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A Tale of Two Onsite System Inspections
In past columns, I have discussed the need for and the use of standard inspection methods for various levels of inspection. Levels...
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Should a Tank Be Pumped for an Inspection? You Betcha.
Frequently I am asked whether pumping is required during a septic tank inspection to determine if it is watertight, structurally sound and...
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Lake George Inspection Training Attracted Surprising Crowds
Lake George, in upstate New York, is 32 miles long and 200 feet deep at its maximum and is one of the...
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Share Your Industry Knowledge Via Pumper’s Virtual Training Day
Calling all septic services industry experts! Are you interested in sharing your knowledge with others? If so, Pumper is looking forward to...
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Rainfall Records Threaten Onsite Systems on Low Ground
Entry 287559We’ve received a few questions recently dealing with issues around high groundwater, drainage and impacts on current septic systems, and designs...
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Look for User Error With Failed Pressure Distribution Systems
Entry 287610Over the past few months, I have received a few questions and comments that pertain to pressure distribution systems. I have...
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Jennifer Morris Believes in the Value of Networking
Name and title or job description: Jennifer Morris, chief executive officer and owner along with husband Gregory Morris
Business name and location: GFM...
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Wieser Concrete Announces Spring 2020 Training Seminars
These one-day seminars provide six continuing education credits and are designed for professionals working in the field of onsite wastewater treatment, dispersal...
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You May Not Please Everyone With a Real Estate Inspection
Entry 287676The past couple of months must be the time for questions about time-of-sale real estate inspections. I have always said these...
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For Mike Capra, Job No. 1 Is Satisfying and Educating the Customer
Name and title or job description: Mike Capra, owner
Business name and location: Capra’s Utilities, White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Age: 43
Years in...
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Onsite Industry Needs Partners to Keep Waterways Clean
Entry 287716Vermont has more than 800 lakes and ponds, many carved out by the glaciers centuries ago and others created by dams....
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Working in Colorado Can Be a Real Blast
Entry 287722Name and title or job description: Seamus Doone
Business name and location: Doone Brothers Sewer and Septic Services, operating out of Lakewood...
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Customers Come First for Florida Wastewater Professionals
Name and title or job description: Gary Pinkas, owner
Business name and location: Bradford Septic Tank Co., West Palm Beach, Florida
Services offered:...
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$20,000 Prize to Study Wisconsin Island’s Wastewater Challenges
Washington Island lies in Lake Michigan off the end of Wisconsin’s Door County peninsula. It’s home to about 800 year-round residents; the...
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Consistent Regulations, Timely Inspections Needed to Advance Onsite in Virginia
Name and title or job description:
Ronnie Thomas, principal owner and consultant, former president
Mark Burns, president and owner
Charlie Seamon, vice president...
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Customer Expectations Skyrocket When Renting a Restroom Trailer
Your customers rent restroom trailers for comfort and luxury, and they are willing to pay for it. In exchange, they expect a...