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Elmer's glue. The only way to describe the septic tank I was looking down into was that it appeared to be completely...

Attending education sessions and involvement in industry associations are two ways you can continue to expand your knowledge and improve your skills....

Problem: After installation of a septic system, the Midwestern lake home customer complained of odors in his yard. The contractor installed residential...

Artificial intelligence is transforming industries everywhere, and the trades are no exception. While the idea of robots replacing skilled workers may make headlines,...

As a skilled installer, you know the drill. Being up before the sun rises, loading tools and equipment, grabbing that first coffee...

It starts innocently enough. You want to ensure everything runs smoothly, so you check in often. Someone misses a minor detail, and...

A federal appeals court upheld a lower court’s order which placed a moratorium on new septic tank installations in parts of the...

When replacing an onsite system, there are many considerations that must be taken into account outside in the planned site; but there...

In the septic and sewer industry, there are many hazards associated with our daily tasks. One of the key components of a...

SJE celebrates 50 yearsDetroit Lakes, Minnesota-based SJE is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Founded in 1975, SJE delivers high-performance control solutions by integrating...

Have you ever wondered what will happen to your business if there isn’t a family member ready or willing to take over?...

I received a call from someone who said he was having issues with his mound system. In trying to assess the situation...

Attending education sessions and involvement in industry associations are two ways you can continue to expand your knowledge and improve your skills....

What happens when a skilled mechanic launches a business without knowing the first thing about running one? For John Jouvenaux, it meant...

The first step in conducting an effective meeting is to create and distribute the agenda in advance, says Brad O'Neill of Dick...

I knew an onsite system parts vendor was going to be in the area inspecting one of their installations and I wanted...

Working as a field technician — whether if you’re in plumbing, septic services, or another skilled trade — means you're the face...

A federal judge ordered a temporary stop to the installation of new septic tanks in the North Indian River Lagoon Watershed in...

Allied Waterproofing & Septic seldom installs conventional septic systems. That’s because in the northeastern Illinois counties where the company works, many sites have...