Small Business Articles

Bill Leppala of Tula Toilet and Septic in Ironwood, Michigan, shares his secret for moving portable restrooms on saturated ground

Appearing more likeable to customers is a skill that can be honed. Here’s how.

This year's disastrous hurricane season serves as a good reminder of why it's so important to plan for the worst

A small-business owner and his son visit devastated Rockport, Texas, to provide help after Hurricane Harvey

Yvonne Hoover's industry is dominated by men, but she's not going to let that stop her from pumping septics

A lot can happen on a job that could bring a lawsuit your way, whether you’re at fault or not. Make sure you’re protected.

Have a plan in place in order to provide much-needed portable sanitation services after a hurricane or other disaster

With power outages across the state, pumpers are running 24 hours a day to keep lift stations from overflowing

You may dread the times when the phone isn’t ringing, but it can be an opportunity to play catch-up on neglected tasks and make plans to ward off future slow periods

There are distinct advantages to buying outright and financing pumper trucks. Let an expert help you decide which path is right for your business.

Competitors will always be there, but it’s up to you whether they impact your business

Rex King, Jr. had to borrow money from his family to start his pumping company at 21, but paying them back won’t be a problem with this kind of business.

Use these guidelines to help ensure you’re getting the most benefit out of your payment plans

There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to managing expenses and cash flow.