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716 Southern Tier Dumpsters

Randolph, NY

716 Southern Tier Dumpsters is a young, hard working, family-owned demolition company that also offers junk removal in and around Randolph, NY. Speak with a member... more

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Jenkins Plumbing & Excavation Inc

Ashville, NY

Jenkins Plumbing & Excavation is Chautauqua County’s premier source for plumbing, demolition, and excavation services. They specialize in garage demo, pool removal, deck removal, fence... more

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Hannah Demolition‎

Buffalo, NY

Residential and commercial customers throughout the Buffalo, NY area count on Hannah Demolition to provide them with reliable, honest demolition services. As a licensed, bonded,... more

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Tank Removal Tips for Arkwright, NY

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.

Find out more: Removing an Oil Tank? Start Here.