SOS Dumpster Rental
SOS Dumpster Rental specializes in safe, professional oil tank removal. Serving Akron and surrounding areas, we extract and dispose of old tanks properly, ensuring your... more
Sevan Construction & Development
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C. Smitty Construction
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Powerhouse Demolition & Landscaping
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Stone Cold Material
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Alfadel's Trucking LLC
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Scott’s Demo Services
Scott's Demo Services is locally-owned here in Akron, OH. Our success over the years has given us a great reputation throughout the area and has... more
C&J Junk Removal
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Don and Son Excavating
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Junk Gone Today
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Auburn Bainbridge Excavating
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C&J Contractors Inc
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Precision Excavation & Grading
Since 2004, Precision Excavation & Grading has proudly served Akron, Ohio and surrounding areas. We specialize in site work, excavation, and underground utility services. We happily serve... 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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