The year 2023 was the warmest since records began in 1850, putting it at 2.43 degrees Fahrenheit above the preindustrial average, according to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The record was driven by fossil fuels and an El Niño climate...
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Municipalities seeking federal funds to address lead service lines may benefit from PPPs
by Bill Eller | Aug 20, 2024
The dangers of lead exposure are well understood, and replacement of lead water service lines is a key factor in limiting this exposure. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has earmarked $15 billion for lead pipe replacements; however, that figure is considerably short...
Case Study: ServLine Solves Problems for Water Utilities and Their Customers
by HomeServe USA | Aug 16, 2024
ServLine addresses challenges for both water utilities and their customers. Lawrence County, located along Ohio’s southern border by the Ohio River, has around 25,000 households, with over half relying on Hecla Water Association for their water needs. Tony Howard, the...
Municipals Seeking Federal Funds to Address Lead Service Lines May Benefit from PPPs
by Bill Eller | Jul 18, 2024
The dangers of lead exposure are well understood, and replacement of lead water service lines is a key factor in limiting this exposure. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has earmarked $15 billion for lead pipe replacements; however, that figure is considerably short...
Hixson Utility District’s Bad Debt from Leaks Reduced with ServLine – Partner Testimonial
by HomeServe USA | Jul 11, 2024
Hixson Utility District of Tennessee partnered with HomeServe to offer the ServLine Leak Protection Program in 2019. We spoke with Greg Butler, HUD's General Manager, to learn how the utility's bad debt was reduced when the ServLine program paid for residents' water...
Hixson Utility District’s Customer Service Improvement with ServLine – Partner Testimonial
by HomeServe USA | Jul 11, 2024
Hixson Utility District of Tennessee partnered with HomeServe to offer the ServLine Leak Protection Program in 2019. We spoke with Greg Butler, HUD's General Manager, to learn about the excellent customer service the district's residents have received from the...
Hixson Utility District’s Greg Butler Discusses Benefits of ServLine – Partner Testimonial
by HomeServe USA | Jul 11, 2024
Hixson Utility District of Tennessee partnered with HomeServe to offer the ServLine Leak Protection Program in 2019. We spoke with Greg Butler, HUD's General Manager, to learn about his utility's and residents' experiences with the benefits of the ServLine program.
Muddy Lawn Indication of Hidden Water Service Line Leak
by HomeServe USA | Jun 10, 2024
Ken G. of Hermitage, Tennessee, often spent time away from his home during the winter months. As a retiree, it wasn’t a problem for him to secure his home and enjoy himself somewhere else. Unfortunately, after one of Ken’s trips, he came home to an unpleasant surprise...
Residential Infrastructure 2024
by Bill Eller | Jun 3, 2024
HomeServe is committed to supporting the last mile of energy infrastructure. Providing exceptional service and piece of mind to your customers is our top priority.
How Much Are Water Leaks Costing You and Your Customers?
by HomeServe USA | Apr 4, 2024
Aside from wasting a tremendous amount of water, leaking water and sewer lines can result in unexpected high water bills and repair emergencies for which your customers are unprepared. Leaks are also costly to the utility, leading to lost revenue, bad debt and...
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