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Construction and Demolition Man LLC

Gardner, MA
4.0
(4)
  • Concrete Removal
  • Interior Demolition
  • Light Demolition
  • Over 25 years of experience
  • Free consultations

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

CA

Deconstruction Works

West Dummerston, VT
5.0
(3)

Deconstruction Works is a member-owned cooperative serving all of Vermont, western New Hampshire, and western Massachusetts. We specialize in the hand-demolition of single and multi-family... more

DW

J Burniske Landscaping & Excavation LLC

South Deerfield, MA
5.0
(1)

J Burniske Landscaping & Excavation LLC is a landscaping, demolition, excavation, dumpster rental, and junk removal company. We communicate everything with each and every customer and... more

JB

Lafogg & Hathaway Construction Inc

Williamsburg, MA

We are proud to have served the Pioneer Valley for more than 25 years. Our services are wide-ranging and designed to meet residential and commercial customers'... more

LH

Nationwide Demolition & Junk Removal

Gardner, MA

Here at Nationwide Demolition & Junk Removal, we do a lot of different jobs, including oil tank removal. With environment conservation in mind, we go to... more

ND

T&M Equipment

Springfield, MA

T&M Equipment is a leader in excavation and demolition in the area. We specialize in interior excavating, underpinning and solar field site work,... more

TE

Tank Removal Tips for Leyden, MA

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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