Mayer Construction Inc
Mayer Construction Inc is a seasoned demolition company based out of Lake Oswego, OR. We have a full-size excavator that allows us to remove oil... more
Woodland Industries
Woodland Industries is proud to serve the greater Tacoma area and has been doing so for more than 15 years. We offer a wide range of... more
Langseth Environmental LLC
Langseth Environmental LLC can tackle demolition services of all sizes, including oil tank removal, interior demo, garage and shed demolition, pool removal, concrete removal, and... more
PM Trucking
PM Trucking specializes in hauling, junk removal, dumpster rental, and demolition services. Our team is always trustworthy and upfront about the work we provide, communicating... more
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How long have oil tanks been used?
Oil tanks have been used since 1859 when oil was discovered. What started as wooden barrels grew to meet the needs of the oil industry and soon were constructed of metal. The first steel storage tanks were constructed in the late 1800s once companies realized how much of their "black gold" was escaping.
Soon after, in 1922, a third-party testing facility developed the first standards for steel storage tank safety.
In 1988, the EPA set a deadline for implementing new tank safety regulations. Since the 1990s, more and more people have decided to close and remove their tanks due to the widely-known environmental and health risks.
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