Tripodi Contracting
For over 35 years, Tripodi Contracting has been providing expert demolition and renovation services to our residential and commercial clients throughout the Rochester, NY area. We... more
Junk Escape & Demolition
At Junk Escape & Demolition, we will demolish anything needed inside or outside a residence, including oil tanks! We work with banks, realtors, contractors, and homeowners... more
Rochester Environmental & Construction
Safely remove and dispose of your above-ground in underground storage tank utilizing the services of Rochester Environmental & Construction Group. We’re an experienced demo & excavating... more
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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.
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