Month: February 2015

  • How to Manage Above Ground Storage Tanks to Prevent Groundwater Contamination

    How to Manage Above Ground Storage Tanks to Prevent Groundwater Contamination

    Above ground storage tanks are commonly used to store substances like liquid fertilizer, chemicals and various petroleum products — both of which contain volatile organic compounds that are extremely hazardous to the environment and public health. Just one pint of oil can expand to a whole acre of groundwater, putting local ecosystems at serious risk.…

  • Three Solutions for Removing Tree Roots From Sewer Lines

    Three Solutions for Removing Tree Roots From Sewer Lines

    Tree roots in sewer lines are a common nuisance that causes sewer systems to get clogged, backed up and unable to do their jobs. In older homes, especially, tree roots are the most common cause of clogged sewer lines. This is because tree roots actively seek out the moisture within sewer lines, growing into the…