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Simpson Excavating
From Greater Napanee, Simpson Excavating proudly serves Kingston to Belleville and surrounding areas. We are a locally owned company that values accuracy, efficiency, and safety in every project. Contact us today to learn more or to request a free oil... more
Tripodi Contracting
For over 35 years, Tripodi Contracting has been providing expert demolition and renovation services to our residential and commercial clients throughout the Rochester, NY area. We offer a wide range of services, like structural demolition, interior demolition, chimney removal, concrete removal,... more
Rochester Environmental & Construction
Safely remove and dispose of your above-ground in underground storage tank utilizing the services of Rochester Environmental & Construction Group. We’re an experienced demo & excavating company locally owned and operated right here in Rochester. We can remove septic tanks, oil... more
B & P General Contracting Co
Located in Campbell, NY, B&P General Contracting Co offers a full list of demolition and removal services for businesses and homeowners. Whether you need an old parking lot torn up, oil tanks removed, or pools filled in, we’... 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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