Stoney, Sealy & Rubble Construction
For all your oil tank removal needs throughout the greater Louisville, KY area, Stoney, Sealy & Rubble Construction is the crew to call! Our team prides... more
Orchid Recycling Services
Speak with the friendly professionals at Orchid Recycling Services regarding your oil tank removal project. With 40 years of environmental cleanup experience, we have established a... more
Kentuckiana Cat & Core LLC
Kentuckiana Cat & Core LLC, specializing in oil tank removal in the Salem, IN area, brings over 20 years of expertise to every job. Contact us for... more
Mellencamp Center Pivot Irrigation & Excavation
Mellencamp Center Pivot Irrigation & Excavation specializes in excavation and irrigation but also offers demolition and more. We are capable of completing all kinds of projects,... more
C & E Tree Service
C & E Tree Service has built a reputation in the Louisville area for quality workmanship and efficient service. Our team of experts handles shed demolitions,... more
HCL Demolition
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Genesis Construction LLC
Genesis Construction can safely identify and detect underground storage tanks that need to be removed and hauled away. For professional oil tank removal, trust the... more
J&M Demolition
For over 15 years, the experts at J&M Demolition have been honing their skills in the demolition industry. We are a family and veteran-owned company... more
Mary's Demolition & Cleaning Service
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Durham Excavating Inc
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Stumler Bryan Excavating
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Franklin & Leonhardt Demolition
A family-owned business, Franklin & Leonhardt has been a mainstay in Louisville, Kentucky since the 1950s. In our early years, we focused on grading, excavating,... 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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