Oil Tank Removal in Olive Branch, IL

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Accelerated Excavation Inc

Marion, IL

We are proud to serve the Marion, IL area. Our team is committed to providing excellent customer service and quality excavation and demolition work. To find out more or to get a free quote for your oil tank removal project,... more

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Robinson Excavating

Murphysboro, IL

Experience precision and efficiency with our excavation contractor services. From land clearing to demolition, our expert team utilizes top-of-the-line equipment to ensure your project is completed on time and within budget. Contact us for a free tank removal quote today. more

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Southern Illinois Property Restoration LLC

Marion, IL

Southern Illinois Property Restoration LLC is a family owned and operated small business. We take pride in everything we do, from demolition to debris hauling. Contact us today to get a free quote for your oil tank removal project. 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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