Oil Tank Removal in White Lake, WI

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Krueger & Steinfest Inc

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Antigo, WI

With more than 50 years of experience, Krueger & Steinfast Inc knows what it takes to complete jobs within budget and on schedule. Not only is our team professional to the core, but we put customer service at the forefront of... more

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L.J. Sperberg Construction

Shawano, WI

L.J. Sperberg Construction is the Shawano, Wisconsin area's go-to company for construction and demolition services. We offer residential and commercial demolition services, 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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