Bontrager Excavating Inc serves out of Uniontown, OH and proudly offers a wide range of excavation services to surrounding areas. We specialize in residential and commercial excavation and wrecking. Our customers’ complete satisfaction is our goal, and we will work... more
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C. Smitty Construction
Looking for dependable oil tank removal services? C. Smitty Construction, a family-run business, specializes in light and heavy projects. We’re committed to quality—get in touch for a free quote! more
Classic Lawn Care & Landscaping Inc
Classic has a long history of working with commercial clients to help make their landscaping, design, and new development dreams a reality. We have expertise with heavy equipment and machinery to make excavating and structure removal an easy and quick... more
Dave's Welding & Excavating
When it comes to uncompromising professionalism in demolition, excavation, and removal services, trust Dave’s Welding & Excavating to get the job done right! We service commercial and residential customers alike with a focus on safety and attention to detail.... more
Edge Co Inc
Edge Co Inc. provides the greater Bridgeport, OH community with uncompromising demolition, excavation, and removal services. We make it a point to meet industry standards not just in results, but in our daily safety practices. From removing oil tanks to... more
EFAWS Plumbing and Demolition
EFAWS Plumbing and Demolition is a family-owned company offering high-quality services to residential and commercial customers throughout the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area. We are willing to work with our customers and their desired budget. We set ourselves above the... more
Kelly Excavating
Located in Toronto, Ohio, Kelly Excavating serves surrounding areas in a variety of ways. They specialize in excavation and demolition services, but also offer other services, like grading and land clearing. more
Maple Leaf Demolition LLC
Maple Leaf Demolition is a small, family-owned and operated company that continues to grow with each satisfied customer. We provide demolition services of all sizes, from large commercial demolition of power plants and factories to smaller features, like oil tanks... more
Powerhouse Demolition & Landscaping
If you're in need of demolition for residential or commercial structures throughout Cleveland and beyond, look no further than Powerhouse Demolition & Landscaping. We offer a wide range of demolition services, including house and building demolition, barn demo, garage demo, chimney... 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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