Oil Tank Removal in Greene County, IL

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A&A Haul Away

Lake Saint Louis, MO

A&A Haul Away is a locally-owned, licensed, and insured demolition and junk removal company servicing Lake Saint Louis, MO and the surrounding communities. Our crew knows how to make your property dreams a reality in no time! more

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Cheyenne Contracting

Florissant, MO

At Cheyenne Contracting, our team has more than 30 years of experience serving the community. Since 1989, we have been specializing in demolition and excavating services. We are experts at demolishing residential and commercial structures of all shapes and... more

Tank Removal Tips for Greene County, IL

Tips for Removing Tanks

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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