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 within your intended budget. Our innovation and reliability allow us to complete even the biggest... more
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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 licensed & insured for your complete satisfaction and peace of mind. We've carved out a... 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 including oil and underground storage. In business since 1999 and fully licensed and insured. more
Richards Septic Tank Service & Excavating
With over 55 years of experience, Richards Septic Tank Service & Excavating has been a trusted source for all of Greenville, Michigan's septic system needs. Our experienced and dynamic team is able to accomplish a variety of jobs. From septic... 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 efficient services that put the customer first. more
Dean's Landscaping & Excavating
Family owned and operated, Dean’s Landscaping & Excavating has been serving Sand Lake, MI and the greater Grand Rapids area since 1977. They specialize in demolition and excavating services, but they also perform landscaping, driveways, septic systems, etc. more
Dave Aris Excavating
Located in Big Rapids, Michigan, Dave Aris Excavating is proud to provide residential and commercial customers with exceptional demolition and excavating services. We perform oil tank removal, mobile home demolition, and so much more. more
Pleasant Valley Farms Excavating
As a family owned and operated business, Pleasant Valley Farms Excavating takes customer service very seriously. For more than 12 years, we have worked tirelessly to provide exceptional demolition services, including oil tank removal. more
Powell's Excavating & Septic Inc
Since 1968, Powell's Septic Service has been serving West Michigan. Our family-owned and operated company provides personalized solutions to an array of residential and commercial demolition needs. more
Morningstar Enterprises Inc
Morningstar Enterprises Inc serves Big Rapids, MI and nearby cities, working hand-in-hand with customers to ensure their complete and total satisfaction. We perform demolition and excavating services of all shapes and sizes. more
J & R Trucking & Septic Systems Inc
Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan area, J & R Trucking & Septic Systems Inc understands what it takes to complete projects both big and small. Our team is highly adaptable and able to accomplish whatever you throw at us, from concrete removal... more
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Tips for Removing Tanks
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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