Smith Landscape Inc
Whether you need oil tank removed, a commercial building or garage demolished, or an old fence or deck hauled away, Smith Landscape Inc has the... more
Herlich Hauling & Transport LLC
Need oil tank removal services in Maryland? Herlich Hauling & Transport LLC is here to help. Our expert team offers safe, efficient, and environmentally-friendly solutions for... more
Northern Junk Removal and Hauling
Northern Junk Removal and Hauling is a full service junk removal and demolition company dedicated to serving our customers. From big items like tearing up... more
Tristate Property Solutions
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Beasley Hauling and Demolition
Beasley Hauling and Demolition is a local company in Silver Spring, MD that is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. Accurate knowledge... more
RCA Demolition & Hauling
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Ace Environmental Holdings, LLC
ACE Environmental Holdings, LLC has the training, technology, tools, team, and all necessary certifications and licenses needed to handle all projects involving underground storage tanks ... more
Gray & Son
Gray & Son is a leading Maryland construction company and site development contractor that offers commercial and residential demolition services throughout Timonium and the surrounding communities,... more
Sanford and Son Demolition and Cleanouts
Sanford and Son Demolition and Cleanouts has more than 20 years of experience serving Central Maryland. We handle all types of demo, including oil tank removal.... more
KW General Construction
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C&G Junk Removal and Services
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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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