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Insulating Septic and Dosing Tanks to Avoid Freezing During Winter

In cold climates, insulating a septic tank may be necessary to maintain the internal tank temperatures necessary for active digestion and even to…
Don't Forget to Vote for the Classiest Truck of 2019

Don't Forget to Vote for the Classiest Truck of 2019

Don't forget to check out this year's nominees for the 2019 Classy Truck of the Year and vote for your favorite. These pumpers have taken great care…
Winter work

Adding Snow Removal Can Help Keep Your Crew Busy This Winter

Western Septic & Excavation employees spend the off-season handling snowplowing for its small town
Industry News: December 2019

Industry News: December 2019

Catch up on the latest acquisitions, promotions and company milestones
Winter wear

Keep Your Service Technicians Warm With High-Tech Clothing

Rest easy knowing your portable restroom operation's employees are safe and warm this winter
Installation tips

Septic Installation and Excavation Tips

An installer shares knowledge gained through years of experience
Boosting Knowledge

5 Methods to Boost On-the-Job Knowledge

Education helps everyone reach their personal potential and attain company goals
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Will the Septic Tank You’re Installing Float?

To ensure a tank will not float when in saturated soil, a buoyancy analysis should be conducted. Here’s how to calculate if tank stability is a concern.
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Rules & Regs: Florida Moves Toward Water Quality Overhaul

Also in this month's regulations update, the U.S. Supreme Court hears Maui County, Hawaii's case
6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Selling Your Business

6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Selling Your Business

Eventually you might reach a point where you decide to get out of your business, whether it is retirement beckoning or a desire to take on a new venture. Here are a few things to think about before taking that step.
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Providing Efficient Health Insurance Options Is Not an Impossible Dream

Follow these five tactics to reduce medical costs and improve health care service for your team
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Weekly Flush: South Carolina State Guard Surpasses Fourth Year Without Working Toilets​

Also in this week's septic-related news, read about a smart toilet that sings to its users
Business without you

Can Your Company Function Without You?

There are benefits to maintaining a small operation, but be leery of having a business that has a single point of failure
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Heavily Diversified Pumper Considers Concrete Crushing and Recycling

Concrete crushing and recycling might be the next diversification move for the wastewater and excavation pros at Snyder & Mylin
How Your Website Can Help You Attract New, Young Talent

How Your Website Can Help You Attract New, Young Talent

Here are some tips to make your website's 'Hiring' page engaging, informative and fun
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​Customers Stick With Pumpers Who Have Deep Local Roots

A septic services company with longevity and local history says a lot to a potential customer, according to Misty Price, co-owner of Price’s Septic…
Volunteering

Why You Should Consider Paying Employees for Volunteering

Allowing your crew to work for their favorite charity on your dime could keep younger workers happy and impress prospective customers
Cast Your Vote in the Contractors' Choice Awards

Cast Your Vote in the Contractors' Choice Awards

Pumper magazine is announcing the Contractors' Choice Awards where our readers — you, the contractors — can cast votes for your favorite equipment in…
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Portable Vacuum Units Can Help You Reach Challenging Indoor Grease Traps

When indoor grease traps aren’t readily accessible for pumping with a large vacuum truck, technicians at Greenway Waste Solutions in Charlotte, North…
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How to Join Seams on Septic Tanks

Whether it’s a top-seam or midseam tank, concrete or fiberglass-reinforced plastic, the seam must be rendered watertight for proper septic system function