JC Myers Construction Co
JC Myers Construction Co is a family-owned and operated demolition company serving Warrensburg, MO and the surrounding areas. Since 1948, we've been safely demolishing a variety... more
Gold Star Construction LLC
Let the experts at Gold Star Construction remove the oil tank from your property! Our team is fast, safe, and efficient in all that we... more
B2 Demolition and Hauling Services
B2 Demolition and Hauling Services has consistently gone the extra mile for our customers, earning us a reputation for exceptional customer service, fair prices, and... more
Valet Services
Valet Services is a family-owned and operated demolition company based in Grandview, MO. We specialize in offering a quality and affordable service to our surrounding... more
Houston Excavating & Demolition
Houston Excavating & Demolition is a family owned and operated demolition company operating in the Kansas City, Missouri area. Since 1992, the Houston family has provided... more
Advanced Trenching
Advanced Trenching offers a wide variety of services to Raymore, MO and nearby areas. Our services include demolition, excavating, plumbing, construction, dump truck services, and... more
O'Connor Excavation
Founded in 2014, O'Connor Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We specialize in mobile home demolition, pool removal and fills, oil... more
Greg Bair Track Hoe Service Inc
Bair Greg Track Hoe Service Inc. believes in getting jobs done right the first time and will work to ensure that our clients are satisfied... more
New Generation Demo LLC
At New Generation Demo LLC, our professional team ensures the job gets done safely, cost effectively and according to spec. We’re an experienced demolition... more
Industrial Wrecking Co. Inc.
At Industrial Wrecking Co., Inc., our motto is “We Wreck Anything.” We have experience in a number of demolition projects ranging from residential all the... more
Johnson Excavating
Johnson Excavating has the experienced team needed to seccussfully complete a variety of projects, including oil tank removal. Our services are second to none, and... more
Elite Dirt Workz
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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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