Inside the December 2012 Issue of Pumper
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![The Sweet’s Spot](https://cole-pumper.imgix.net/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pumper.com%2Fuploads%2Fimages%2Fimg_9738.jpg?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=75&ixlib=php-1.1.0&q=75&w=75&s=7ab90c77da92219e50202f0155bd1451)
Cover Story
A third-generation Idaho pumping outfit adds plumbing and other services, uses TV advertising campaigns to build profits and serve a far-flung region.
Operations & Maintenance
Case Study
Service Frequency Factors
Septic System Answer Man
Before entering into a maintenance contract, be sure you know the system’s performance issues and site conditions.
Mandatory pumping every two years proposed in Pennsylvania township
Rules and Regs
Rules and Regs is a monthly feature in Pumper. We welcome information about state or local regulations of potential broad interest to onsite contractors.
![Triple the Fun](https://cole-pumper.imgix.net/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pumper.com%2Fuploads%2Fimages%2Fhuls_hinespump_05252012_0018.jpg?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=75&ixlib=php-1.1.0&q=75&w=75&s=95dfb2283074d5f5dd2f673efd9c0a91)
Profile
Adding two established companies to his own mom and pop pumping business was a lot of hard work, but Virginia’s Bruce Hines says he would do it all over again.
![Operations & Maintenance](https://cole-pumper.imgix.net/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pumper.com%2Fuploads%2Fimages%2Fcam_spray_2712rjc_press_release.jpg?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=75&ixlib=php-1.1.0&q=75&w=75&s=dd7a21014333abe02fd71c56d80dba7c)
Product Roundup
Expand your service menu by using jetters, drain cleaning machines, inspection cameras, locators, and pipeline maintenance and relining systems.
![Product News - December 2012](https://cole-pumper.imgix.net/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pumper.com%2Fuploads%2Fimages%2Fcoxreels_brawny_reel_upgrade.jpg?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=75&ixlib=php-1.1.0&q=75&w=75&s=6fa391e6989c79807044fda7255c96ed)
Product News
![Vac-Con Power Flex Telescopic Boom](https://cole-pumper.imgix.net/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pumper.com%2Fuploads%2Fimages%2Fp12-12_spotlight_vac-con_powerflex_boom_p6220615.jpg?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=75&ixlib=php-1.1.0&q=75&w=75&s=b97fd7e7b6ae7096b9cc03bd14b180b7)
Product Spotlight
Tank Collapsed. What’s Next?
Overheard Online
A poster wonders how to preserve his vacuum tank after an unfortunate implosion shuts it down.
Maintaining Your NAWT Certification
NAWT
Web Wise
Money Manager
Launching or updating your company’s website is like any other business expense. You get what you pay for and you should go in knowing what you need.
Things Your Lawyer Won’t Tell You
Legal Advisor
If you want the best representation and the most reasonable cost, ask your attorney if he has experience handling the task at hand.
Industry News - December 2012
Industry News
![Sharing for Success](https://cole-pumper.imgix.net/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pumper.com%2Fuploads%2Fimages%2Fexpo_roundtables_180212_135831.jpg?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=75&ixlib=php-1.1.0&q=75&w=75&s=f5de9911f0be4b0ae5bd755f55d9f02c)
Expo
Through Expo roundtable discussions, contractors network their way to better use of emerging technologies, improved customer service and marketing ideas that produce.
![Culture Club](https://cole-pumper.imgix.net/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pumper.com%2Fuploads%2Fimages%2Fbroadripple_24_180212_141537.jpg?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=75&ixlib=php-1.1.0&q=75&w=75&s=44ed26c8907f3cc9e66306e8654fa427)
WWETT Preview
Six historic Indianapolis neighborhood districts showcase thriving art and music scenes.
![The Bold & the Beautiful](https://cole-pumper.imgix.net/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pumper.com%2Fuploads%2Fimages%2Fp-01-12_classy_-_goulet_septic.jpg?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=75&ixlib=php-1.1.0&q=75&w=75&s=8b687c818cfb468b5c15ebc90be949af)
Classy Trucks
![Casa Grande Pumping Service](https://cole-pumper.imgix.net/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pumper.com%2Fuploads%2Fimages%2Fp-12-12_classy_casa_grande.jpg?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=75&ixlib=php-1.1.0&q=75&w=75&s=bfbceab877ef15093e3aea7c5761535e)
Classy Trucks
Power Organizing
Building the Business
You have many great ideas to give your business a boost. But they won’t see the light of day unless you sort, prioritize and act on them.
These Rigs Turn Heads
Reading Between the Lines
2012 crop of Classy Trucks get the job done … and look good doing it!
Association News
Association News
Pumper invites your state association to post notices and news items in this column.