Articles Tagged with ''plumbers and pipefitters''

This month, we honor our third annual class of Next Gen All Stars. Here’s a brief introduction to the individuals 40 years old or younger that bring optimism, new skills and a hunger for success to the plumbing industry.

When we hear about a 'dream team,' our minds envision the perfect basketball team or a group of highly skilled attorneys assembled for a high-profile legal matter. But creating a team that consistently delivers great results shouldn't be limited to sports or legal teams.

Some customers prefer using credit cards, but accepting them means paying merchant service fees. Contractors may offer cash discounts or add an upcharge, so consider how to handle merchant services.

JH Kelly, based in Longview, Washington, celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2023. The company offers various mechanical services and was honored as Plumbing & Mechanical's 2024 Mechanical Contractor of the Year.

Called ‘Training Shorts,’ the teaching modules focus on piping materials such as CPVC, HDPE, PEX, PE-RT, PP. 

Plumbers are typically independent and work alone from a service truck, but there are significant benefits to joining groups. These can include learning from peers and expanding your customer base. Consider joining these six groups as a plumber.

Plumbers and pipefitters rely on high-quality, reliable tools to ensure excellent service.

"American Plumber Stories" aims to promote the plumbing trade to the next generation of professionals. 

Who can be nominated? Any professional working in any aspect of the plumbing industry, including plumbers and pipefitters, contracting business owners, professional engineers and plumbing designers, wholesalers, manufacturers and manufacturers reps.

There is a growing trend in the skilled trades, with more people turning away from the traditional four-year college path.