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Local Entrepreneur Receives Special Recognition – Perseverence Award at American Leak Detection Conference

Wednesday, April 14th, 2010

Sussex, WI (Grassroots Newswire) April 14, 2010 – Mike Tews, owner of American Leak Detection Serving Wisconsin, recently received the Special Recognition – Perseverence Award award during the company’s annual conference. Recognized for his upbeat attitude and determination to overcome his battle with cancer and still experienced double-digit growth in 2009.

American Leak Detection’s annual conference took place March 24th – 27th at the Miramonte Spa & Resort in Indian Wells, California. During the four-day event, several franchisees were honored for their milestones during a special awards ceremony.

“It is a great feeling to be honored in front of my fellow franchisees and the entire American Leak Detection team for my hard work and efforts in establishing my local leak detection business,” Tews said. “Running a business can be challenging, but I thank my colleagues and my customers for their continued support.”

Aside from recognizing award recipients, American Leak Detection invited successful entrepreneurs and motivational speakers to the gathering. Keynote Speaker George Hedley, CSP, owner of a successful commercial construction and real estate development company, led a seminar on how to build a business. George founded and built his business from $0 to $50 million in seven years.

Other experts spoke on a wide variety of topics. Moisture Control, Inc. CEO and Owner Hank Bruflodt spoke to attendees about how his business has been helping solve concrete slab moisture and floor problems for over 10 years. Communication and stress management expert Mary Marcdante spoke about how enthusiasm is the core to great leadership. And, Nancy Friedman, known as the “Telephone Doctor,” held a seminar designed to help owners communicate better with customers.

“Our main goal with this year’s conference was to give our franchisees a wealth of information about how they can build success in the leak detection industry,” said Stan Berenbaum, president of American Leak Detection. “We also wanted to put a spotlight on franchisees like Mike, who have really excelled in this business. They are examples of what success is all about.”

American Leak Detection is known as a world leader in the detection of hidden water and sewer leaks. It uses advanced, sophisticated electronic leak detection equipment to fix leaks for all kinds of water systems. According to Tews, the company has found 5,226,578 leaks worldwide since 1974 and counting. American Leak Detection’s primary commitment is to conserve water, the world’s most precious resource.

For more information about American Leak Detection, The Original Leak Specialists Serving Wisconsin, contact Mike Tews at 262-538-5000.

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Mike Tews
American Leak Detection Serving Wisconsin
262-538-5000

Tips to Avoid Frozen Pipes

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009
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Before freezing weather:

  • Advise all household members where the main water shutoff valve is located in case of emergency.
  • Make sure hoses are disconnected from outside faucets.
  • Make sure water pipes in unheated parts of your home, including crawl spaces, are insulated.
  • Seal all openings in the basement around the foundation, windows, and doors.
  • Pipes in your basement that are close to windows should be insulated.
  • Drain all underground irrigation systems.

During freezing weather:

  • If a water pipe freezes, NEVER thaw it with an open flame. You may start a fire! Use hot air from a hair dryer, the exhaust from a vacuum cleaner, heat lamps, heat tape, or electric heaters.
  • Make sure you heat all rooms of your house that have plumbing fixtures. Water pipes in unheated rooms are subject to freezing and could cause extensive damage.
  • If your sinks are on an outside wall, you can leave the cabinet doors open to allow the heat from the room to enter.
  • A light bulb can be used to thaw pipes slowly, by placing it next to pipes that are frozen (Be sue to keep the bulb away from combustible material.)
  • Keep meter box lids closed during winter months to prevent cold air from freezing the meter. (Don’t remove snow if you don’t have to. It helps insulate the meter.)
  • If you have experienced problems in the past during freezing periods and you have exhausted all other solutions, you can leave a trickle of water running from the faucet highest in the house. This trickle should be a steady stream slightly larger than the lead of a pencil.

If you need additional advice, call your local water department.