Oil Tank Removal in Bethany, PA

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Suntech Enterprise Inc

Lake Ariel, PA

At Suntech Enterprise, our years of experience and training have prepared us for projects of all shapes, sizes, and complexities. We have performed a wide variety of jobs over the years, including oil tank removal. more

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Urash Enterprises Inc

Moosic, PA

Urash Enterprises Inc offers comprehensive demolition services to the greater Moosic, Pennsylvania area. Our goal is to achieve superior results for our clients through meticulous workmanship, performing oil tank removal, mobile home demolition, and more. 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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