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BWC

Solon, IA

BWC is your local source for all things demolition, excavation, trucking, water blasting, vacuuming, and more. Our goal is to safely provide the highest quality... more

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Crandall Excavating LLC

Clinton, IA

Crandall Excavating LLC is a locally-owned business operating out of Clinton, IA. We offer quality excavating, demolition, and land grading services at fair prices. We... more

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G & H Construction Co Inc

Bettendorf, IA

Throughout the Davenport, Iowa area, G & H Construction Co Inc is known for providing high-quality demolition and construction services. We provide fast, friendly oil tank... more

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Hernstrom Excavating

Moline, IL

Hernstrom Excavating, based in Moline, is an excavation specialist. We provide demolition, excavation, and more to residential and commercial customers. Contact us today to receive... more

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Robert G Thompson Trucking

Kirkwood, IL

Robert G Thompson Trucking provides top-quality demolition, wrecking, and hauling services to the greater Kirkwood community. From large commercial renovations to small residential projects, we're... more

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Tank Removal Tips for Reynolds, IL

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.

Learn more: Removing an Oil Tank? Start Here.