Oil Tank Removal in Corsica, PA

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Delta Contractors and Design, Inc.

Clarion, PA

At Delta Contractors and Design, communication is of the utmost importance to us, just as it is to you. Reliable and trustworthy, we know what it takes to complete projects of all shapes and sizes, including mobile home demolition, oil... more

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Holbein Inc

Sarver, PA

Holbein, Inc.'s excavating and demolition crew has the experience, talent, and equipment needed to handle site work for many types of projects. We specialize in cut/fills with earthmoving operations, grading, erosion and sedimentation controls, demolition,... more

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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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