Inside the June 2008 Issue

Features

Cover Story: Still Hard at Work

Compliance EnviroSystems continues the long and difficult task of restoring New Orleans area sewer systems after the 2005 hurricanes

Overheard Online: Phone Books vs. Internet

Cleaning professionals debate the merits of Yellow Pages advertising as compared with the Internet and other venues

Profile: Flush With Success

Roto-Rooter of Ogden brings 24-hour, high-quality inspection and cleaning service to residential and municipal customers across Northern Utah

Tech Perspective: Compact Power

Trailer-mounted cleaning and hydroexcavation units can provide a solid complement to full-size truck-mounted vacuum systems

Columns

Money Manager: Time to Sell?

These practical tips will help you be ready when the right offer comes, and ensure that your business has the value to command a favorable price

Better Business: The Equity in Quality

It’s not marketing flash but excellent performance that lets your company gain a strong brand and a competitive advantage

Reader Pipelines: The Big Rig

Successful contractors tell how vacuum or combination trucks helped them open doors to projects beyond those they bought the equipment for

Safety First: Team Effort

Safe operation of high-pressure waterblasters calls for cooperation among crew members

Tough Job: Reaching Out

An innovative mix of technologies helps a Massachusetts sewer department seal leaking laterals, reduce I&I, and preserve treatment plant capacity

From the Editor: Opting Out

It takes courage to stand aside and let others play the price game. The rewards of that choice are better customers, happier employees, and higher profits.

Money Machines: On Steroids?

A highly customized Jeep Grand Cherokee helps EcoClean build a reputation for inspecting in tough-to-reach places

Industry News: News From Around the Industry

NLB Releases Accessory Catalog, Updates Online Quoting; Hannay Reels Marks 75th Anniversary

Product Spotlight: 42

Camera System Lets Technicians Share Results Instantly