Oil Tank Removal in Watchtower, NY

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All Modes Debris Removal

Matamoras, PA

All Modes Debris Removal is a family-owned company that was founded in 2006 in New Jersey where we built an intermodal trucking company and later expanded into demolition and construction debris recovery. We now specialize in demolition and building deconstruction and... more

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James W. Nieke Excavating

Yulan, NY

Serving the Monticello, New York area, James W. Nieke Excavating works tirelessly to complete projects accurately, safely, and quickly. We have earned a reputation for our excavating and demolition expertise, integrity, and customer-driven services. Nobody knows... more

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Suburban Excavating

Otisville, NY

Suburban Excavating is a trusted resource for demolition services throughout the greater Middletown, NY area. We offer the most comprehensive services in the industry, like mobile home demolition, oil tank removal, pool removal, and more.  more

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Scott Excavating Inc

Verbank, NY

Scott Excavating is located in Verbank, New York and has been providing top-of-the-line demolition and excavating services to the community since 1990. We know what it takes to get jobs done on time, safely, and within budget, including oil tank removal. more

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Mannain Karl Excavators

Poughkeepsie, NY

Karl Mannain Excavators specializes in all types of digging, demolition, bulldozing, backhoes, water & sewer line work, and more. We are capable of completing all kinds of projects, both big and small. To learn more, give us a call, or request... more

Tank Removal Tips for Watchtower, NY

Tips for Removing Tanks

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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