Tripodi Contracting
For over 35 years, Tripodi Contracting has been providing expert demolition and renovation services to our residential and commercial clients throughout the Rochester, NY area. We... more
Piedmont Equipment Inc
Piedmont Equipment Inc is a full-service heavy equipment contractor with more than 35 years of experience under our belt. We specialize in the safe, efficient removal... more
Stoep Farms Gravel
Located in Lyons, NY, Stoep Farms Gravel and Excavating serves residential and commercial customers in surrounding areas. We specialize in demolition, excavation, delivery of gravel,... more
B & P General Contracting Co
Located in Campbell, NY, B&P General Contracting Co offers a full list of demolition and removal services for businesses and homeowners. Whether you... more
Envirosafe Inspections & Consulting
Envirosafe Inspections & Consulting is based in Honeoye, New York and serves Rochester and surrounding communities. We can remove oil tanks, inspect homes, remove mold, and... more
Sessler Environmental Services
SES is an industry leader in decontamination, decommissioning, and demolition services to public and private entities. We are recognized for delivering safe, high quality, and... 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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