Allen's Scrap Metal LLC was founded in the 1980s and remains a family-owned and operated company to this day. We are experts in oil tank removal, mobile home demolition, commercial demolition, and more. more
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JCL Grading & Construction
JCL Grading & Construction is a locally owned and operated demolition company offering residential and commercial services in Lumberton and surrounding areas. We are equipped and experienced in handling small and large projects. Contact us today to learn more about our... more
Locklear's Backhoe Service & Septic Tank Service
Locklear's Backhoe Service & Septic Tank Service has been exceeding our customers' expectations for over a decade. We proudly provide outstanding customer service and competitive pricing for a range of services in the Lumberton, NC area. Among the... more
United Concrete Demolition and Hauling
Proudly based in Fayetteville and serving surrounding areas, PC Concrete Demolition and Hauling provides expert demo, concrete, and excavation services to residential and commercial clients. We are fully equipped to handle a range of services, including oil tank removal. Reach... 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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