Sevan Construction & Development
Sevan Construction & Development was founded to provide top-quality asphalt, concrete, and demolition services across the East Coast. With 35 years of experience, a skilled team, and... more
Nationwide Demolition & Junk Removal
Here at Nationwide Demolition & Junk Removal, we do a lot of different jobs, including oil tank removal. With environment conservation in mind, we go to... more
Barrett Construction Company
Barrett Construction Company offers a wide range of demolition and construction services. Our team is committed to excellence, quality customer service, and the highest quality... more
Lafogg & Hathaway Construction Inc
We are proud to have served the Pioneer Valley for more than 25 years. Our services are wide-ranging and designed to meet residential and commercial customers'... more
T&M Equipment
T&M Equipment is a leader in excavation and demolition in the area. We specialize in interior excavating, underpinning and solar field site work,... more
R.J. McDonald Inc.
Since 1957, R.J. McDonald Inc. has been providing our customers with quality heating fuels and 24 Hour emergency service throughout the Worcester, MA area. Since our... more
J Burniske Landscaping & Excavation LLC
J Burniske Landscaping & Excavation LLC is a landscaping, demolition, excavation, dumpster rental, and junk removal company. We communicate everything with each and every customer and... more
Fiore Cleanouts
Our knowledgeable team understands the oil tank removal process and will get the job completed right the first time. Fiore is an experienced demolition and... more
Deconstruction Works
Deconstruction Works is a member-owned cooperative serving all of Vermont, western New Hampshire, and western Massachusetts. We specialize in the hand-demolition of single and multi-family... more
Allied Wrecking Boston
With over 20 years of experience in the demolition industry, Allied Wrecking has extensive experience in providing a range of quality services to our clients in... more
Construction and Demolition Man LLC
Dedicated to oil tank removal, Construction and Demolition Man LLC has 25 years of industry experience. Safety and efficiency are our top priorities—reach out today... more
Ron Sharleville Excavation & Trucking Inc
Ron Sharleville Excavation & Trucking Inc is Worcester County's local go-to contractor for oil tank removal services. We are centrally located in the heart of Worcester... 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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