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Service Plumbing Pros | Matt Michel

12 steps to improve home show results from plumbing contractors

Matt Michel
Matt Michel
July 21, 2025

Too many plumbers overlook the opportunities presented by home and garden shows. Attendance at shows has been increasing every year since the pandemic. Up to 90% of attendees are homeowners. Attendees are typically 35-64 years old and affluent. They attend the show because they want to make improvements in their homes and yards.


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From the Editor | Kristen Bayles

From leak to lesson: Why transparency and trust matter just as much as the tools in the plumbing and mechanical trades

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Kristen R. Bayles
July 15, 2025

Plumbing and mechanical professionals bear more responsibility than often recognized. They ensure building safety, function, and peace of mind for occupants. Every installation, service, or check involves managing expectations, reducing risks, and building trust.


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Guest Editorial | Lindsay Renkel

Work smarter, not harder: giving labor productivity a boost with technology

Facing a growing labor gap, plumbing and mechanical contractors are turning to digital tools.
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Lindsay Renkel
July 14, 2025

Advances in hardware and software open the door to future-proof projects, maximize resources and unlock new efficiencies. Here are three ways plumbing and mechanical contractors can use technology to get more done despite the industry’s shortage of skilled labor.


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PHCC members meet with Legislators on Capitol Hill to make voices heard

Energy policy and workforce development among top concerns addressed.
Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
July 11, 2025

Plumbing contractors are engaging directly with legislators to promote policies for clean water, workforce development, and resilient plumbing. Over 100 PHCC members, leaders, and industry stakeholders met in Washington from May 20–21 to support industry issues.


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Heating Perceptions | Scott Secor

Boiler job proves the power of teamwork and the right rental equipment

Old building, heavy iron, and a small crew.
Scott Secor
Scott Secor
July 10, 2025

On large jobs, we sometimes hire subcontractors to help us out. Other times, we will do all of the work in house. Often, we rent tools that make the job easier.


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Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Working with home warranty companies

The partnership can pay off, but only if you control the terms and play by the rules.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
July 8, 2025

Since home warranty companies deal with numerous customers and service contracts, they can provide a steady stream of work, which helps maintain cash flow, even in slow seasons or during economic downturns.


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Making tough jobs easier: Most-used tools by plumbers in 2025

Survey reveals most-used tools by plumbing contractors in 2025; tried-and-true hand tools and Pro Press solutions are nonnegotiable.
Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
July 7, 2025

The 2025 survey asked a handful of simple questions, starting with, “What is your most-used plumbing tool?” Nearly 25% of respondents said Channel Locks, while the majority of other contractors shared that their most-reached-for tool is a set of pump pliers. Adjustable wrenches and screwdrivers, specifically Philips-head, are notably popular as well.


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Hydronics Workshop | John Siegenthaler

How to integrate a heat pump with a boiler for dual temperature hydronic heating and cooling

Delivering expectations
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
July 2, 2025

A building with slab-on-grade heating from a cast iron boiler plans to expand. A monobloc air-to-water heat pump will provide heating and cooling for the new space via a fan-coil unit, with the existing boiler serving as backup.


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Building the future of plumbing science: IAPMO’s expanding water research capacity

Water research will shape the future of plumbing system design.
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Christoph Lohr
July 1, 2025

This article highlights how IAPMO is enhancing research through the Water Demand Calculator®, the Innovation and Research Fund, and the integration of ESPRI, signaling a shift towards evidence-based practices that align science with codes.


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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

The power of recognition in retaining top talent

How showing your employees that you appreciate them is the key to success.
Kenny Chapman
Kenny Chapman
June 20, 2025

In the unpredictable economy of 2025, businesses that value their employees gain a competitive edge. In the skilled trades, companies that retain top talent do more than offer higher pay; they create supportive work environments where team members feel acknowledged.


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