Offering customers more than one drain cleaning option is central to Smiley Drain’s operational playbook. That’s why along with cable and sectional...
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Examining Drain Clog Culprits
Here’s a look at the common ways different types of pipe clog.
Terracotta sewer pipe
Terracotta is famous for having two major issues —...
Editorial
High-Pressure Jet Cuts Through Concrete
It’s not uncommon for construction contractors to run into a big problem: pipelines accidentally filled with concrete, slurry or other kinds of...
Editorial
Marketing-Focused Drain Cleaner Looks to Build New Franchise System
Marketing isn’t always a priority for drain cleaners who are busy out in the field every day, trying to rack up revenue.
But...
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Product Focus: Chemical and Mechanical Root Control
Cable Machines
Duracable DM175The DM175 upright machine from Duracable is ideal for clearing a sewer line that’s been infiltrated by tough tree roots....
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General Pipe Cleaners Is Asking “Give Us Your Best Shot!”
General Pipe Cleaners is conducting a photo/video contest called Give Us Your Best Shot! where participants can win one of three big...
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The Easier, More Economical Way to Locate Water Leaks
The Gen-Ear LE from General Pipe Cleaners provides a simple, more economical water leak locator with stronger sound amplification than competitive systems offer.
Gen-Ear...
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Customers Say What They Really Think of General’s Equipment
Many happy General Pipe Cleaners customers stopped by the booth at the 2022 WWETT Show to say how much they liked the...
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A Look at Bathtub Drain Clogs
Bathtub drains can be a pain to completely open, depending on how old they are and how they were piped.
A system will...
Editorial
Arthur Products Offers Custom-Made Jetting Solutions
Arthur Products got its start in May 1946 when two brothers bought several World War II surplus lathes and set up a...
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Contractor Remains Passionate for the Industry After 40 Years of Business
Steve Allen arrived in Hawaii in the summer of 1981 at age 26, hoping to find a job. He says he “banged...
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Hot-Water Trailer Jetter Opens Up Commercial Market for Drain Cleaning Company
During the nearly four decades that the late Mark McGinnis built $15 Sewer & Drain into a well-recognized business in the San...
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Plumber Overcomes Health Issues to Establish Young, Growing Company
Kalen Barker had never really thought about being his own boss. He had moved from Southern California to Kansas to work for...
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Family Members Carry On Late Plumber’s Legacy and Vision
When Valerie McGinnis’ husband Mark unexpectedly died of a heart attack in January 2020 at age 60, she wasn’t sure what would...
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Frigid Winters Meet Their Match With Hot-Shot Pipe Thawing Machines
With winter cold quickly approaching, get frozen metal water lines flowing with the Hot-Shot 320 and Hot-Shot 400 pipe thawing machines from General Pipe...
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The Importance of Showing Customers an Image of Cleanliness
Let’s think psychologically for a moment about the image of people and how we judge them.
Even though it is sad that we...
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New Jersey Solo Operation Finds Ways to Diversify and Grow
Whether deciding to buy new equipment, selecting the most cost-effective marketing approach or determining what services to provide, Steve Russo takes a...
