Oil Tank Removal in Mathiston, MS

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Bobby Baker Construction

Louisville, MS

We adhere to the highest level of safety to make sure your oil tank removal job is done right. We'll remove your tank efficiently, safely, and with a focus on a clean job site. Contact us today to learn about... more

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ProTree LLC

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Sturgis, MS

At Pro Tree LLC, we're prepared to tear down, haul away, and dispose of a wide variety of unwanted structures, like commercial buildings, homes, garages, barns, oil tanks, and so much more. Get in touch with us today for a... 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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