Plumbing News

Ray Wohlfarth: Consider a hybrid heating system

Here is some food for thought.

September 13, 2019

The owner asked for a bid to replace her 35-year-old cast iron boiler which was still operating. She had two requirements: Redundancy in the event of a boiler malfunction and lower fuel costs for the building.

A. O. Smith offers in-depth training opportunities

A.O. Smith hosts grand opening of technical training facility

Renovated facility takes contractor education to the next level.

Mike Miazga

September 12, 2019

How far has water-heater manufacturer A. O. Smith’s training capabilities come?

Matt Michel: 5 ISH trends

Anecdotal impressions of ISH Germany from the Service Nation team.

Matt Michel

September 12, 2019

Every other year, ISH, the world’s largest PHC trade show is held in Frankfurt Germany.

PHCC recognizes Bradford White as highest strategic partner category

September 11, 2019

The new recognition expands the partnership from solely Bradford White Water Heaters to the entire Bradford White Corp., an American-based family of companies creating technologically enhanced, energy-efficient products that bring reliable and green heating solutions to the world.

Matco-Norca touch-to-clean showerhead

September 11, 2019

Matco-Norca’s Builder Light tub and shower features a 6” touch-to-clean showerhead

Cobra Tools drain auger

September 11, 2019

The Cobra Skinny Snake by Cobra Tools is the latest edition to its family of drain augers.

Prier frost-proof hydrant

September 11, 2019

The TrueTemp combines the time-tested success of Prier’s frost-proof hydrants with cutting edge technology, providing tempered water for any use outside of the home.

Midwest Innovative Technologies' hydrant casing system

September 11, 2019

The Wall Hydrant Made Easy (WHME) allows hydrants to be replaced quickly and easily from the outside of the building, the company says.

Woodford roof hydrant

September 11, 2019

This commercial roof hydrant provides a reliable, year-round rooftop water source. It features a heavy-duty cast iron mounting system.

Voltex Water Heater stars in PBS’ “Ask This Old House”

New water heater reduces family’s monthly electric bill.

Brandon Stepanek

September 11, 2019

Richard Trethewey is the heating and plumbing expert on the popular PBS home improvement show “Ask This Old House.” For an October 2018 episode, Trethewey met with homeowner Scott Sanders, who needed to replace an ailing 20-year-old electric tank water heater.