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Everyone works on steam
HEATING HELP

Dan Holohan: Who gets to work on steam?

Always read the instructions.
Dan Holohan
November 1, 2021

How’s that for a title? I’ll give you the answer right up front: Everyone!  And the best part is you don’t have to know what you’re doing; you just have to show up.


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HYDRONICS WORKSHOP

John Siegenthaler: The 'net' effect

Air-to-water and water-to-water heat pumps are destined to claim increasing market share in future hydronic systems.
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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
October 28, 2021

The Coefficient of Performance (COP) of a heat pump is essentially the same concept as the thermal efficiency of a boiler (e.g., the desirable output divided by the necessary input).


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Latest technology

Nicole Krawcke: Don't fall behind

Ensure you and your employees stay up-to-date on the latest technologies.
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Nicole Krawcke
October 11, 2021

Technology never ceases to amaze me. I still marvel how I can voice control all the lights in my home through my nifty Google Home devices, change the thermostat temperature with a tap of a button on my phone — and the latest, shut off my water at the main (also from my phone) thanks to my FloLogic leak detection system.


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Secure market dominance during a home improvement boom

Marketing Magic: Secure market dominance during a home improvement boom

Strategies to take your business to the next level.
Tammy Vasquez
October 7, 2021

There’s no question that the demand for home improvement projects is red hot. 


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WaterSense water efficiency

Codes Corner: What is WaterSense certification?

WaterSense-labeled products meet EPA’s specifications for water efficiency and performance, and are backed by independent, third-party certification.
Anish Desai
October 6, 2021

WaterSense-labeled products are certified to use at least 20% less water, save energy and perform as well or better than similar products.


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Plumbers make a tangible difference.

Matt Michel: This is why we plumb!

Plumbers make a tangible difference.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
October 5, 2021

It’s no secret. Plumbers get little respect… until things go wrong — then the plumber is the homeowner’s best friend. 


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Repairing old faucets

Dave Yates: Take a seat

Tips and tricks for repairing older faucets.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
October 4, 2021

My apprentice years were filled with a wide exposure to all manner of plumbing and heating jobs. At that time, F. W. Behler had just four seasoned employees who had been with the company for many years.


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Keeping your focus will save your business

Kenny Chapman: Keeping your focus will save your business

The alternative — losing focus — may crush it.
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Kenny Chapman
October 1, 2021

We’ve all heard the expression, “Keep your eyes on the prize.” Of course, we all know it means to stay focused on what’s really important in your business and life.


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Nicole Krawcke

Nicole Krawcke: Home service industry rebounds after the pandemic

New report from Jobber shows consumer spending on home services — including plumbing and HVAC — has exceeded pre-pandemic levels
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Nicole Krawcke
September 10, 2021
There’s no doubt the COVID-19 pandemic affected businesses of all types and sizes. However, as the economy continues to recover in 2021, different categories are rebounding at different rates.
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Marketing Magic

Marketing Magic: Before you talk to the media, read this

Be proactive rather than reactive
Heather Ripley
Heather Ripley
September 8, 2021
One of the toughest calls I receive as the owner of a public relations agency specializing in the home services industry is from a plumbing or mechanical business owner asking for my help after they find themselves, or their business, in the middle of a crisis.
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