Oil Tank Removal in Chewelah, WA

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Crusader

Rathdrum, ID

Crusader is a family business whose main goal is helping our wonderful customers throughout the greater Hayden, ID area. We offer an impressive variety of demolition services, including oil tank removal. Learn more and get a commitment-free quote by speaking... more

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Jewell Excavating

Spokane, WA

Jewell Excavating was founded in 1985 as a single excavator and dump truck operation. Today, we have grown to utilize all the necessary tools of the trade to successfully complete nearly any project on time and within budget regardless of the... more

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Sullivan Excavating

Valley, WA

Serving Stevens and Spokane Counties, Sullivan Excavating was established in Seattle, Washington over 35 years ago. We are now pleased to be in Stevens County to provide great oil tank removal services. We give free estimates and comply to the highest... 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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