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Berg's Bobcat Service
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
Dougs Trucking & Excavating Llc
Dougs Trucking & Excavating LLC specializes in exceptional demolition, excavating, and land clearing services. Our team is experienced, capable, and friendly. We serve the Strum, WI area, offering oil tank removal and much more. more
RM Schlosser Excavating LLC
RM Schlosser Excavating LLC is Durand, Wisconsin and surrounding areas' leading source for excavating and demolition services. We are dedicated to serving our customers and providing them with reliable, professional services, including oil tank removal. more
Jackson Trucking & Excavating
Jackson Trucking & Excavating provides the Cadott area with elite services at fair rates. We are capable of completing all kinds of projects, both big and small, whether it be concrete removal or mobile home demolition, oil tank removal or commercial... more
Green Thumb Landscaping & Excavating, Inc.
Let the experienced professionals of Green Thumb Landscaping & Excavating, Inc. assist your next demolition project. We offer fair rates on a variety of services, including oil tank removal. 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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