Eagle BioMass
For all your oil tank removal needs in Chicago and the surrounding communities, reach out to Eagle BioMass. Our demolition technicians are well trained in... more
Illinois Selective Demolition LLC
Illinois Selective Demolition LLC is a leading resource for a wide variety of demolition services throughout Naperville, Illinois and the surrounding areas. Our team is... more
B&H Demolition LLC
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Royal Demolition LLC
Royal Demolition LLC has been providing the Northlake, IL area with expert demolition services for over a decade. Our work is consistent and well done,... more
MBR Wrecking Inc.
MBR Wrecking is a highly qualified, extensively trained, fully licensed and insured demolition contractor. With our vast network of skilled operators we can handle any... more
Keeler Construction Group Inc.
At Keeler Construction Group Inc., we are a family owned local business looking to leave our customers with the ultimate satisfaction of their project. We... more
GDI Land Management
GDI Land Management is a small, locally-owned and operated business that services the Will County area and surrounding towns. We own a fleet of cutting-edge... more
Liberty Property Management LLC
Liberty Property Managment LLC is a family owned and operated company with more than 25 years of experience. We serve the entire Chicagoland area (outside the... more
Champton Demolition and Junk Removal
Champton Demolition and Junk Removal is a leading provider of full-service junk removal and demolition services in the Chicagoland area. We guarantee our customers’ satisfaction,... more
Adcock Construction Inc
Serving Naperville and surrounding communities, Adcock Construction Inc specializes in site preparation services ranging from excavating to demolition, and more. We have the experience... more
Turner Demolition Cleanup Service
Turner Demolition Cleanup Service has the experience, equipment, and knowledge needed to quickly and safely complete projects of all shapes and sizes. We specialize in... more
Mold Squad Restoration & Contracting LLC
Mold Squad Restoration & Contracting LLC is a full-service property damage restoration company located in Braidwood, Illinois and offering professional services that customers throughout... 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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