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Ariel Sizemore
10 Influential Women of 2026 in the Plumbing Industry

Ariel Sizemore, Foreman at Integrated Facility Services

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Kristen R. Bayles
March 8, 2026
Ariel Sizemore is one of Plumbing & Mechanical’s 10 influential women of 2026 who are leading the plumbing industry to great success.
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Kerry Sweet
10 Influential Women of 2026 in the Plumbing Industry

Kerry Sweet, Director of Marketing and Training, Streamline Services

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Kristen R. Bayles
March 8, 2026
Kerry Sweet is one of Plumbing & Mechanical’s 10 influential women of 2026 who are leading the plumbing industry to great success.
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Jacquelyn Wynn
10 Influential Women of 2026 in the Plumbing Industry

Jacquelyn Wynn, COB/COO of Lindsey Brothers Plumbing & Heating

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Kristen R. Bayles
March 8, 2026
Jacquelyn Wynn is one of Plumbing & Mechanical’s 10 influential women of 2026 who are leading the plumbing industry to great success.
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The Glitch & The Fix: Troubleshooting hydronic piping mistakes in panel radiator systems

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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
March 4, 2026

Figure 1 shows a hydronic system that’s intended to supply four panel radiators, each with their own thermostatic radiator valve and an indirect water heater from a gas-fired sectional cast-iron boiler. The system is designed using primary/secondary piping. The primary circulator operates whenever the space heating load or the indirect water heater call for heat. 


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The Truck for Plumbing Outfitters.

Truck of the Month: Plumbing Outfitters

This Austin, Texas based company features a nature-inspired look for their fleet.
February 27, 2026

Designed by Lemon Seed Marketing, Plumbing Outfitters' truck design is inspired by the company's love for all-things outdoors. 


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Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs

6-3 ruling limits executive trade authority, but PHCP-PVF industry still faces layered tariff exposure and refund uncertainty.
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Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
February 25, 2026

If emergency tariffs are ultimately invalidated and refunds issued, the headline may suggest broad financial relief. However, plumbing contractors and specifying engineers should temper expectations.


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Home Construction Staff
Guest Editorial | Heather Ripley

Trust means more than ever in 2026

In the home service industry, your reputation has always mattered. But in 2026, it is everything.
Heather Ripley
Heather Ripley
February 18, 2026
Homeowners are more selective than ever, and in a crowded marketplace, their choice often comes down to which company they trust most. Public relations plays a critical role in shaping, strengthening and protecting your reputation.
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Designing out water stagnation in recreation plumbing systems

Smart flushing faucets and self-draining showers give plumbers new tools to manage water age and protect public health.
Greg Hunt
February 12, 2026

Stagnant water is a threat to public health in recreation facilities that are intermittently used.


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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

Leading with emotional intelligence in 2026

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Kenny Chapman
February 12, 2026

For years, leadership in the trades was defined by grit, hustle, and sheer willpower. If you worked harder, stayed longer, and pushed through, you were considered a strong leader. And while work ethic will always matter in plumbing, the demands of today’s workforce are calling for something more.


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Tankless hot water heater

A guide to rebates, including how to stack them

Rebates, without the headaches
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Kristen R. Bayles
February 11, 2026

Presenting rebate amounts and net costs alongside energy savings over time can shift the conversation from “How much will it cost?” to “What’s this really worth?”


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