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Pina Excavating
Digging out an old underground fuel reservoir is a delicate job that demands a fully licensed, insured, and experienced operator. Pina Excavating tackles safe, compliant... more
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Demo Patrol LLC
Old oil tanks can create environmental concerns and complicate property improvements. Demo Patrol safely removes above-ground and underground tanks while helping prepare your site for... more
John Hoffman Backhoe
John Hoffman Backhoe is located in Chico, CA and serves nearby cities. Our crew is trained to perform a variety of demolition and excavation services,... more
Pina Excavating
Digging out an old underground fuel reservoir is a delicate job that demands a fully licensed, insured, and experienced operator. Pina Excavating tackles safe, compliant... more
R L Crum Excavating
Qualified to deal with the biggest and smallest excavating jobs, R L Crum Excavating has been serving Orland, CA and nearby areas since 1976. They offer... more
Santos Excavating Inc
Established in 1977, Santos Excavating, Inc. has been serving Chico, CA and the Sacramento Valley for more than 35 years. They specialize in demolition, excavating, grading, and... more
Smartgen Builders Inc
Smartgen Builders Inc offers a stunning variety of residential and commercial demolition services in Willows, CA and the surrounding areas, including oil tank removal. Our... more
Walberg, Inc.
Based in Corning, California, Walberg Inc is experienced in all things fire clean-up. We understand how devastating a fire can be, and we are... 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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