Preventive Maintenance Articles

Inspection cameras are a critical tool on sewer cleaning and pipe rehab projects. So when a camera breaks down on a job,...

Time is money, so finding ways to make every minute count on the job site can go a long way in enhancing...

The ongoing inspection and maintenance of drains, septic systems, grease traps and plumbing fixtures can provide contractors with a worthwhile supplemental income....

It’s likely that at one time or another Kirby Yakemchuk has been in your shoes. During his 15-year career, he’s worked as an equipment...

It’s that time of year for plumbers and drain cleaners in cold-weather climates to ensure that their jetting equipment is being properly...

A neighbor recently asked me that old question: “How frequently should septic tanks be cleaned?” This query popped up because our county...

Every plumbing and drain cleaning business has down years that can make or break it. The best way to weather downturns is...

Toledo, Ohio, “is an adventure in eating,” according to an online restaurant reservation service. It goes on to extol the city’s all-American...

Proactive equipment maintenance is a no-brainer in this industry. Equipment is worked hard out in the field and breakdowns can be costly...

Reformulated Snake-Oil Plus from General Pipe Cleaners offers enhanced protection of drain cables and machines — and can extend the life of...

Many contractors say they want a sewer crawler to last 10 years, but few put in the effort to make that happen....

Every company has down years. The best way to weather business downturns is to ensure your company is running lean while business...

In the daily management of job site priorities, busy contractors risk having preventive maintenance of vehicles and equipment fall by the wayside. To...

Every shop teacher preaches the importance of safely using and maintaining tools. Take good care of your tools, and they’ll take good...