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
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
Construction and Demolition Man LLC
Dedicated to oil tank removal, Construction and Demolition Man LLC has 25 years of industry experience. Safety and efficiency are our top priorities—reach out today... 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
Brava Exteriors is a locally-owned company committed to delivering more value, beauty, and peace of mind to our customers. We specialize in comprehensive demolition services... more
Drop N' Go Haulers LLC
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Allied Wrecking Boston
With over 20 years of experience in the demolition industry, Allied Wrecking has extensive experience in providing a range of quality services to our clients in... more
Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation
Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation provides a variety of quality services to our New Hampshire and Maine customers, including oil tank removal. Our team is professional,... more
IMF Strategic Developments
IMF Strategic Developments offers services in general construction and demolition throughout the Boston area. As a Mid-market construction company, we specialize in residential and commercial... more
L.A. Puopolo Services
With years of experience and the latest equipment, L.A. Puopolo aims to complete all oil tank removal jobs rapidly and to the highest degree... more
J&R Construction and Demolition
J&R Construction and Demolition is a locally owned and operated demolition service provider offering several key services for residential and commercial customers. We are... more
Just Right Demolition
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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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