One Cheap Cover, One Million-Dollar Lawsuit

Cutting Corners Will Get You Sued: The Real Risks of Cheap Manhole Covers

Let me be straight.

If you’re buying or installing manhole covers that aren’t PFAS-free or H-20 rated, you’re not just risking bad performance — you’re risking lawsuits, fines, and replacement costs down the road. Yep, not you right… you’ve heard about it and read about it, but that won’t happen to you.

You need to make sure your well protection is 100% PFAS-free and H-20 load rated, meaning they meet legal standards for environmental safety and heavy traffic roads. Let’s get into it.

Here’s What Happens If You Don’t Use Certified Covers:

1. Environmental Lawsuits from PFAS

• PFAS chemicals (a.k.a. “forever chemicals”) are under fire.
• If your covers leach PFAS into soil or water, you could be liable for environmental damage — even years after installation.
• Many states and provinces are already banning PFAS-containing products. That means future removal orders, cleanup costs, and penalties could fall on YOU — not the manufacturer. (They know this but don’t pass this info onto you)

2. Legal Trouble from Load Failures

• If your cover isn’t H-20 rated and fails under a vehicle, that’s not just bad news — that’s a liability claim waiting to happen.
• If someone gets hurt, a vehicle is damaged, or property is affected, you will be sued for negligence.
• And guess what? Insurance companies will not cover you if you used a non-compliant product.

3. Forced Removals & Replacements

• Municipalities and contractors who install non-certified covers can be ordered to rip them out if they don’t meet DOT or local code.
• That’s your time, your money, your headache — all for saving a few bucks up front.

What Alucast Manhole Covers Deliver:

The Final Word: Choose Alucast. Safe. Certified. PFAS-Free.

The law doesn’t care if you didn’t know. (And now you know) If your product fails — you’re the one held responsible.
Don’t gamble with your money, your name, or your future. Alucast covers meet the legal standards, protect your projects, and keep inspectors off your back.

Got questions about compliance or spec sheets? Reach out to us. We’ll get you what you need — fast and right.