Jose & Son Landscaping and Construction
Serving Mitchell County, NC, Jose and Son Demolition and Construction provides reliable oil tank removal with over 23 years of experience. Trust us to clear your... more
Tice Services LLC - Greenville SC
Tice Services understands that every project is as unique as the customer behind it. That's why we're here to listen, advise, and tailor our oil... more
Foothills Recycling & Demolition
Foothills Recycling & Demolition specializes in providing top-notch demolition, forestry mulching, and metal recycling services. Our crew works hard to exceed customer expectations and provide the... more
Proguard Dumpster Rental and Junk Removal
Proguard Dumpster Rental and Junk Removal takes pride in being part of the Western North Carolina community and we offer all customers a customized approach... more
Elite Dumpsters and Demo
Elite Dumpsters and Demo is the sister company of Action Building Services, a local remodeling company in Spartanburg, SC. We have more than 20 years of... more
SealCo Construction of SC LP
SealCo Construction of SC LP has more than 30 years of experience in the construction and demolition industry. We have completed projects of all shapes and... more
Ledford Grading LLC
At Ledford Grading LLC, we know how to handle small and simple projects as well as big and complex projects. From structures to interiors, our... more
E Luke Greene
Established in 1962, E. Luke Greene Company, Inc. has been providing demolition and environmental services for more than fifty years. Our area of operations covers the... more
Steverson's Hauling & Excavating Inc
Steverson's Hauling & Excavating Inc proudly specializes in hauling, excavating, and demolition services, among others. Serving the Asheville, NC area, we are a small locally owned... more
BnR Dirt & Demo
Start your next project with ease when you have our experts on your side. BnR Dirt & Demo provides dirt work, demolition, and septic tank installations... more
Grindstaff's Grading & Backhoe
Grindstaff's Grading & Backhoe is proud to offer a wide range of services, including oil tank removal. We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer satisfaction and... more
Mitch Contracting
Founded in 1918, we have been in business in North Carolina for more 100 years. We consider ourselves specialists in many areas and truly believe experience is... 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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