Oil Tank Removal in Rock Falls, WI

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Ace Contractors LLC

Chippewa Falls, WI

At Ace Contractors, we take pride in being the premier commercial and residential demolition business in the Chippewa Valley area. We are committed to providing our clients with the best value for their money and always strive to deliver projects... more

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Berg's Bobcat Service

Colfax, WI

Serving all of Western Wisconsin, Berg’s Bobcat Service knows what it takes to successfully complete all kinds of projects, no matter how big or small. No other company in the area offers you more comprehensive, fast, or friendly services... more

Tank Removal Tips for Rock Falls, WI

Tips for Removing Tanks

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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