Oil Tank Removal in Paxville, SC

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Affordable Hauling & Property Maintenance, LLC

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Summerville, SC

Affordable Hauling & Property Maintenance, LLC was founded in 1993 and 30 years later has evolved into a one-stop shop for all types of truck related and property management services under one roof, including commercial and residential demolition. Our locally-owned and operated company... more

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Hawthorne Construction Co

Sumter, SC

Hawthorne Construction Co. employs experienced contractors to remove oil tanks of all sizes and styles. Our industry professionals utilize top-tier equipment to perform safe, clean, and accurate oil tank removal services. more

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Tice Services LLC

Charleston, SC

Junk Legacies LLC specializes in junk removal and light demolition services, including oil tank removal. We provide technically superior services at a reasonable price and in an efficient, courteous manner. Contact our crew today to learn more or to get... 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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