Locally owned and operated in Durham, North Carolina, Leonine Building Solutions (LBS) offers a full suite of key services for residential and commercial customers. We specialize in disaster restoration, mold remediation, demolition, electronic security and general contracting services. We are... more
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DLT Construction and Demolition
DLT Construction and Demolition thrives on honesty, integrity and professionalism. We offer competitive prices for residential and commercial demolition services such as house and building removal. We are a fully licensed and insured team that looks forward to... more
Cecil Holcomb Demolition
Established in 1987, Cecil Holcomb Demolition has been serving all of North Carolina, assisting in high-quality demolition and asbestos abatement services for nearly 30 years. If you have a home, building, or mall that needs demolition, we’re the ones to call.... more
E3 Construction
E3 Construction offers extensive demolition and construction services to residential and commercial customers throughout the greater Durham, NC area. We can demolish homes, remove oil tanks, and more. more
Red Oak Excavating
With state-of-the-art equipment and a full-service demolition team, we are prepared to tear down and haul away a wide variety of structures and interiors. Speak with a crew member today to schedule a free consultation. 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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