One Call for AST and Process Tank Cleaning
Our AST cleaning crews also handle process tanks, frac tanks, and vessel cleaning. Visit our tank cleaning services page for the full scope of our tank work.
CTI Response cleans aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) for refineries, terminals, pipeline facilities, and tank farms across Texas. Our crews handle everything from routine bottoms removal to full tank degassing and confined space entry cleaning, working around your schedule to keep downtime to a minimum.
AST Cleaning Services We Provide
Tank Degassing & Vapor Freeing
Removal of hydrocarbon vapors and inerting of tank atmospheres to make ASTs safe for entry, hot work, inspection, or repair.
Sludge & Bottoms Removal
Removal of accumulated sludge, sediment, and tank bottoms using vacuum trucks and manual cleaning methods. See our vacuum truck services for more detail.
Confined Space Entry Cleaning
Interior tank cleaning performed in accordance with OSHA CFR 29.1910 confined space entry procedures.
Inspection & Repair Prep
Tanks cleaned and prepped to support out-of-service inspections and coating, welding, or repair work.
Waste Characterization & Disposal Coordination
Sampling, characterization, and coordinated transport of tank cleaning waste and residuals, working with your facility on proper handling and disposal.
Why Texas Facilities Choose CTI Response
- Serving Texas facilities since 2010
- Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Statewide dispatch, including Houston, Corpus Christi, Victoria, Bryan, Hearne, Midland, and Odessa
- Crews trained for confined space entry in accordance with OSHA CFR 29.1910
- Experience across oil and gas, marine, and manufacturing sites
Frequently Asked Questions
What does aboveground storage tank cleaning involve?
It typically includes degassing, sludge and bottoms removal, confined space entry cleaning, and prepping the tank for inspection, coating, or repair work.
Do you handle tank degassing and vapor freeing?
Yes, we degas and vapor-free tanks to make them safe for entry, hot work, and inspection.
Can you clean tanks that require confined space entry?
Yes, our crews perform confined space entry cleaning in accordance with OSHA CFR 29.1910. See our tank cleaning services page for more detail.
What areas of Texas do you serve?
We dispatch statewide from our service areas, including Houston, Corpus Christi, Victoria, Bryan, Hearne, Midland, and Odessa. Call to confirm coverage for your location.
Have an AST cleaning project coming up? Call 832-521-5201 to talk through your site and schedule.