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The New Flat Rate integrates EGIA’s OPTIMUS Financing to revolutionize the sales process for home service contractors

February 15, 2024

The integration simplifies the approval process, enabling instant financing options that cater to all credit scores and a variety of home improvement projects.


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PM Feb 2024 Kenny Chapman column. Businessman standing in virtual reality display.
The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

Balancing data-driven decisions with human emotion

A service business leader’s guide.
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Kenny Chapman
February 6, 2024

The service industry needs both data and emotion. Emotional intelligence is crucial to balance them. Strive to understand the 'why' behind the numbers, promote emotional intelligence, pilot programs, open feedback channels, and keep an eye on the long game.


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Kitchen & Bath Industry Show returns to Las Vegas

2024 marks 60 years for industry’s largest kitchen and bath show.
Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
February 5, 2024

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) returned to Las Vegas in 2023.  Hoping to break records again, KBIS/IBS returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center this year. Explore the latest products, technologies, and trends in kitchen and bath design.


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Southern California plumbing contractor wins $10,000 grand prize in Noritz’s “Retrofit Rewards” sweepstakes promotion

January 17, 2024

Tyler K. Pugh of All Coast Plumbing & Rooter (Tujunga, CA) is the winner of the $10,000 grand prize in Noritz America’s recently concluded Retrofit Rewards sweepstakes promotion for plumbing and HVAC contractors in the United States and Canada. 


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PM Jan 2024 Matt Michel column opening image of businessman standing in front of large door with a view to the city
Service Plumbing Pros | Matt Michel

5 steps to building a strong banking relationship

In times of economic uncertainty, securing loans and lines of credit are critical for businesses.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
January 8, 2024

A strong banking relationship is critical for securing loans and for establishing and maintaining lines of credit. Relationships are not built overnight. Here are the steps you need to build a good relationship with a bank.


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AHR Expo feature: Attendees inside event floor at 2023 AHR Expo in Atlanta.

AHR Expo returns to the Windy City

HVACR’s largest event will be held Jan. 22-24 at McCormick Place in Chicago.
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Nicole Krawcke
January 4, 2024

With an increasing focus on decarbonization and electrification, the AHR Expo, dubbed HVACR’s largest event of the year, returns to Chicago’s McCormick Place Jan. 22-24.


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PM Jan 2024 Kenny Chapman Column. Group of Paper Airplanes in Same Direction and One Airplane Moving to Different Direction.
The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

The role of continuous learning in leadership evolution

Leaders must also undergo continuous transformation to remain effective.
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Kenny Chapman
January 4, 2024

Regardless of how long you’ve been in the trades, I’m sure you know how important learning is to your journey. Let’s take a deeper look.


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01 PM 1223 FW Webb feature: F.W. Webb Boiler Board Technician Jeff Hutchins prepares preassembled hydronic panels for shipment.

F.W. Webb's hydronic panels, born of circumstance, succeed

Build it and they will come
John Vastyan
December 20, 2023

Leave it to good old fashioned ingenuity. F.W. Webb recognized an opportunity during the pandemic that resulted in a new revenue stream and an influx of satisfied customers.


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PM 1223 Nicole Krawcke Column opening image of a gift jar full of coins.
Editorial Opinion | Nicole Krawcke

Contractors should prioritize giving back to their communities

‘Tis the season.
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Nicole Krawcke
December 11, 2023

Generosity is the new marketing. In this era of social media, charitable companies can earn an enhanced brand reputation as being a “good” company and will make people want to do business with them.


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PM 1223 Guest Editorial Michael Copp. Elderly couple climbing stairs.
Guest Editorial | Michael Copp

An aging population represents opportunities for plumbing and HVACR contractors

As the population grows older, there is a heightened need for affordable plumbing and HVACR systems that offer safety and accessibility.
Michael Copp
Michael Copp
December 7, 2023

As the population grows older, there is a heightened need for affordable plumbing and HVACR systems that offer safety and accessibility.


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