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Roll Off King

Aurora, CO

Roll Off King serves Aurora, Denver, Centennial, Golden, and surrounding areas with same-day delivery, as well as light demolition service. We can tear down fences,... more

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JM Trucking

Denver, CO

JM Trucking offers a variety of trucking and hauling services to meet customers' needs, as well as light demolition services. Whether you have a shed... more

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Big GC Services

Colorado Springs, CO
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For years, Big GC Services has gone above and beyond to exceed customers' demolition expectations. We offer an impressive list of services, including oil tank... more

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Tank Removal Tips for Elbert County, CO

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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