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All Cal Demolition
All Cal Demolition is based in Sacramento, California and serves surrounding areas, including residential and commercial customers. They specialize in demolition and excavation, but they also perform concrete work, cutting and sawing, construction, and more. more
Blue Cord Demolitions
Blue Cord Demolitions is the Bay Area's leading source for demolition and junk removal services. With over 20 years of combined experience in the industry, we have worked on countless oil tank removal projects and have it down to a science.... more
G.N. Henley, Inc.
In Oakland, California, G.N. Henley, Inc. has a reputation for providing professional, high-quality services that are second to none. Incorporated in 1971, our third-generation company is capable of completing projects of all shapes and sizes, serving both public and... more
Gibbs Shoring and Leveling
Gibbs Shoring and Leveling specializes in demolition, junk removal, commercial waste management, shoring, and more throughout Stockton, CA and the surrounding areas. Our oil tank removal services are time and cost-efficient for the convenience of our customers. Learn more and... more
Heavy Load Construction
Heavy Load Construction owner/operator, Durval Serafim, began as a construction worker in 1989 and then decided to start his own company. Since then, he has performed contractor work all over the Bay Area, earning a great reputation for quality and... more
Idig Backhoe Services
Idig Backhoe Service is located in Vacaville, California and serves surrounding areas. We offer comprehensive services to handle your biggest, toughest projects. We specialize in excavation and demolition work, so you can trust that your structure will be demolished safely... more
Jim Thorpe Inc
Founded in 1967, Jim Thorpe Inc. offers a full range of excavation and demolition services to Lodi, California and surrounding areas. We specialize in installing and removing underground fuel tanks, as well as environmental cleanup and demolition services. No matter what... more
Montgomery Contractors Inc
Serving Sacramento and surrounding areas, Montgomery Contractors Inc specializes in interior demolition. Our goal is to exceed customers' expectations in every aspect of our service, from customer service to craftsmanship, pricing, and everything in between. We possess the... more
R. B. Environmental
Since 1990, R. B. Environmental has been providing expert demolition throughout the Central Valley, Bay Area, and Northern California. There is no demo job that we haven't successfully completed in our over 30 years in the industry. more
Riverbank Interiors
Riverbank Interiors provides top-notch oil tank removal services throughout the greater Riverbank, CA area and beyond. When you hire us, you'll never have to worry about being overcharged and underwhelmed with our services. Our team knows how to tear down... more
Scott's Demolition
Family owned and operated for more than two decades and counting, Scott’s Demolition is rooted in strong family values and the Christian way. We believe in offering the customer an honest service and competitive rates – we’re not satisfied... more
Sena Hauling
At Sena Hauling, our team of experienced and reliable professionals can perform a wide range of demolition services, including oil tank removal. More than that, we take care of all the disposal and labor required for your demolition project to... 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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