Construction and Demolition Man LLC
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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
Reardon's Wrecking & Contracting
Firefighter owned and operated, Reardon's Wrecking & Contracting prides itself on honesty and integrity that our customers expect and deserve. Reach out anytime for a free... more
Dan Mackin Construction
Get expert demo & excavation services from Dan Mackin Construction. We were founded in 1998 and today have grown to offer a full suite of demolition services... more
Hamma Construction Co.
Hamma is a leading construction company offering oil tank removal and disposal, site preparation, sewer systems, and land clearing. We are fully insured and owner... more
B&B Waste Disposal
B&B Waste Disposal offers demolition, oil tank removal, and hauling services. For our commercial customers, we provide both total building demolition and selective interior... more
Brava Demolition
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Allied Wrecking Boston
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Chris's Junk Removal & Demolition
No job is too big or too small when it comes to Chris's Junk Removal & Demolition. We specialize in demolition and cleanups from water and... more
M. Coelho Dumpsters
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Gladu Disposal and Self Storage
Since 1940, Gladu Disposal and Self Storage has been providing affordable oil tank removal services in the Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts community. We are dedicated... more
Just Right Demolition
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F & D Truck Co Inc
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Affordable Septic & Excavation
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National Wrecking Company
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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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