December 2012 Issue of Pumper

A third-generation Idaho pumping outfit adds plumbing and other services, uses TV advertising campaigns to build profits and serve a far-flung region.

Before entering into a maintenance contract, be sure you know the system’s performance issues and site conditions.

Rules and Regs is a monthly feature in Pumper. We welcome information about state or local regulations of potential broad interest to onsite contractors.

Adding two established companies to his own mom and pop pumping business was a lot of hard work, but Virginia’s Bruce Hines says he would do it all over again.

Expand your service menu by using jetters, drain cleaning machines, inspection cameras, locators, and pipeline maintenance and relining systems.

A poster wonders how to preserve his vacuum tank after an unfortunate implosion shuts it down.

Launching or updating your company’s website is like any other business expense. You get what you pay for and you should go in knowing what you need.

If you want the best representation and the most reasonable cost, ask your attorney if he has experience handling the task at hand.

Through Expo roundtable discussions, contractors network their way to better use of emerging technologies, improved customer service and marketing ideas that produce.

Six historic Indianapolis neighborhood districts showcase thriving art and music scenes.

You have many great ideas to give your business a boost. But they won’t see the light of day unless you sort, prioritize and act on them.

2012 crop of Classy Trucks get the job done … and look good doing it!

Pumper invites your state association to post notices and news items in this column.