Since 1952, Midwest Wrecking Company has demolished thousands of single family homes throughout the greater Chicagoland area. We have performed complete demolitions of large manufacturing plants, oil tank removals, interior demolition, and more. 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
Royal Demolition LLC
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
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
Rezzar Demolition, LLC
At Rezzar Demolition, LLC, our mission is to provide creative demolition solutions for our customers and safe careers for our people. Rezzar is a licensed and insured demo contractor and minority business owner in the state of Illinois. Contact us... more
Anderson Landscape Supply
Since our opening in 1993, Anderson Landscape Supply is a family owned business serving the greater Chicago area. Our services range from landscaping to oil tank removal, mobile home demolition, and more. more
Omega Demolition Corporation
Omega Demolition has been offering a wide range of services, including oil tank removals. We have an outstanding reputation in the industry for providing professional, dependable, cost-effective solutions to complex demolition problems, and oil tank removals are no exception. more
A Western Recycling
Since 2005, A Western Recycling has been raising the bar in quality service and customer care. They’re experts in all things waste disposal, debris removal, and light demolition. more
Bisping Construction
Based in New Lenox, Illinois, Bisping Construction is the reliable, affordable, and experienced construction company you’ve been looking for. Our years of experience in the industry and team of professionals allow us to provide the best services at the... 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
Bryant Midwest Corporation
The Ryan family has been serving communities with their infrastructure, construction and excavation needs since 1884. With such a storied past, we are the company that can help your business with our heavy construction know how. We assign a Bryant Midwest... 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
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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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