stop the spill.

Step 2: Contain and recover the spill.

Step 3: Collect the contaminated sorbent.

Step 4: Secure the waste.

Why You Should Use Us for Emergency Response Cleanup in Athens, ON

Here are a few reasons why Specialized Onsite Services Inc. is one of the best Emergency Response contractor to use for Domestic Oil Spills Cleanup in Athens, Ontario.

  • On time arrival
  • Available for Emergency Responses in Athens
  • Clear Communication
  • Effective Project Management
  • Well Trained People
  • Solid Equipment
  • WSIB Registered
  • TSSA — Certified Company Contractor in Athens
  • Certified Engineering company through the Professional Engineers of Ontario
  • Provided all technical reporting signed and stamped by a Qualified Person (QP) as required
  • Team Technicians are Professional, Polite and respectful
  • Liability insurance
  • Eco environmentally friendly process

Athens Oil Spill Response

Oil Spill Cleanup for Homes, Farms, and Cottages in Athens

Athens is known for its tight-knit community, historic homes, and rural properties — many of which still rely on oil heating systems. When leaks happen, it’s important to act fast. We specialize in:

  • Home heating oil spills
  • Fuel tank leaks in older buildings
  • Oil contamination in crawl spaces, basements, and wells
  • Spill containment on farmland and driveways

Our local team is familiar with Athens’ building structures, soil conditions, and local water sources, ensuring thorough cleanup and compliance with Ontario regulations.

Recent Projects in the Athens Area

We’ve helped property owners near Charleston Lake, Temperance Lake, and the Athens Fairgrounds with emergency spill cleanups, underground tank removals, and soil sampling and collection. Our goal is to restore your property quickly and with care.

If you're dealing with a spill or suspect an issue with your oil tank, don’t wait— contact us today at 613-354-3553, email us at info@soservices.ca, or fill out our contact form, professional help you can trust.

Environmental Enforcement Act

Emergency oil spills are normally the result of an accident, however under the Environmental Enforcement Act a person can be found at fault of negligence or willful pollution after an investigation of the spill and the following penalties may occur.

Penalties

  • 187. (1) Every individual convicted of an offence under section 186, other than an offence described in subsection (3), is liable,
    • (a) on a first conviction, for each day or part of a day on which the offence occurs or continues, to a fine of not more than $50,000; and
    • (b) on each subsequent conviction,
      • (i) for each day or part of a day on which the offence occurs or continues, to a fine of not more than $100,000,
      • (ii) to imprisonment for a term of not more than one year, or
      • (iii) to both such fine and imprisonment. 2005, c. 12, s. 1 (57).

Same: corporations

  • 187. (2) Every corporation convicted of an offence under section 186, other than an offence described in subsection (3), is liable,
    • (a) on a first conviction, for each day or part of a day on which the offence occurs or continues, to a fine of not more than $250,000; and
    • (b) on each subsequent conviction, for each day or part of a day on which the offence occurs or continues, to a fine of not more than $500,000. 2005, c. 12, s. 1 (57).

Client Testimonials

When our basement flooded we were fortunate that our insurance company used SOS. We found them to be professional, prompt extremely efficient polite and clean. Because of their work we asked if they would do our rebuild and remodelling of the now clean fresh smelling basement. Thankfully they agreed and their work was exemplary. They listened to our wants and gave us alternative ideas and carried out the work not just to our satisfaction but also to their own. There were times when they saw a problem that we didn’t and put it right. There were no shortcuts and we heard their work ethic of “if I wouldn’t be happy with it why should someone else”several times. We can not fault anything about this company or their workers, they were always on time, polite, clean and informative. If there was a problem or delay we were told before each incident, it was explained and new work date given. In short we can not find any fault no matter how minor with SOS. Not only would we recommend them if asked we have been extolling their work to friends, family and acquaintances.

— James and Val Stroh, Napanee, Ontario

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4.6      11 reviews


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Leianne Larocque
  June 24, 2025

Cam and his crew were exceptionally easy to work with. Our garage was in bad shape and we had planned on utilizing SOS and the team for months. They came and demolished our garage in such a professional manner. Cam came and worked hard all day because he didn't want to let any of his clients down. Even while the night prior there was a huge windstorm and he had to delegate all the various jobs that need prioritizing. The clean up was done effectively and the team works fast and they are a lot of fun as well. Last minute Ryan and I decided a deck would be a great addition. I literally just asked Cam and he said he would come back the following week and build us a beautiful deck where our old leaky garage once stood. The cost of his work is very reasonable. I cannot thank him and his team for all the hard work they did for us!! Lots of appreciation Leiann and Ryan

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Dan Shaw
  April 29, 2025

Five stars for prompt, reliable and reasonably price for the recent remediation work that was complted at our home. Kristin and her team at S.O.S. were absolutely fantastic to deal with. Thank you for a great experience. Dan Shaw

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Jeff Fletcher
  March 04, 2025

An exceptional company to deal with. I cant say enough good things about them.

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Georges TGV49
  March 12, 2024

When we found a large area mold in our attic and basement, we reached to SOS. During the work, they had found more hidden mold and means more work than expected. They returned our home next day and got this resolved properly and thoroughly. We are so satisfied and feel grateful to have SOS team to deal with it. We will strongly recommend SOS if someone encounter the similar situation and need professional help.

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Eco Demolition
  August 11, 2022

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