Oil Tank Removal in Portland, ME

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The Dump Guy

Scarborough, ME
  • Above Ground Pools
  • Concrete & Asphalt
  • Decks & Fences
  • Small Structures
  • Great customer service
  • Since 2002

Serving Southern and Central Maine, The Dump Guy has been providing reliable dumpster and demolition services since 2002. Today, our expansive fleet enables us to complete oil tank removal, mobile home demolition, pool removal, and more. more

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Southern Maine Roll-Off Dumpster Rentals

Steep Falls, ME

At Southern Maine Roll-Off, we exemplify and promote friendly, reliable, and on-time service with fair competitive pricing. We will meet or exceed your expectations when it comes to both commercial and residential demolition services. more

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Almighty Waste

Auburn, ME

At Almighty Waste, w? have a fleet of full? l??d?d ?nd w?ll-m??nt??n?d ?qu??m?nt, including a high reach ?x??v?t?r. We m??t and exceed all industry ?t?nd?rd? every... more

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The Waterboro Trash Guy

Waterboro, ME

The Waterboro Trash Guy is a Veteran owned business proudly serving customers in Southern Maine and New Hampshire. When you hire us for oil tank removal, you can rely on our team to inspect your structure thoroughly, demolish your structure... more

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Leighton Excavation Co

Waterboro, ME

Leighton Excavation Co offers high-quality work for a fair price to the Waterboro community and beyond. We have the experience needed to complete all types of residential demolition and excavation projects. We are committed to achieving superior results... more

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Edwards Concrete and Excavation

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Effingham, NH

Edwards Concrete and Excavation serves residential and commercial customers in New Hampshire and the Portland, ME area.  For over a decade, the team at Edwards Concrete and Excavation has worked hard to provide dependable, efficient, and competitively priced demolition... more

Tank Removal Tips for Portland, ME

Tips for Removing Tanks

What is the history of oil tanks?

  • 1859 — Oil is discovered and stored in wooden barrels.
  • Late 1800s — The first steel storage tanks are produced to keep valuable oil safe.
  • 1922 — First standards for steel storage tank safety are developed.
  • 1930s — Underground storage tanks are now the preferred storage method, opposed to the previously preferred above ground storage tanks.
  • 1960s — Tank owners grow more frustrated and more concerned with oil loss due to tank corrosion.
  • 1970s — Concerns begin to spread regarding the environmental impact of oil tank leaks.
  • 1988 — The EPA sets a deadline for upgrading underground tank systems, putting new tank regulations into place.
  • 1990s — Many begin closing and removing their tanks due to the widely known environmental and health risks.

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