Storage Tank Painting in Ohio & US Wide
We are a tried and true industrial tank sandblasting and painting contractors. Servicing nationwide.
We are certified experts that specialize in restoring vertical (VSTs), horizontal (HSTs) and aboveground storage tanks (ASTs), including water towers painting, propane tanks or fuel and oil tanks coating, agricultural tank painting, wastewater tank restoration and many more. Besides painting the exterior, we can also provide Interior Tank Lining services.
Since our founding, restoring storage tanks has been our main focus. Through the years, we've spent thousands of hours working on tanks of all shapes and sizes honing and streamlining our service.
This resulted in a lean, highly efficient tank refurbishing process built around the philosophy of giving our clients the best quality product for their dollar, budget, and needs.
Our Work
Large-scale fuel tank painting — drone view
Our crew painting a large storage tank
Freshly coated storage tanks — aerial view
Tank painting in progress
Oil storage tank painting
Fuel storage tanks — finished
Vertical tank painting with boom lift
Agricultural silo painting project
Agricultural silo restoration
Indoor solvent tank painting
Tank blasting in progress
Agricultural tank — aerial view
Large-scale fuel tank painting — drone view
Our crew painting a large storage tank
Freshly coated storage tanks — aerial view
Tank painting in progress
Oil storage tank painting
Fuel storage tanks — finished
Vertical tank painting with boom lift
Agricultural silo painting project
Agricultural silo restoration
Indoor solvent tank painting
Tank blasting in progress
Agricultural tank — aerial view
Tank Painting Services
Fuel & Oil Tanks
Specialized painting services for propane, fuel, and oil tanks, ensuring durability and compliance with industry standards.
We coordinate scheduling to reduce disruption. Isolation, shutdowns and cure periods may be required. MPC personnel will confirm the operating restrictions and estimated duration for your project.
- We coordinate scheduling to reduce disruption. Isolation, shutdowns and cure periods may be required. MPC personnel will confirm the operating restrictions and estimated duration for your project.
- Wet abrasive blasting available for active fuel sites where staying operational is critical
- Recycled crushed-glass options selected for the project
- Coating systems tailored to fuel storage compliance requirements
- We coordinate scheduling to reduce disruption. Isolation, shutdowns and cure periods may be required. MPC personnel will confirm the operating restrictions and estimated duration for your project.
- Project-specific warranty availability confirmed in written terms
Fuel & Oil Tanks
Specialized painting services for propane, fuel, and oil tanks, ensuring durability and compliance with industry standards.
We coordinate scheduling to reduce disruption. Isolation, shutdowns and cure periods may be required. MPC personnel will confirm the operating restrictions and estimated duration for your project.
- We coordinate scheduling to reduce disruption. Isolation, shutdowns and cure periods may be required. MPC personnel will confirm the operating restrictions and estimated duration for your project.
- Wet abrasive blasting available for active fuel sites where staying operational is critical
- Recycled crushed-glass options selected for the project
- Coating systems tailored to fuel storage compliance requirements
- We coordinate scheduling to reduce disruption. Isolation, shutdowns and cure periods may be required. MPC personnel will confirm the operating restrictions and estimated duration for your project.
- Project-specific warranty availability confirmed in written terms
- Propane tanks
- Petroleum storage
- LPG tanks
- Fuel depots
Ground Storage Tanks
Ground storage tank painting services provide protection and aesthetic appeal for various storage needs.
Coating selection accounts for exposure, preparation and maintenance requirements. DFT measures dry coating thickness; surface cleanliness and profile are assessed separately. Holiday testing detects discontinuities, not adhesion. Its method and voltage must suit the substrate, system and thickness.
- Environmental analysis ensures coatings are tailored to your region and climate
- DFT measures dry coating thickness; surface cleanliness and profile are assessed separately.
- Holiday testing for coating discontinuities, not adhesion
- Custom coating systems based on tank type, region, and budget
- Expert handling of vertical, horizontal, and aboveground storage tanks
- Project-specific warranty availability confirmed in written terms
- Vertical storage tanks (VSTs)
- Horizontal storage tanks (HSTs)
- Aboveground storage tanks (ASTs)
- Agricultural tanks
Water Towers & Tanks
Expert painting services for water towers, utilizing quality materials to withstand environmental conditions.
Our eco-friendly abrasive options include recycled crushed-glass media, selected where appropriate for the surface and project. Dust controls, containment, debris collection and disposal are planned for the materials being removed. Garnet is another abrasive option selected for the substrate and specification. Crystalline-silica content must be assessed using the selected media’s SDS.
- Accident-free safety record throughout our entire business history
- Interior tank lining services for potable water compliance
- Specialized coatings for constant moisture and UV exposure
- Municipal water tower painting with community-visible quality finishes
- Wastewater tank coatings with chemical resistance
- SSPC-certified surface preparation for maximum coating adhesion
- Municipal water towers
- Water storage tanks
- Wastewater tanks
- Interior tank linings
Our Tank Painting Process
Assess The Condition
We identify the previous substrate & assess the current coating condition, comparing to SSPC Pictorial Surface Standards to determine the best course of action.
We identify the previous substrate & assess the current coating condition, comparing to SSPC Pictorial Surface Standards to determine the best course of action.
We start with SSPC SP 1 solvent cleaning, removing all dirt, grime, oils, mildew, and contaminants. Then blast to spec and test for cleanliness.
