Royal Demolition LLC has been providing the Northlake, IL area with expert demolition services for over a decade. Our work is consistent and well done, which is why our wonderful customers return to us time and time again. Talk to... more
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MBR Wrecking Inc.
MBR Wrecking is a highly qualified, extensively trained, fully licensed and insured demolition contractor. With our vast network of skilled operators we can handle any job big or small. Contact us today to discuss your demolition needs and request a... more
Eagle BioMass
Eagle BioMass Inc is an experienced demolition team based in McHenry, Illinois and serving the greater Chicago area since 1987. Our demolition technicians are well trained in site preparation, site safety and proper material handling. We also have a... more
GDI Land Management
GDI Land Management is a small, locally-owned and operated business that services the Will County area and surrounding towns. We own a fleet of cutting-edge equipment that helps us perform jobs of all sizes, including oil tank removal. Speak with... more
ENA Hauling & More
Proudly serving Chicago and surrounding suburbs, ENA Hauling & More specializes in hauling, junk removal, oil tank removal, and other miscellaneous labor jobs. We are invested in creating positive change in our communities through our services, as well as in our... more
Liberty Property Management LLC
Liberty Property Managment LLC is a family owned and operated company with more than 25 years of experience. We serve the entire Chicagoland area (outside the city limits of Chicago), providing a straightforward approach to oil tank removal for a fair... more
Todo Excavation Inc
Based in Hobart and serving all of Northwest Indiana, Todo Excavation offers expert excavating, asphalt paving, demolition and much more. We’re a family owned and operated business founded in 1997. We’ve built a positive reputation in the community thanks... more
Adcock Construction Inc
Serving Naperville and surrounding communities, Adcock Construction Inc specializes in site preparation services ranging from excavating to demolition, and more. We have the experience needed to complete the toughest and most complex jobs in the area. Our mission... more
Turner Demolition Cleanup Service
Turner Demolition Cleanup Service has the experience, equipment, and knowledge needed to quickly and safely complete projects of all shapes and sizes. We specialize in demolition and debris/junk cleanup services. We know how to handle small and simple projects... more
Land & Lakes Company
Family owned and operated, Land and Lakes Environmental and Construction Services is committed to providing our customers with the highest level of service at the lowest possible price. Since 1966, our team of talented specialists has worked hard to offer the... more
Mold Squad Restoration & Contracting LLC
Mold Squad Restoration & Contracting LLC is a full-service property damage restoration company located in Braidwood, Illinois and offering professional services that customers throughout the Chicago area trust. With more than a decade of experience, Mold Squad provides nothing... more
Paige Enterprises
Paige Enterprises specializes in providing the greater Chicago area with comprehensive demolition services of the highest quality. We are committed to providing our customers with the results they want and the services they need at a price they can... 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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