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Lamar Moore Excavating

Pinson, AL
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Based in Pinson, AL and serving the greater Birmingham area, Lamar Moore Excavating is the go-to choice when searching for a local demolition and excavation... more

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Moorer Land Services

Cleveland, AL

Moorer Land Services is the Cleveland, Alabama company to count on when you have an oil tank removal project. We offer dependability, experience, friendliness, and... more

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Patriot Property Preservation

Fultondale, AL

Patriot Property Preservation specializes in high-quality demolition, dumpster rental, and debris removal services. Our team is highly adaptable and able to accomplish whatever you throw... more

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Tank Removal Tips for Snead, AL

How long have oil tanks been used?

Oil tanks have been used since 1859 when oil was discovered. What started as wooden barrels grew to meet the needs of the oil industry and soon were constructed of metal. The first steel storage tanks were constructed in the late 1800s once companies realized how much of their "black gold" was escaping.

Soon after, in 1922, a third-party testing facility developed the first standards for steel storage tank safety.

In 1988, the EPA set a deadline for implementing new tank safety regulations. Since the 1990s, more and more people have decided to close and remove their tanks due to the widely-known environmental and health risks.

Learn more: Removing an Oil Tank? Start Here.