When it comes to pipe repair and installation, the word eco-friendly isn’t the first thing to come to mind. But with the advancement of new techniques, like trenchless repair, the process is becoming more environmentally-friendly. Epoxy lining, which is used in pipe rehabilitation, is an eco-friendly option for pipe repair. The lining is inserted into the interior of an existing, damaged pipe and is left to cure. After cured, the…

When most people think of drain cleaning, they envision bottles of chemicals being poured down the drain. Those chemicals are not only hard on the pipes, but they’re also hard on the environment. Hydro jetting is touted as an eco-friendly way to clean a home’s drains and pipes. But does it live up to its claims? How Hydro Jetting Works Hydro jetting is the process of blasting water through pipes…

When building a home, one of the first questions people ask is whether they should install a septic or just connect to the city sewer (if possible). If you have the option to choose either or, you may be wondering which option is better for the environment and the costs associated with maintaining your system. The Pros and Cons of a Septic Many people agree that septic tanks can be…

If you’re a franchiser, you know the value of buying in bulk, so why not treat energy the same way? Opening up a dialog about the benefits of aggregating energy to your franchisees can save around a fifth of your energy budget. Franchisees, such as of Dunkin Donuts, who have been saving 15-20% of their energy expense since 2011 by buying from a provider who aggregates energy, are great pre-existing…

Sewer repair is messy business – or at least it used to be. What was once a long, dig-intensive process has been transformed into a minimally-invasive method that is environmentally-friendly thanks to trenchless technology. While the upfront costs of conventional repair methods are typically lower, trenchless repair methods tend to be the most cost-effective solution in the long-run. The Problem with Conventional Sewer Repair Conventional sewer repair involves the digging…