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North Bay Coring & Cutting Inc
North Bay Coring & Cutting is focused on delivering exceptional results for residential and commercial projects. We have state of the art equipment and highly trained professionals get the job done on schedule and within budget. more
Northwest General Engineering
NorthWest General Engineering is a full-service general engineering contractor located in Santa Rosa, CA. We specialize in demolition, grading, paving, and underground site work projects. Since 2000, we have been serving commercial and industrial customers, and we take immense pride in... more
Paul Michael Co Inc
Dedicated to bringing customers like you dependable solutions for all your site preparation needs, Michael Paul Co Inc. is highly experienced in septic tanks and systems, utilities, grading, water and sewer, and all things demolition. more
John's Excavating
John's Excavating is an experienced hazardous materials licensed contractor located in Sonoma County, CA. Our expertise is in commercial and residential demolition, 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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