B & J Transfer
B & J Transfer is proud to provide the Manchester, Kentucky area with reliable light demolition services. Our mission is to exceed customers' expectations in every... more
Morrison Excavation & Land Improvement
Family owned and fully-Insured, Morrison Excavation & Land Improvement is a small business providing a wide range of services, including oil tank removal. Our team is... more
Meadowbrook Concrete
At Meadowbrook Concrete, we strive to provide top-quality concrete, demolition, and excavation services with a skilled team and state-of-the-art technology. Our commitment is to deliver... more
Coursin Construction
Licensed and insured, Coursin Construction offers a variety of services, including demolition, remodeling, tiling, additions, and tree removal. Need oil tank removal? We're the experts... more
Innovative Demolition Service, LLC
If your oil tank needs removal due to age, natural forces, or unsafe materials, we’re here to assist you in moving forward. We take... more
Diversified Demolition
Since its founding in 2003, Diversified Demolition has operated independently, earning the trust of clients as a leading demolition contractor. Equipped with cutting-edge tools and extensive... more
R. Maynard Excavating & Construction, LLC
At R. Maynard Excavating & Construction, LLC, we specialize in excavation, land clearing, and demolition. Our service is always prompt, courteous, and professional. Call us or... 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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