Vacuum Truck Articles

Treating customers and employees right and building an efficient plan for disposal put Wisconsin pumper Mike Oberg in a position to succeed.

Jim’s Septic Service uses a Power Booster to increase income, save time and take it easy on technicians.

Planning ahead and having multiple options for septage treatment and disposal keeps busy Metro-Rooter efficient and productive.

A lot has changed in the pumping industry over the last couple decades, including many improvements to the vac truck.

We feature Zeiter Septics Unlimited Inc., Morris, Illinois.

Jeff and Debbie Coe are always on the lookout to make things easier for their hardworking crew.

Pennsylvania’s Regan Wilson uses his training as a mechanic and some industry networking at the WWETT Show to build a new pumping business.

There are benefits to buying an existing business, but the process comes with its own set of unique challenges.

To borrow a line from Clint Eastwood, a truck owner’s “got to know his limitations” when it comes to repair and maintenance.

Your truck contributes to the first impression customers have of you and your company - so make it a good one

If it’s happening in California now, the rest of the country should take notice. Prepare yourself by hearing one pumper’s perspective on changing laws and regulations.

Exceeding your truck’s GVWR payload capacity can strain the drivetrain and suspension, and lead to cracks in the vacuum tank.

Goodwin Septic Tank Service Inc. stayed ahead of regulations with an innovative disposal facility on Colorado’s Western Slope.

Shifting regulations, costly smog rules and a competitive marketplace guide California’s Sludgebusters on an uncertain path to profitability.