Cherokee Contracting Inc
Cherokee Contracting Inc is a premier partner for oil tank removal services throughout Long Island and the 5 Boroughs. Utilizing advanced equipment and industry best practices,... more
Domino's Oil Tank Service
After hundreds of jobs completed on Long Island, Domino's Oil Tank Service has quickly become the chosen expert in removing oil tanks and chimneys of... more
Bulldog Contracting Inc
Since 1987, Bulldog Contracting Inc has been specializing in oil tank removal. We are fully equipped with the proper heavy machinery, equipment operators, skill, and experience... more
Wallace Demolition
At Wallace Demolition, we offer a wide range of demolition services to our commercial and residential clients, including structural demolition, interior demolition, concrete removal, oil... more
TG Construction
At TG Construction, we are a team of demolition and construction professionals who are passionate about what we do. Since the founding of TG Construction... more
Shore Thing Demolition
Shore Thing Demolition is a leading and reputable demolition and construction company serving the Long Island, NY area. Our crew specializes in all types of... more
S & D Mini Excavating Inc
Throughout Long Island, S & D Mini Excavating Inc is counted on by customers to provide high-quality oil tank removal services. Our staff is committed to... more
JND Contracting Corp
Throughout the Long Island community, JND Contracting Corp is known for providing demolition, dumpster rental, cleanout services, roofing, and more. Our team of specialists can... more
Ed Cork & Sons, Inc.
For nearly 40 years, Ed Cork & Sons, Inc. has been offering high-quality services to Long Island, NY and beyond. Our wide range of services offered includes... more
Gramercy Group Inc.
Founded in 1989, Gramercy Group Inc. offers turnkey solutions in demolition and environmental remediation. While we haven’t forgotten where we came from, Gramercy has expanded... more
Ab Environmental Corp.
Ab Environmental Corp. provides Long Island with some of the best environmental services available. We specialize in oil tank removals and various tank services. Our... more
Capital Industries Corp.
Capital Industries Corp. is a full service demolition and waste removal company that has successfully served New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut residents for the... 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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