Dumpster Divers LLC
Dumpster Divers LLC is a small demolition, dumpster rental, and junk removal company in the greater Grand Rapids, MI area. We started this small business... more
Perk's Excavating LLC
Perk's Excavating LLC is a locally owned and operated excavating contractor in Fennville, MI and serving the surrounding areas. We specialize in excavation, demolition, drainage... more
Kent Excavating
Down-to-earth and easy to work with, Kent Excavating serves Casnovia, MI and the greater Kalamazoo area. We’re efficient in completing projects on time and... more
Pater Bobcat Service, Inc.
Since 1999, Pater Bobcat Service has been serving all of Michigan’s residents in a variety of ways. We accept a variety of jobs and are... more
Affordable Excavating Inc
Affordable Excavating can safely remove or repair your septic system. We specialize in water and sewer systems, plumbing and replacement, excavation, repair, and tank removal... more
Ace Excavating
Ace Excavating is a professional provider of environmentally friendly excavation and demolition services. We have over 18 years of expertise in underground storage tank removal, closure... more
Mercer Septic & Excavating
Mercer Septic & Excavating specializes in dynamic septic services, excavating, demolition, and more. Our team of experts knows what it takes to serve customers in... more
Walt Obrinske Excavating LLC
Walt Obrinske Excavating LLC is located in Olivet, MI and serves the entire Lansing area. Since 2004, they have been meeting every challenge. They provide demolition,... more
B & R Excavating Inc
With more than 50 years of experience in the industry, B & R Excavating knows what it takes to serve the Midwest. We specialize in demolition and... more
James E. Fulton & Sons
Serving all of Southwest Michigan, James E. Fulton & Sons has been providing impeccable demolition and excavating services to residential and commercial customers since 1971. They also... more
Clayborn and Sons Excavating
When it comes oil tank removal services, Clayborn and Sons Excavating is the go-to company for homeowners and business owners in Marshall, MI and the... more
Oetman Excavating
Oetman Excavating is proud to serve Allegan, Michigan and nearby communities. We specialize in excavating and demolition services, including oil tank removal, providing professional and... 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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