Eagle Site Services LLC
Eagle Site Services LLC is a small, family-owned and operated company offering interior and exterior demolition work for both residential and commercial properties. Speak with... more
Klumm Brothers Excavating and Demolition
Founded in 1990, Klumm Brothers Excavating and Demolition goes above and beyond for each and every one of our clients. Our staff is committed to... more
iTakeJunk Inc.
iTakeJunk Inc. serves the greater Toledo, OH area, providing efficient and fairly priced demolition, junk removal, and dumpster rental services. Our 'eco-friendly' services prioritize... more
TNT Demolition and Recycling LLC
For the safe and professional removal of oil tanks, trust the expertise of TNT Demolition and Recycling LLC. Our team prioritizes environmental responsibility and adherence... 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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