Specializing in oil tank removal for residential and commercial properties, Bouchard Hauling & Removal is a veteran and family-owned business in Belfair, WA. Speak to a team member today for your free project quote! more
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Woodland Industries
Woodland Industries is proud to serve the greater Tacoma area and has been doing so for more than 15 years. We offer a wide range of services, including a multitude of residential and commercial demolition options. Reach out today to learn... more
Langseth Environmental LLC
Langseth Environmental LLC can tackle demolition services of all sizes, including oil tank removal, interior demo, garage and shed demolition, pool removal, concrete removal, and more. Reach out to us today for a free quote! more
99 Junk Removal
99 Junk Removal is the go-to choice for safe and affordable residential demolition throughout Seattle, WA and the surrounding areas. From oil tank removal to interior demolition, we can handle it all. Get in touch today for more info! more
Ron's Earthworks Inc
We are proud to be a veteran-owned business and will work with you on your project from the ground up. We guarantee you will be satisfied with the results. Since we opened our doors in 1978, we have garnered decades of... more
Residential Excavating & Demolition
Residential Excavating & Demolition provides the greater Olympia area with reliable demolition and excavating services. Our crew is qualified to deal with the biggest and smallest projects, including concrete removal, mobile home demolition, oil tank removal, and much more. more
Roy Thorp Construction & Excavation
Thorp Construction, based out of Aberdeen, WA, provides a plethora of services for residential and commercial customers. Our team works tirelessly to provide quality results at affordable prices, regardless of the scope or size of the project. more
DSE Excavating
For all your residential and commercial demolition and excavating needs, look no further than DSE Excavating Inc. With more than 30 years of experience, we can demolish oil tanks, houses, mobile homes, and more. 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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