Lee Demolition, Co.
At Lee Demolition, Co., we believe that quality comes before anything else. Every oil tank we remove and structure we bring down is handled with... more
M&T Demolition and Construction LLC
M&T Demolition and Construction is a family business that specializes in selective demolition, total wrecking, and junk removal throughout central Ohio. We are a... more
Commercial Waste Removal LLC
At Commercial Waste Removal LLC, our team goes above and beyond to ensure that projects are completed within budget and on schedule. Our experienced and... more
Neylon Excavating LLC
Neylon Excavation, LLC specializes in residential and commercial demolition services, as well as underground electrical excavation, light pole bases, and more. As a family owned... more
L&L Removal Services
L&L Removal Services provides high-quality, reliable, affordable demolition services in Wilmington, OH and the surrounding areas. There is no project too big or small... more
F&S Demolition LLC
If you are considering having an oil tank removed, FS Demolition can assist you with that! FS Demolition is an industry leading demolition and excavation... 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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