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JDog Junk Removal & Hauling Birmingham

Weogufka, AL

JDog Junk Removal of Birmingham is a veteran, family-owned and operated junk removal and hauling company that services Birmingham and surrounding areas. In addition to... more

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Lake Mitchell Construction Inc

Clanton, AL

Since 2000, Lake Mitchell Construction, Inc. has delivered reliable excavation and demolition services across the area. If an oil tank is sitting unused on your property,... more

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Pease Landclearing LLC

Opelika, AL

Pease Landclearing LLC provides demolition services throughout the entire states of Georgia and Alabama, as well as northern regions of Florida. Our team uses many... more

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T & T Excavation Llc

Eclectic, AL

T & T is a full-service excavation company specializing in all aspects of residential and commercial excavating, dozer work, backhoe services, dirt hauling, gravel and... more

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Tank Removal Tips for Weogufka, AL

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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