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Marketing Efforts Are Worthless Without the Backing of Strong Customer Service

Don’t get so caught up in the return on investment of your marketing dollars that you neglect what truly draws customers to your business
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Invoicing for Success

An invoicing strategy that’s organized, efficient and effective helps you get paid on time and supports the success of your plumbing and drain cleaning business
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Don’t Take Customer Trust For Granted

A newspaper columnist recounts the visit he had from a plumber, putting some perspective on the issue of trust
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9 Tips for Cutting Costs

If you're concerned about your company's bottom line, any time of the year is a good opportunity to figure out how to trim overhead costs that may be eating away at your profits
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The Pricing Conundrum: How to Balance Customer Satisfaction and Profitability

Here’s a look at a few basic models you’ll want to consider as you’re developing your business’ preferred pricing strategy
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Don’t Be a Business Owner Who Wastes Employees’ Time

There are only so many hours in the work day, so it’s important that your management style allows employees to maximize their productivity
Industry Group Opposes New Tariffs

Industry Group Opposes New Tariffs

Plumbing Manufacturers International says there will be a negative effect on makers of fixtures and fittings as well as consumers
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Former Ambulance Converted to Valuable Plumbing Tool

A used ambulance combines with a custom water jetter configuration to give an Iowa plumber a vehicle that can efficiently respond to any drain cleaning emergency
Take These Steps When the IRS Comes Calling With a Tax Lien

Take These Steps When the IRS Comes Calling With a Tax Lien

The government doesn’t mess around when you owe it money. Do what you can to get out in front of your tax debt.
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Is Torque a Friend or Foe?

The driving force behind cable machines — what’s the deal with torque?
Should You Combine Vacation, Holiday and Sick Days Into a Single Benefit Pool?

Should You Combine Vacation, Holiday and Sick Days Into a Single Benefit Pool?

Transitioning to a paid time off system may make your employees happier and save you time, money and human resources headaches down the road
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The Next Steps to Take If You Get Injured on the Job

Make sure you know all of your legal rights so that you can handle the ramifications of a job site injury as stress-free as possible
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Never Bored: Life as a Drain Tech

Keith Mittl of Ultimate Drain shares why he chooses MyTana equipment to accompany him on his adventures as a drain tech
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10 Common Responses You Should Never Utter to Employees

If you want happy and productive workers, avoid these sometimes trite, oftentimes dismissive phrases and take a more direct approach to communication
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The Metro: Root Cutting Power at a Bargain Price

The economical Metro power drain cleaner from General Pipe Cleaners gives you root cutting power at a bargain price. With a capacity of 75 feet of…
Backflow Basics: Fire Systems and Repair Tips

Backflow Basics: Fire Systems and Repair Tips

The author shares more information about backflow prevention devices to conclude this four-part series
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Budgeting for Plumbers and Drain Cleaners

A well-written and executable budget is necessary for running a successful plumbing or drain cleaning business
How to Have Both Freedom and Control as a Business Owner

How to Have Both Freedom and Control as a Business Owner

You start your own business largely to have more control over operations, but there’s a point where that can become detrimental to both yourself and your company
Backflow Basics: Testing and Installation

Backflow Basics: Testing and Installation

One plumber’s tutorial on backflow prevention devices continues in part three of this four-part series
Plumber Industry News: September 2018

Plumber Industry News: September 2018

A roundup of recent industry news exclusively for plumbing professionals