Inside the August 2010 Issue

Features

Cover Story: Where the Air Gets Thin

Working in the Rocky Mountains opens the doors for a contractor who built a startup plumbing operation into a diverse and profitable enterprise

In My Words: Upping the Pressure

The addition of high-powered waterjetting systems helps Skeen Plumbing establish an elite reputation around Jackson, Miss.

Tech Perspective: Tracking Impact

Internet advertising is a great component of a marketing program. Technology that helps gauge its effectiveness makes it even better.

Columns

From the Editor: Work on Your Strengths

It’s not your weaknesses that need strengthening. It’s your unique ability that you should constantly hone to get the most from your business and life

Reader Pipelines: Winning with Water

Contractors rely on quality equipment, well-trained people and performance on the job to drive success in waterjetting

Better Business: The Cardinal Sin

One of the worst mistakes a business owner can make is hanging on to the wrong person in the wrong job for too long.

Product News: Product News

Money Manager: New on the IRS Front

2010 brings a number of changes in tax laws that might affect a small business like yours. Now may be a good time to visit your tax advisor.

Money Machines: Making It Personal

Sparkling-clean vehicles put a public face on a California drain cleaner and speak volumes to customers about high-quality, professional service

Industry News: Industry News

WJTA-IMCA Expo planned for Aug. 17-19; Ted DeBoda Named NASSCO Executive Director; Louisiana FS Solutions Center Adds Guzzler Parts; Draincables Direct Opens California Location; PipeFlo Becomes Installer for LMK Enterprises; Elastec/American Marine Assists with Gulf Oil Spill; StoneAge Named 2010 Colorado Company to Watch; Pat’s Pump Named Distributor for Myers/Aplex

Safety First: Do They Buckle Up?

Seat belt usage is now the nearly universal law. But do your company’s drivers always wear them?

Tough Job: Code Red

A creative approach to pipe bursting helps a contractor crew quickly repair a failed sewer line under a hospital emergency room entrance

Product Spotlight: Attache Monitor from Scooter Features 250 GB Hard Drive

The Attache family of monitors and recorders from Scooter Video Inspection Systems is the newest generation for use with the company’s current inspection systems and prior models.