Plumbing News

70%+ of home service professionals now use AI to cut admin work, not field jobs, Housecall Pro report finds

Business owners across all trades are embracing AI to boost productivity and reclaim time — while keeping the skilled, hands-on work human-first.

June 3, 2025

Housecall Pro's report found that AI is being used as a tool to cut back on admin work for many skilled trade businesses.

The RLS Mobile Showroom and Training Center

RLS mobile showroom and training center exceeds goal to provide hands-on HVAC/R education nationwide

Rapid Locking System marks one year of hands-on HVAC/R training with 20,000 professionals reached.

June 3, 2025

From live demos to VR roadshows, RLS is transforming HVAC/R education.

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PHCC contractors make major impact during 2025 legislative conference

PHCC members rally in Washington.

June 2, 2025

More than 100 PHCC members met with lawmakers during the 2025 Legislative Conference to champion industry priorities.

Netic launches with $20M to fix the $500B industries that keep America running

Netic exits stealth with $20M and a mission to automate revenue in essential service industries.

June 2, 2025

A team from Scale AI, HRT and Palantir brings autonomous AI that executes — not assists — to America's overlooked service industries.

Ingram investing $50M to enhance operations in the St. Louis region

St. Louis' prime location is ideal for the strategic initiatives by Ingram.

June 2, 2025

The company's investments and environmental initiatives are highlighted during FreightWeekSTL.

The Riviera model towel warmer from WarmlyYours

WarmlyYours report: towel warmers dominate first quarter sales

Towel warmers have been a major component of growth in radiant heating sales.

May 29, 2025

WarmlyYours plans to expand their product offerings based on these finds.

Ariston Group and Lennox announce joint venture to launch Lennox-branded water heaters in North America

This partnership will expand the groups reach in the U.S. and Canada.

May 28, 2025

The partnership combines Ariston’s advanced water heating technology and north American footprint with Lennox’s strength in residential distribution and customer relationships.

IAPMO advances development of 2027 uniform codes during Technical Committee

IAPMO’s 2025 Annual Education and Business Conference will take place Sept. 14-18 at the Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel.

May 23, 2025

Technical committees for the UPC and UMC convened in Los Angeles to advance code revisions and launch new task groups for future development.

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Garnett Station Partners launches Grizzly MEP, a commercial mechanical, electrical and plumbing services platform

Garnett Station Partners announces partnership with Stiles Heating and Cooling.

May 20, 2025

Grizzly MEP launches with backing from Garnett Station Partners and industry leader Kelly Romano, targeting growth and consolidation in the $500 billion Commercial MEP market, starting with a strategic partnership with Stiles Heating & Cooling.

Modine receives Good Design award for Amp Dawg residential unit heater

The company received this award at the 75th annual Good Design Awards.

May 16, 2025

Modine’s Amp Dawg unit heater earns international recognition for design excellence, receiving a Good Design Award in the building materials category.