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Entry 288630CUES QuickZoom III video inspection pole cameraThe QuickZoom III from CUES is a lightweight, portable, wireless digital video inspection pole camera...

There’s no shortage of competition in this industry, especially for companies working in bigger markets. Sometimes customers have dozens of septic pumping companies...

The physical work gets harder as pumpers age. Just ask Jody Forest, co-owner of Forest Septic Environmental Services in Des Moines, Iowa. At...

One of the most consequential decisions you face as the owner of a septic pumping operation is whether or not you should...

Drainfield trenches should be installed level and on the contour. If surfacing occurs at the end of one or more trenches, they...

Pumping companies looking to diversify services, as well as generate an additional revenue stream by collecting and recycling grease trap waste, may...

Mike worked for a medium-sized business and went to work every day happy to have a job. But he wasn’t too enthused...

Year after year, organizations fund grant programs to improve water quality by helping people repair or replace failing onsite systems, and a...

Your business is growing and it’s clear you’ll need to hire another employee or two by next spring. Have the wages you’re offering...

When the dam failed at Lake Delhi in northeastern Iowa in 2010, the state agreed to help Delaware County and local property...

Aft the end of last winter season — which did not occur until after April 25 where I live, the last day...

Name and title or job description: John Bowen, president Business name and location: Ken-Way Services of Rice Lake Inc., Rice Lake, Wisconsin Age:...

Tom Frank added a red 2017 Freightliner M2 with a 3,500-gallon steel tank with full-opening rear door and hoist and a National...

Combating foul odors can be a constant struggle for portable restroom operators. Heavy use and hot weather can add to the challenge....

It’s rare for a small family business to prosper into a fourth generation. That’s a source of pride to Jody and Penny...

Professional sailor Joe Spooner holds the position of “grinder” during a big race. He’s among the biggest and brawniest guys on the...