SouthWest Equipment Rental is a family-owned demolition business that takes pride in having outstanding customer service and long-lasting relationships with our customers. We offer the greater Fort Wayne, IN with a wide range of services, like commercial building demolition, house... more
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Mike's Demolition and Debris Removal LLC
Mike's Demolition and Debris Removal LLC is a family-owned small business that provides residential demolition and junk removal services in Elkhart, IN and the surrounding areas. From structural demolition to interior demolition, oil tank removal to house demolition, our crew... more
Morris Excavating Inc.
Family owned and operated, Morris Excavating has been serving White Pigeon, MI and nearby areas for nearly 50 years. Specializing in excavating and demolition, they also perform site clearing, site development, grading, and more. more
Mercer Septic & Excavating
Mercer Septic & Excavating specializes in dynamic septic services, excavating, demolition, and more. Our team of experts knows what it takes to serve customers in our community, and we don't stop until the job is done and the customer is... more
Riteway Services, Inc.
Since 2009, Riteway Services Inc has specialized in high-quality and experienced demolition and debris removal services, including mobile home demolition, oil tank removal, and more. We strive for excellence in all that we do. 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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