Oil Tank Removal in Cheshire, MA

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Ray Robert Excavation & Trucking

Pittsfield, MA

Ray Robert Excavation & Trucking serves Pittsfield, Massachusetts and surrounding areas. We work hard to assist residential clients in all their demolition, excavating, and trucking needs. Get your free oil tank removal estimate today. more

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TradeMark Demolition Services

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Hoosick Falls, NY

TradeMark Demolition Services specializes in oil tank removal and a wide range of other demolition services. We have the equipment and expertise to remove oil tanks quickly and safely. more

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Lafogg & Hathaway Construction Inc

Williamsburg, MA

We are proud to have served the Pioneer Valley for more than 25 years. Our services are wide-ranging and designed to meet residential and commercial customers' needs from excavating to oil tank removal, land clearing, site preparation, and more. more

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T&M Equipment

Springfield, MA

T&M Equipment is a leader in excavation and demolition in the area. We specialize in interior excavating, underpinning and solar field site work, but also have experience with so many other services as well. We pride ourselves on... more

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J Burniske Landscaping & Excavation LLC

5.0
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South Deerfield, MA

J Burniske Landscaping & Excavation LLC is a landscaping, demolition, excavation, dumpster rental, and junk removal company. We communicate everything with each and every customer and provide professional oil tank removal work. more

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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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