RG Environmental, Inc, based in Deerfield, is Wisconsin’s premier demolition and environmental remediation company. We’re dedicated to fast, safe, and affordable demolition and disposal for homeowners, businesses, and other clients. We’re a licensed asbestos contractor capable of... more
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Graceful LLC
Serving the Janesville, Wisconsin area, Graceful LLC is the company to turn to when you need demolition and excavating services. We are proud to offer well-rounded services and have many areas of expertise. We can handle almost any outdoor... more
Fink's Paving, Excavating & Concrete
Since 1972, Fink's Paving, Excavating & Concrete has dedicated itself to setting the standard in the demolition industry. For more than 45 years, we have been offering demolition, excavating, concrete and asphalt services, and so much more. We are... more
Jaw's Services Inc
Jaw's Services Inc. is dedicated to delivering projects within budget and on-schedule. We own the appropriate equipment to get the job done safely and efficiently. We are a local business that was established in 2000. Our staff is skilled and experienced... more
Lehman Excavating LLC
Based out of Wautoma, Wisconsin, Lehman Excavating LLC delivers affordable commercial and residential demolition services. Our trained contractors can remove swimming pools and large amounts of concrete, tear down sheds and barns, and demolish mobile homes. No matter the needs... more
Jaeckel Bros
Established in 1921, Jaeckel Bros has been the excavation and demolition experts of Jefferson, Wisconsin and surrounding communities. For 85 years, our team of specialists has been providing the best excavation services available, including foundation digging, basement digging, top soil, sand, gravel,... more
Alonso Landscape Service LLC
Established in 2004, Alonso Landscape Service has been striving to provide superior professionalism and value in the landscape design/build market. We specialize in various landscaping services, snow removal, demolition, planting, seasonal clean ups, and much more. more
Meister's K & M Tree & Landscape
We strive to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction at Meister’s K&M. We don’t cut corners on any project; we believe in doing the job the right way and producing a quality result. For more... more
Shamrock Earth Services
Shamrock Earth Services provides a number of services including earthwork and demolition, along with snow removal and material hauling. We have the heavy equipment to get it done.Being a family owned business allows us to be flexible with our... more
Lanzendorf's
Highly experienced in the demolition field, we’re experts at clearing away the old to make room for the new. In addition, we also perform oil tank removals with a focus on safety and a clean final job site—everything... 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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