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PM Profile: PHCC welcomes new president

Joel Long takes the reigns of national contractor association.

Nicole Krawcke

September 27, 2021

There is a changing of the guard (so to speak) every fall during PHCC’s annual conference and trade show.

PHCC is bringing back its popular Plumbing and HVAC Apprentice Contest

PHCCCONNECT returns live and in person

PHCCCONNECT2021 will take place Oct. 20-22, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Nicole Krawcke

September 27, 2021

After being forced into a virtual event last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, PHCC — National Association will host its annual PHCCCONNECT2021 conference in person later this month in Kansas City, Missouri.

Truck of the Month: Living the dream

Koz Heating & Cooling | Shelby Township, Michigan

Nicole Krawcke

September 27, 2021

Known as “The Temperature Experts,” Shelby Township, Michigan-based Koz Heating & Cooling was founded just eight years ago — the culmination of Michael Kosmalski’s dream to one day own his own HVAC company.

Nicole Krawcke: Home service industry rebounds after the pandemic

New report from Jobber shows consumer spending on home services — including plumbing and HVAC — has exceeded pre-pandemic levels

Nicole Krawcke

September 10, 2021

There’s no doubt the COVID-19 pandemic affected businesses of all types and sizes. However, as the economy continues to recover in 2021, different categories are rebounding at different rates.

Peterman Brothers make Inc. 5000 List for the third year in a row

September 9, 2021

Peterman ranks 2,183 on the list with a 198% growth rate.

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Guest Editorial: Having tough conversations

Learn how to facilitate a discussion

Erica Leonor

September 9, 2021

Have you ever put off a conversation with a co-worker or an employee because you knew it was going to be awkward or difficult? Like giving negative feedback or overcoming workplace friction?

Marketing Magic: Before you talk to the media, read this

Be proactive rather than reactive

Heather Ripley

September 8, 2021

One of the toughest calls I receive as the owner of a public relations agency specializing in the home services industry is from a plumbing or mechanical business owner asking for my help after they find themselves, or their business, in the middle of a crisis.

Matt Michel: 18 ways to recruit plumbers

Your ability to grow and profit depends on your ability to find and recruit new employees

Matt Michel

September 7, 2021

The biggest challenge most plumbing contractors face is finding field service personnel. Recruiting is job — one for the company owner.

Kenny Chapman: Turn your routines into rituals

Power-up your leadership

Kenny Chapman

September 7, 2021

Leadership is tricky in any industry. In my time serving as a leader for various service companies and as a leadership coach for countless more, I’ve learned a lot the hard way.

Neighborly named one of America’s fastest-growing private companies by Inc. Magazine

August 27, 2021

Neighborly’s placement at 4,345 is a result of the company’s consistent growth year-over -year, made up of more than 4,800 franchises representing 28 total brands that repair, maintain and enhance properties, united under one platform serving more than 10 million customers across nine countries.