Oil Tank Removal in Orbisonia, PA

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J M Wile Backhoe Service

Shippensburg, PA
  • Barn Demolition
  • Concrete Removal
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  • Upfront pricing
  • Customer driven service

Jerald M Wile offers the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area superior services at fair prices. Our team is always trustworthy and upfront about the work we provide, communicating closely with you throughout the process. Our crew is committed to... more

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Maxwell Trucking & Excavating Inc

State College, PA

Maxwell Trucking & Excavating Inc provides innovative, industry-leading demolition services throughout State College, PA. Our services include commercial demolition, interior demolition, and chimney removal. We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer satisfaction and work diligently to provide the level... more

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Palmer Construction Co Inc

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Mc Connellsburg, PA

Founded in 1978, Palmer Construction is a general contractor with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Our team consists of the most dependable, courteous, and professional workers in the industry. Our spectrum of services includes all aspects of general contracting,... more

Tank Removal Tips for Orbisonia, PA

Tips for Removing Tanks

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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