Oil Tank Removal in East Worcester, NY

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D3 Outdoors LLC

Bloomville, NY

D3 Outdoors LLC is a small, locally-owned, customer oriented business that prides itself on communication and quick response times. Our crew operates with a fleet of cutting-edge equipment that allows us to perform oil tank removal safely and accurately. Learn... more

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Capital District Property Services LLC

Schoharie, NY

At Capital District Property Services LLC, we pride ourselves on our reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. Our experienced and dynamic team, paired with our fleet of heavy equipment, is able to accomplish a variety of demolition jobs, including... more

Tank Removal Tips for East Worcester, NY

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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