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Bluewater Excavating
We handle large and small commercial demolition projects, including structural and interior demolition. Bluewater Excavating has the experience and equipment needed to handle a wide variety of jobs. more
Cape Fear Excavating
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4 Seasons Demolition
Starting as a small local contractor, 4 Seasons has expanded to operations across North and South Carolina and has become known as an extremely qualified and respected demolition firm. Get in touch with us today to get your free tank removal... more
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How long have oil tanks been used?
Oil tanks have been used since 1859 when oil was discovered. What started as wooden barrels grew to meet the needs of the oil industry and soon were constructed of metal. The first steel storage tanks were constructed in the late 1800s once companies realized how much of their "black gold" was escaping.
Soon after, in 1922, a third-party testing facility developed the first standards for steel storage tank safety.
In 1988, the EPA set a deadline for implementing new tank safety regulations. Since the 1990s, more and more people have decided to close and remove their tanks due to the widely-known environmental and health risks.
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