Varsity Plumbing and Heating found enough believers to book a not-too-shabby $10 million worth of performance contract work in the first 10 months since launching this exciting new marketing effort last August.

Here's $10 Million, Now Run With It

June 1, 2000

By Jim Olsztynski

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Some of the industry’s idle chatter concerns the perceived need to mount a nationwide publicity campaign to boost the image of the plumbing contractor.

Beware Of Greeks Bearing Gifts

June 1, 2000

By Jim Olsztynski

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The gist of the article is that contractors/manufacturers (choose your audience) are wrong-headed in trying to put restrictions on utility affiliates, such as those engaged in marketing PHC services.

Time Flies When You're Having Fun

June 1, 2000

By Jim Olsztynski

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This edition marks the 15th anniversary of Plumbing & Mechanical.

A Customer's Rant

June 1, 2000

By Jim Olsztynski

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As long as I’m paying for your services, I’m the boss and you are my servant.

A Year Older And, I Hope, Wiser

June 1, 2000

By Jim Olsztynski

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Embarrassing or not, better late than never, so here are a few of the things I learned just last year —

Master Plumbing Charges Into The Remodeling Market

June 1, 2000

By Jim Olsztynski

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On the whole, showroom merchandising is a role that has largely bypassed plumbing contractors.

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