Demo Patrol LLC
Demo Patrol LLC is a licensed, family-owned and operated demolition contractor that specializes in the removal of oil tanks. We are proudly environmentally conscious and... more
Xtra Junk Removal
Xtra Junk Removal offers demolition and junk removal services in the Sacramento area that are quick, reliable, and reasonably priced. Whether you need us to... more
Gold Star Rentals LLC
Gold Star Rentals LLC is proud to offer a wide range of residential demolition services, like house demo, garage and shed demo, concrete removal, interior... more
Lightning Demolition and Hauling
Lightning Demolition and Hauling has the expertise, qualifications, and professionalism to remove underground storage tanks and heating oil tanks. We are a state licensed contractor... more
Blue Cord Demolitions
Blue Cord Demolitions is the Bay Area's leading source for demolition and junk removal services. With over 20 years of combined experience in the industry, we... more
Gibbs Shoring and Leveling
Gibbs Shoring and Leveling specializes in demolition, junk removal, commercial waste management, shoring, and more throughout Stockton, CA and the surrounding areas. Our oil tank... more
Jim Thorpe Inc
Founded in 1967, Jim Thorpe Inc. offers a full range of excavation and demolition services to Lodi, California and surrounding areas. We specialize in installing and... more
Sterling P. Holloway, III, Inc.
Based in Auburn, CA , Sterling P. Holloway III Inc. is a licensed, family-run business equipped to take down residential and light commercial buildings, pools, bridges,... more
All Cal Demolition
All Cal Demolition is based in Sacramento, California and serves surrounding areas, including residential and commercial customers. They specialize in demolition and excavation, but they... more
Pedroia & Sons, Inc.
At Pedroia & Sons Inc., they believe you’ll notice the difference in quality that a third-generation demolition company can deliver. What started in 1978 has since... more
A & J Construction
Since 2003, A&J Construction has been providing concrete work and Bobcat services of all kinds to service Colfax, California and surrounding areas. We service... more
Idig Backhoe Services
Idig Backhoe Service is located in Vacaville, California and serves surrounding areas. We offer comprehensive services to handle your biggest, toughest projects. We specialize in... 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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