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
Elite Dirt Workz
Elite Dirt Workz has more than 15 years of experience offering residential, commercial, and agricultural services, ranging from earth-moving to excavating, demolition, trenching, and more. ... 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
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
McElreath Excavating
At McElreath Excavating, we know what it takes to complete excavating and demolition jobs on time and within budget, including oil tank removal. We communicate... 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
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
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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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