Last month brought another strong lineup of industry coverage, expert insights and practical strategies from across the septic pumping and installation sector. To help readers stay caught up, we’re rounding up some of the most-read stories from July on Pumper.
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5. Pumpers See Bigger Applicant Pools as Job Market Shifts
When a well-known California septic company posted two job openings on Indeed, they were shocked to receive over 100 local applications in just a few days. Navo & Sons successfully triaged this massive candidate pool and shared what their hiring experience reveals about the shifting dynamics of today's labor market.
4. Back to Basics: An Easy Way to Prevent Settled Pipes and Callbacks
While proper trench bedding might seem like a basic fundamental, skipping this critical step remains the leading cause of settled pipes, blocked flow and costly backups. Committing to high-quality stone backfill and proper "haunching" techniques will eliminate preventable callbacks and ensure your work stands the test of time.
3. Dealing With a Hairy Septic System
Because human hair and pet fur are made of tough keratin proteins, they resist decomposition in septic tanks and can cause stubborn clogs and damaged effluent pumps. Read this guide to understand how hair impacts onsite wastewater treatment.
2. California Septic Company Brings Easy Culture to Tough Jobs
Since 1958, Navo & Sons has built a thriving full-service septic business in rural California by blending family tradition with modern innovation. In this online article, read about how this third-generation company has successfully tripled its workforce, expanded its fleet with cutting-edge technology and created a robust in-house training program to overcome industry hiring challenges.
1. Louisiana Bill Represents Warning Sign for the Trades
Louisiana recently passed HB953, a controversial law that dismantles the state's independent plumbing board and slashes the training hours required to earn journeyman and contractor licenses. As similar deregulation efforts spread nationwide under the guise of housing affordability, the PHCC is urging industry professionals to advocate for rigorous licensing standards to protect public health and long-term building safety.
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