PE Equipment Sales Lead Service to CouncilDear Council Member Dahlman,
I hope this letter finds you well. I recently read an article in the Daily Interlake about the lead service
line issue in the Flathead Valley. As one of your constituents, I understand the dilemma we are facing
between dealing with toxic water lines and ensuring the responsible use of the city's funds.
PE Equipment, a Kalispell -based company, offers a cost-effective and time -saving solution that could
address some of the concerns surrounding this important project. Our trenchless technology could
potentially reduce the projected $1.4 million cost by 20%-30%.
Our company specializes in small -footprint trenchless equipment for pipe repair and replacement and
offers several advantages over traditional methods:
Cost -Effectiveness
Trenchless methods can substantially reduce overall project costs by:
• Cutting labor requirements
• Lowering equipment expenses with our 2-in-1 design
• Limiting restoration costs for landscaping and pavement
• Shortening project duration, further reducing labor expenses
Minimal Disruption
Trenchless technology limits disruptions by:
• Requiring less excavation, preserving landscaping and existing infrastructure
• Completing projects faster, often within hours instead of days or weeks
• Minimizing interruptions to traffic and business operations
Environmental Benefits
Trenchless solutions lessen the environmental impact by:
• Decreasing emissions through reduced heavy machinery use
• Mitigating soil disturbance, lowering the risk of erosion
I am requesting a brief meeting to talk about the ongoing discussions the Kalispell City Council is
having about lead waterline replacement. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to share how our
trenchless technology can make the project more feasible and cost-effective for our city.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Ethan Waltman
PE Equipment Sales
406-499-8136
www.pe-equipment.com