GNF hydrovac fleet staged at a project site

Field capability. Engineering insight.

Sewer inspection, cleaning & infrastructure intelligence.

GNF helps municipalities and engineering teams understand, maintain, and protect critical water and wastewater assets—from the field investigation to the final deliverable.

Since 1990Louisiana-focused service
PACP / MACP / LACPNASSCO-certified personnel
Field + DataActionable project deliverables

Core services

Built for the work below the surface.

Specialized crews, purpose-built equipment, and consistent inspection data for public infrastructure projects.

CCTV inspection view inside a sewer pipe
01

CCTV Inspection

Mainline, lateral, and manhole inspections performed by PACP/MACP/LACP-certified professionals using industry-leading equipment.

Pipe cleaning view inside a sewer line
02

Pipe Cleaning

High-pressure jetting and vacuum removal of grease, rags, sediment, debris, and other obstructions from sanitary and storm systems.

Lift station infrastructure during field service
03

Lift Station Cleaning

Experienced cleaning and inspection that helps critical lift station assets operate reliably and reduces the risk of costly emergencies.

Hydrovac excavation work
04

Hydro Excavation

Safe, controlled exposure of underground utilities for water-main breaks, sewer repairs, and utility locating.

Off-road sewer inspection equipment
05

Off-Road Access

UTV-mounted cameras, easement jetters, and remote hose capability for difficult-to-reach pipes and manholes.

Infrastructure field investigation
06

I&I Investigation

Smoke testing, dye testing, camera detection, sewer locating, crossbore detection, and condition-focused field investigation.

Additional capability

3D manhole modeling · GIS mapping · filter media removal · sludge removal · grant management

Technology & innovation

More than an inspection.
Actionable infrastructure data.

GNF connects field observations, visual records, asset data, and project-ready deliverables so engineering teams can make better decisions.

GNF 3D asset visualization

Spatial documentation

3D Manhole Modeling

Clear visual documentation for condition assessment, rehabilitation planning, and engineering design.

  • Geometry and condition context
  • Engineering-ready reference
  • Repeatable asset documentation

Project workflow

From field work to a usable record.

  1. 01

    Collect

    Prepare assets, access, and project requirements.

  2. 02

    Inspect

    Capture consistent field observations and visual records.

  3. 03

    Analyze

    Review conditions, defects, and maintenance needs.

  4. 04

    Map

    Connect findings to the correct infrastructure assets.

  5. 05

    Deliver

    Provide organized data for design and decision-making.

GNF crew and equipment working in the field
Field-proven capabilityEquipment and access for demanding project conditions

Why GNF

Experience that understands both the field and the project.

GNF combines decades of municipal experience with engineering perspective, specialized equipment, and disciplined inspection practices.

01

Municipal experience

Serving Louisiana clients since 1990 with a practical understanding of public infrastructure and funding requirements.

02

Certified inspection personnel

Current PACP/MACP/LACP credentials support consistent, standards-based condition data.

03

Engineering perspective

Field observations are organized with design, rehabilitation, and project delivery in mind.

04

Hard-to-reach capability

Off-road and remote-access equipment keeps difficult assets within the project scope.

Leadership

People who know the work.

Direct project involvement from experienced leadership with municipal, engineering, and field operations backgrounds.

Gary N. Fontana, President

President

Gary N. Fontana

Gary has led GNF since its founding in 1990, bringing more than three decades of experience in municipal infrastructure, project development, field operations, and client service. He oversees day-to-day company operations and works closely with municipalities and engineering teams to develop practical solutions for municipal infrastructure projects. His experience also includes business development and grant-funding assistance, helping clients move projects from early planning through implementation.

NASSCO
P0051203-112024
Custer L. Fontana, EIT, Project Manager

Project Manager

Custer L. Fontana, EIT

Custer combines engineering knowledge with hands-on field experience in sewer inspection, cleaning, asset management, GIS, and infrastructure technology. He leads GNF’s efforts to integrate field operations with data-driven inspection, mapping, and deliverables for municipal and engineering clients.

LAPELS
EI.0034604
NASSCO
P0051267-112024
OSHA 10
26-007713637
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GNF Management Company, Inc.P.O. Box 5817Bossier City, LA 71171
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