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Matt Michel

Matt Michel: 9 ways to help your plumbing company stand out

Tips to differentiate yourself in the marketplace.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
May 3, 2021

For consumers, one plumbing company looks pretty much like any other. 


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Dave Yates

Dave Yates: Immersed in your job

A leak detection investigation.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
April 30, 2021

I knew my day was going sideways when it was going to be necessary to change into a bathing suit and get wet in the customer’s master bath in order to find out what was causing a leak into the basement. 


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Codes Corner

Innovative plumbing code technologies are critical to creating sustainable and resilient buildings

Technologies are most effective when recognized and implemented by the entire building industry.
Shawn Strausbaugh
Shawn Strausbaugh
April 29, 2021

To aid plumbers and tradespersons in staying competitive in the marketplace, innovative technologies and materials must be a priority when crafting and revising provisions within model codes and standards in order to enhance efficiency, positively impact affordability and provide ease of service for those implementing it.


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Kenny Chapman

Kenny Chapman: How to spark progress in yourself and your business

Become your own progress catalyst.
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Kenny Chapman
April 29, 2021

Complacency and comfort are the enemies of business and life, my friends. 


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Dan Holohan

Dan Holohan: Frugal tools

Pay attention, these tools are tough.
Dan Holohan
April 28, 2021

Who doesn’t like to talk about tools? I asked a bunch of my friends about the tools that live on in sweet memory as frugal tools — tools that were worth the investment. 


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Siggy

John Siegenthaler: A diversionary detail

Another circumstance where hydronic versatility adds value.
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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
April 27, 2021

The heating output and coefficient of performance (COP) of any hydronic heat pump is very dependent on the water temperature leaving the heat pump’s condenser. 


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The 7-Power Contractor

Al Levi: New practices for COVID-19

Great testimonials help keep the phone ringing.
7 Power Blog
Al Levi
April 27, 2021

There’s an ancient proverb that says, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago.


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Nicole Krawcke

Nicole Krawcke: Reviews make or break contracting businesses

Once considered nice to have, online reviews are now essential for small businesses.
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Nicole Krawcke
April 8, 2021

In today’s world, online reviews matter. I recently decided to switch dentists and find one closer to our new home. 


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Marketing Magic

Marketing Magic: Digital marketing tips for enhancing your success

Reach new customers and engage with existing ones.
Becky Brotherton
April 6, 2021

No longer an optional form of advertising, digital marketing has become the norm. 


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Codes Corner

Codes Corner: An introduction to IAPMO IS 34

This comprehensive document serves as the first illustrative manual of its kind in the nation.
Taylor Costea
April 6, 2021

IAPMO has collaborated with the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) to produce an installation standard for solar photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage systems (ESS) in residential applications. 


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