We check conditions like humidity, moisture, temperature, and dew point. Then apply the right coating system based on your tank type, region, and budget.
DFT measures dry coating thickness; surface cleanliness and profile are assessed separately. After appropriate cure, holiday testing detects coating discontinuities, not adhesion. Select the method and voltage for the substrate, system and thickness.
The MPC Difference
Why Choose Markley's Precision
Nationwide Tank Painting
Based in Ohio with services extending across the entire United States.
Over 5000 Tanks Restored
Decades of experience restoring tanks of all shapes and sizes.
Preferred Contractor
Trusted partner for major industrial companies nationwide.
Accident Free Safety Record
No major recorded accidents for as long as we've been in business.
Project-Specific Warranty Options
Warranty periods shown are rough estimates only. All warranty availability, duration, coverage and exclusions are project specific and must be confirmed with MPC personnel in the written project terms. Estimated coating life is separate from warranty coverage.
Coordinated Scheduling
We coordinate scheduling to reduce disruption. Isolation, shutdowns and cure periods may be required. MPC personnel will confirm the operating restrictions and estimated duration for your project.
Eco-Friendly Abrasive Options
Our eco-friendly abrasive options include recycled crushed-glass media, selected where appropriate for the surface and project. Dust controls, containment, debris collection and disposal are planned for the materials being removed.
Anywhere In The USA
Our team is equipped to travel to your location and complete projects on-site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Inspection condition, exposure, preparation, system and maintenance determine recoating needs. Any existing 20-year guidance is a rough estimate only, not a guarantee or warranty. MPC personnel must assess your project.
We start by identifying all Jobsite Hazards through JSA Forms. We assess hazards for each task including confined space entry, lockout/tagout, rescue plans, fall protection, PPE checks, respirator fit tests, and equipment safety checks. We also consult with plant staff on fire safety protocol and Emergency Action Plans.
Absolutely! Painting provides a protective barrier against corrosion-causing elements: water, salts, chlorides, and oxygen. Proper surface preparation, along with using the right type of coating for your application, is crucial for effective corrosion protection and extending the service life of your tank.
Existing ranges from 1 to 50 years are rough coating-life estimates only, dependent on the system, preparation, exposure and maintenance. They are not a quality ranking, a structural-life guarantee or warranty coverage. MPC personnel must confirm project-specific expectations.
Yes: Choose low-VOC paints to reduce air pollution, ensure proper disposal of paint waste and solvents, consider local weather for optimal painting times, select coatings suited for specific conditions (UV-resistant in sunny areas), and test existing coatings for lead-based paint.
Darker colors absorb more heat, increasing internal temperature. Lighter colors (white, light gray, beige) reflect more sunlight, keeping the tank cooler. This matters for temperature-sensitive contents and extreme climates. Solar reflectance depends on the selected coating and its measured properties; gloss does not establish solar reflectance or guarantee temperature control.
Use coating-compatible cleaning methods and cleaners within the manufacturer’s limits. Inspect for damage and corrosion and arrange appropriate repairs. Cleaning pressure and chemistry must suit the coating and substrate.
Coating and maintenance can help control corrosion, but they do not guarantee indefinite tank life or restore pressure-vessel integrity. Structural condition and repairs require separate assessment.
Common types include: Epoxy coatings (chemical resistance, durability), Polyurethane coatings (weathering, UV stability), Zinc-rich primers (corrosion protection), Alkyd coatings (moisture resistance), Acrylic coatings (weather resistance, low VOC), Vinyl ester coatings (chemical resistance), and High-temperature coatings for hot environments.
What Our Clients Say
“Markley Precision Company was easy to work with and the quality of their work is second to none. I have used them on three separate projects and have been very pleased with the quality of work each time. No job seems to be too big or too small. I have used them to blast and paint a 30,000 gallon propane tank, and to blast and paint our vertical bulk storage vessels for nitrogen, oxygen, and argon. They've even done work for me on the Lake Erie Islands, as well, which presented logistical challenges, but MPC didn't miss a beat. I would recommend MPC 100 out of 100 times.”
Matt Drennen
“Very happy with the work completed so far with MPC. Last year, I had them paint 5 of our 30,000 gallon bullet tanks. The work was completed quickly and professionally. With a years worth of age on them now, they still look as good as new! I was so pleased with their work on the tanks, I hired them to complete an even larger, more complex project blasting and recoating a natural gas processing mechanical refrigeration unit. Even when some concerns came up, they quickly remediated the situation. Extremely happy with the work they've performed!”
Paul Teeters
“MPC Sandblasting and Painting have serviced various locations for us. They have ensured a positive experience from start to finish. The staff is very helpful and quick with responses as well as their services. Their work is just as great! We look forward to many more opportunities to work with this team.”
Lindsey Bennett
“MPC Sandblasting has performed admirably in providing blasting services to US Screen in support of our operations. Their approach is very professional and their pricing is good for the quality of the work performed.”
Doug Dickason
“MPC is a fantastic company to work with. They are really fast with getting information as needed and do great work.”
Danny Keith
“MPC painted our 6 bulk storage tanks and did a great job!”
James Deiter
Ready to Get Started?
Contact us today for a free quote on your project. Our team of experts is ready to help with all your industrial painting and sandblasting needs.
See Our Work in Action
Watch our team restore industrial storage tanks — from surface prep to final coating.