An elderly woman was recently scammed out of $30,000 in Dewey, Arizona, after a man claimed he’d replaced her entire septic system while...
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Preparing Seasonal Septic Systems for Winter
In cold climates, many residences are seasonal. Shutting down a septic system for the winter is a vital task for seasonal homeowners...
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Industry News: November 2018
Entry 288645Valley Industries names new Comet product managerPete Gustin was named Valley Industries’ new Comet product manager. He will be responsible for...
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Arm Yourself With Insurance Knowledge
Reading through complex insurance policies and understanding what’s covered and what’s not is about as appealing as cleaning a portable restroom with...
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10 Steps to Reversing Horrifying Negative Online Reviews
Entry 288652"The worst customer service experience ever! The pumper arrived an hour late for the appointment and was surly. Stay away!!!”“If you...
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Rules and Regs: Septic Code Bills Stalled in Michigan
In the spring, two bills were introduced into the Michigan Legislature with the intent of establishing a statewide code for onsite wastewater...
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Weekly Flush: Seller Says 'Too Bad' After Homebuyers Find Rotting Septic Tank Under Plywood
A news organization in Cortland Manor, New York, helped pressure listing agents to replace a collapsing septic tank after they brokered the...
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How to Ensure a Smooth Transition for the Sale of Your Business
The road map for selling a small business can be tricky to follow. And reaching your next destination — whether it’s a...
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Here's the Right Way to Respond to a Bad Review
Entry 288655As a business owner, you can’t help but smile when people tell you how much they appreciate your services. By the...
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Product News: October 2018
Entry 288658Reelcraft Industries cable welding reelsWCH7000 and WCH80001 spring-retractable cable welding reels from Reelcraft Industries are designed for electric welding applications. The...
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Tips for Safe, Effective Jetter Operation
Water jetters can open up lucrative new markets and dramatically improve profitability for savvy, expansion-minded pumpers. But if used incorrectly, these expensive...
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Adding Mutually Beneficial Services Can Boost Your Business
We’ve all heard of symbiosis between different species of animals, but what about symbiotic relationships between two very different service offerings? That’s...
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The Heat Is On: How Wildfires Affect Onsite Systems
Wildfires have become a year-round fact of life in California and other parts of the western United States, and while property owners...
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Industry News: October 2018
Vac-Con launches new interactive siteVac-Con announced it released a new version of its EXPLORE VAC-CON interactive website. It offers 360-degree video tours...
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Workshop Set to Highlight Basics of Onsite Wastewater
Learn the basic characteristics of wastewater and how soils can change and treat effluent. Become familiar with "wastewater math," and remove the...
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Divide and Conquer: Making the Most of Small Business Acquisitions
When you purchase another company, your customer base can double overnight. Through careful planning and strategy, you can easily fold these new...
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Cape Cod Drain Cleaning Pro Takes His Firend On His Toughest Jobs – His Mini-Rooter XP
“That machine is my friend. And I go nowhere without my friend,” says drain cleaning veteran Jeff Wall of the Mini-Rooter XP,...
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Florida Department of Environmental Protection Announces Septic Upgrade Incentive Program
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has announced its Septic Upgrade Incentive Program to improve water quality and protect Florida’s outstanding springs....
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Troubleshooting Tips: Tanks and Risers
After pumping a septic tank, in addition to checking the inlet and outlet baffles, the tank should be examined for any cracks...



















