We need to upgrade but is there any way to use any of our existing components?

As part of the Design-Build or value engineering process, IWS will evaluate the existing infrastructure and treatment system components to determine what may be utilized in the upgraded treatment system. IWS has executed a number of design-build projects whereby we utilized existing tankage and other owner infrastructure to reduce the cost of the treatment system. […]

We have a limited budget can you help us value engineer our system?

As the leading design-builder and contractor in the onsite wastewater industry, IWS prides itself on helping clients value engineer their treatment system to meet their financial and regulatory project requirements. IWS welcomes the opportunity to meet with you and better understand your project needs and objectives. IWS can team with your engineer or provide direct […]

What do I need to think about when evaluating my treatment system options?

The following are an example of evaluation criteria that IWS utilized for a recent treatment system project: Footprint/Configuration – site limitations? Discharge Levels – regulatory requirements? Sludge Production – how much sludge will be produced and how will it be handled? System Complexity/Operator Requirements – what qualifications will my operator need and how often will […]

Cheap is good but how do I get best value?

Dispelling the common myths in the onsite wastewater business. The IWS team can assist you in value engineering your project – including collection, treatment, dispersal, and overall construction. In addition, IWS can provide a constructability review to make sure what gets designed can be constructed without unexpected additional filed costs to the owner. Over the […]