Notes from the field
In-depth Eugene-area articles on cost, tank discovery, rental property compliance, and gas conversion. For the full overview, see our main oil tank guide.
5 articles for Eugene homeowners
Heating Oil to Heat Pump Conversion in Eugene: 2026 Homeowner Guide
Replacing a Eugene oil furnace with a heat pump in 2026: EWEB municipal utility incentives layered on Energy Trust of Oregon rebates, IRA 25C federal credit, ductless mini-split path for West University craftsman homes, UO rental considerations.
Eugene Oil Tank Removal Timeline: How Long It Really Takes (2026)
How long a Eugene oil tank decommissioning takes in 2026, why samples courier north to the lab, where the Significant Tree review can add time, and the UO rental window.
Oil Tank Leak in a Eugene Home or Rental: Act Fast (2026)
Found a heating oil leak in a Eugene home or rental? Immediate steps for owners and tenants, who to call, why McKenzie source water raises the urgency, and how HOTIP helps.
Eugene vs Springfield Oil Tank Decommissioning: What Differs (2026)
Same DEQ rules, different local process: how an oil tank decommissioning differs between Eugene, Springfield, and unincorporated Lane County in 2026.
Signs a Eugene Oil Tank Needs Replacing (2026)
The signs a heating oil tank is reaching the end of its life, age, corrosion, repeated repairs, an insurer notice, and what your replacement options are in Eugene.