LBS Demolition
The experienced crews at LBS Demolition ensure the project is done right the first time. We take the pain out of the oil tank removal... more
CWA Property Maintenance LLC
CWA Property Maintenance LLC provides high-quality demolition and junk removal services throughout Ypsilanti, MI and the surrounding areas. Whether you need interior demolition or structural... more
Golden Services of Michigan
Golden Services of Michigan is a licensed and insured group of demolition experts that take pride in accomplishing client goals with years of experience, knowledge,... more
JDog Junk Removal & Hauling Toledo Monroe Ann Arbor
JDog Junk Removal & Hauling Toledo/Monroe/Ann Arbor is a veteran and military family-owned and operated company servicing most of southeast Michigan and northwest Ohio.... more
E.R. Zeiler Excavating
E.R. Zeiler Excavating has been serving the Temperance, Michigan community since 2000. We perform a variety of services, including demolition, excavating, underground utilities, site... more
Triple D Demolition
Triple D Demolition is a family owned demolition company providing oil tank removal throughout Howell, MI and the surrounding areas. We are here to serve... more
Mark's Above Ground Pool Removal
For more than 7 years, Mark's Above Ground Pool Removal has been removing pools in the Dearborn, Michigan community. We give honest estimates, are prompt and... more
Demolition Man
For more than 20 years, Demolition Man has proudly offered demolition services in Southeast Michigan. We are equipped for handling small-to-medium sized projects, including oil tank ... more
Ken Jackson Clean Up, Inc
At Ken Jackson Clean Up, Inc., we believe there is no project too big or too small for us to handle, whether you're a home... more
Blue Star Demolition
Ever since 1978, Blue Star Demolition has been serving Warren, MI and nearby communities. Fully licensed, insured, and bonded, you can rest assured that our services... more
Bedient Construction
Since 1975, Bedient Construction has been offering a wide variety of services to Rochester Hills, Michigan and surrounding areas. For more than 3 generations, we have been... more
Merlo Construction
Headquartered in Milford, Merlo Construction is a family-run business serving a wide range of clients. We’re helping to rebuild Michigan one project at a... more
Nearby Places for Tank Removal
Tank Removal Tips for Lakeland, MI
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.
Find out more: Removing an Oil Tank? Start Here.