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A functioning drain system and sump pump help keep the home’s basement dry

How to replace a sump pump drain system

A basement’s drain system is one of the most important safety features in a home.
Vincent West
April 26, 2018

This step-by-step guide will help prevent flooding and water/mold damage in a home.


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The use of PEX tubing in residential fire sprinkler systems is growing due to its versatility

Using PEX in residential fire sprinkler systems

When it comes to piping a residential fire sprinkler system, it might be a smart idea to take a look at PEX.
Kim Bliss
April 25, 2018

PEX can be a viable alternative to more traditional materials for fire sprinklers.


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Truck of the Month: J. Blanton Plumbing; Chicago, Illinois

Truck of the Month: J. Blanton Plumbing; Chicago, Illinois

A classy design by J. Blanton Plumbing.
Nadia Askar
Nadia Askar
April 25, 2018

Nine of the 14 vehicles are wrapped with the rest to be completed this spring.


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Uponor is being recognized in 2018 for its commitment to sharing expertise with the manufacturing industry.

Uponor named Minnesota Manufacturer of the Year for second time

April 20, 2018

Uponor North America has been named the 2018 Minnesota Manufacturer of the Year in the large-company category by the Manufacturers Alliance.


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Back to the basics of hydronic controls

Back to the basics of hydronic controls

Hydronic heating is one of the most comfortable ways to condition a home.
Jen Anesi-Brombach
Jen Anesi-Brombach
April 17, 2018

Overall system health must be optimized in order for smart controls to be effective.


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Touchless technology improves faucet usability

Touchless technology improves faucet usability

Nadia Askar
Nadia Askar
April 16, 2018

Hands-free tech helps prevent messes while cutting down on germ transmission.


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American Standard-branded restrooms feature Pillar tap metering faucets and Lucerne wall-mount sinks.

Exclusive American Standard-branded restrooms in Atlanta Braves ballpark

April 13, 2018

These branded restrooms exclusively feature American Standard toilets, urinals, sinks, faucets and showerheads.


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The leak-detection revolution

Jen Anesi-Brombach
Jen Anesi-Brombach
April 13, 2018

New technologies are making leak detection smarter and more effective than ever before.


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Tool Tips: Cutting brittle plastic pipe

March 31, 2018

Tool Tips—March 2018


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The Glitch

The Glitch & Fix: March 2018

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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
March 30, 2018

Tee’d Off


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