E.A. Knight Construction
Established in 1979, E.A. Knight Construction, Inc. offers the experience and professionalism needed to deliver safe and cost-effective services quickly and efficiently. Serving all of... more
C & F Excavating
Throughout the area, C & F Excavating is known for providing some of the highest quality services for the fairest prices. Our team is highly adaptable... more
Robinson Excavating
Experience precision and efficiency with our excavation contractor services. From land clearing to demolition, our expert team utilizes top-of-the-line equipment to ensure your project is... more
Southern Illinois Property Restoration LLC
Southern Illinois Property Restoration LLC is a family owned and operated small business. We take pride in everything we do, from demolition to debris hauling.... more
Accelerated Excavation Inc
We are proud to serve the Marion, IL area. Our team is committed to providing excellent customer service and quality excavation and demolition work. To... more
Ramsey Excavating Inc
With more than 35 years of experience in the construction and demolition sectors, our reputation speaks volumes. We are committed to delivering quality and professionalism. Looking... more
Armstrong Earthworks LLC
Serving Southern IL and the nearby areas with pride, Armstrong Earthworks LLC is here to help with anything from minor demolition jobs to extensive grading... more
McVicker Excavating Inc.
McVicker Excavating Inc. provides professional excavating and demolition services throughout Southern Illinois, including oil tank removal. Our enthusiasm for what we do pushes us to... more
Terra Pro Excavating
Terra Pro Excavating in Creal Springs, IL, offers reliable excavation and demolition work. Contact us for a FREE oil tank removal estimate and see how... more
Southern Illinois Excavators
Southern Illinois Excavators, LLC, owned by Justin May, a third-generation operating engineer, has the skills for any site prep job, including oil tank removal. Ready... more
Ivy League Demo
Customer satisfaction is what drives us at Ivy League Demo LLC, and we won’t settle until you’re pleased with our work. We offer... more
Spittler Excavating LLC
Spittler Excavating’s team is skilled in dismantling structures and tree removals of all sizes, insured and ready to take on all kinds of projects,... more
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How long have oil tanks been used?
Oil tanks have been used since 1859 when oil was discovered. What started as wooden barrels grew to meet the needs of the oil industry and soon were constructed of metal. The first steel storage tanks were constructed in the late 1800s once companies realized how much of their "black gold" was escaping.
Soon after, in 1922, a third-party testing facility developed the first standards for steel storage tank safety.
In 1988, the EPA set a deadline for implementing new tank safety regulations. Since the 1990s, more and more people have decided to close and remove their tanks due to the widely-known environmental and health risks.
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