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Matt Michel: This is why we plumb!

Plumbers make a tangible difference.

Matt Michel

October 5, 2021

It’s no secret. Plumbers get little respect… until things go wrong — then the plumber is the homeowner’s best friend.

Kenny Chapman: Keeping your focus will save your business

The alternative — losing focus — may crush it.

Kenny Chapman

October 1, 2021

We’ve all heard the expression, “Keep your eyes on the prize.” Of course, we all know it means to stay focused on what’s really important in your business and life.

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.