Mercer Island Construction is a family-owned, general contracting company in the Puget Sound region focusing on both commercial and residential demolition, including oil tank removal! We are dedicated to providing the highest quality craftsmanship reflected through all aspects of our... more
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Team Nelson Earthwork & Utilities
Team Nelson Earthwork & Utilities strives to achieve the highest standards and professionalism in the industry. We specialize in all aspects of residential and commercial site work, demolition, excavating and utilities. We have an exceptional safety record and decades... more
Tanks by Dallas
Tanks by Dallas is a family company providing cost-effective services. They specialize in oil tank removal and cleaning but also offer soil testing and mold remediation. They file the necessary permits for their work, so all you have to worry... more
Woodland Industries
Woodland Industries is proud to serve the greater Tacoma area and has been doing so for more than 15 years. We offer a wide range of services, including a multitude of residential and commercial demolition options. Reach out today to learn... more
Ron's Earthworks Inc
We are proud to be a veteran-owned business and will work with you on your project from the ground up. We guarantee you will be satisfied with the results. Since we opened our doors in 1978, we have garnered decades of... more
Brike Excavating & Underground Utilities
Brike Excavating & Underground Utilities LLC, located in Renton, Washington and proudly serves Western Washington. Since 1999, we have been working with various residential, commercial, municipal, and governmental customers. Taking on big and small projects, we do it... more
Demolition Man Inc
Since 1983, Demolition Man Inc. has been providing reliable, professional, and affordable services to residential and commercial customers of all kinds. We specialize in partial or complete demolition, as well as the demolition of heavy industrial buildings, large commercial structures, bridges,... more
Langseth Environmental LLC
Langseth Environmental LLC can tackle demolition services of all sizes, including oil tank removal, interior demo, garage and shed demolition, pool removal, concrete removal, and more. Reach out to us today for a free quote! 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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