J & R Trucking & Septic Systems Inc
Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan area, J & R Trucking & Septic Systems Inc understands what it takes to complete projects both big and small. Our team... more
S2 Services & Rent-a-Bin Michigan
S2 Services & Rent-a-Bin Michigan is West Michigan's go-to source for residential demolition, dumpster rental, and junk removal services. Our services include house and garage demolition,... more
Affordable Excavating Inc
Affordable Excavating can safely remove or repair your septic system. We specialize in water and sewer systems, plumbing and replacement, excavation, repair, and tank removal... more
Specialized Demolition Inc
Licensed and insured, Specialized Demolition, Inc. has been serving Hamilton and the greater Allegan, MI area since 2001. They specialize in all things demolition and excavating,... more
Cutting Edge Excavating
Cutting Edge Excavating is a family-owned and operated company that has been serving the commercial and residential needs of the Grand Rapids area for over 25... more
Curt De Jonge Excavating
Located in Holland, MI, Curt De Jonge Excavating specializes in providing residential and commercial customers with exceptional services at unheard of prices. They are experts... more
Dean's Landscaping & Excavating
Family owned and operated, Dean’s Landscaping & Excavating has been serving Sand Lake, MI and the greater Grand Rapids area since 1977. They specialize in demolition... more
Tiles Excavating Inc
Located in Nunica, MI and serving the Grand Haven Tri Cities area, Tiles Excavating, Inc. knows what it takes to complete the biggest and smallest... more
Oetman Excavating
Oetman Excavating is proud to serve Allegan, Michigan and nearby communities. We specialize in excavating and demolition services, including oil tank removal, providing professional and... more
GVL Excavating
Residential and commercial customers throughout Allegan, MI turn to GVL Excavating when they're in need of full-service demolition services. Our crew is highly trained to... more
Anderson Rick Excavating
Anderson Rick Excavating can customize existing property to better suit your needs through demolition, grading, landscaping, basements, pools, driveways, and more. They perform a wide... more
B & R Excavating Inc
With more than 50 years of experience in the industry, B & R Excavating knows what it takes to serve the Midwest. We specialize in demolition and... more
Dumpster Divers LLC
Dumpster Divers LLC is a small demolition, dumpster rental, and junk removal company in the greater Grand Rapids, MI area. We started this small business... more
Richards Septic Tank Service & Excavating
With over 55 years of experience, Richards Septic Tank Service & Excavating has been a trusted source for all of Greenville, Michigan's septic system needs. ... 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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