Editorial Articles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

Featured products of August

Freatured products of July

Integrated promotion programs and professional appearance and service help Advanced Hydro-Jet win in a crowded market

A contractor successfully cleans 300 feet of stormwater retention tunnels in a remote mountainous region of southwest Virginia

Manufacturers offer a wide range of products for stopping leaks and rehabilitating drain lines, sewer pipes and manholes

The Solo small-diameter pipe inspection system from RedZone Robotics Inc. lets contractors and municipal crews inspect multiple lines simultaneously without a dedicated operator and truck.

A Louisville contractor builds a business around replacing leaky manhole chimneys and sagging water valve boxes using an innovative technology