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Sprinkler

The requirements and challenges of residential fire sprinkler systems and water meters

What you need to know.
Dan Hubbard
May 15, 2020

Now that many jurisdictions across the country are mandating fire sprinkler systems in new-home construction, de-signers need to be aware of the requirements and challenges these systems can face in relation to water meters.


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May Glitch

The Glitch and Fix: Hardware heavy

May 15, 2020

A client asks a heating contractor to set up a floor heating system for a new 7,500 square foot machine shop.


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PM Profile

PM Profile: MCAA President Brian Helm

Global pandemic cancels events; MCAA retains 2019 officers for 2020.
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Nicole Krawcke
May 15, 2020

MCAA’s spring meeting and conference schedule screeched to a halt this year, much like many other contractor organizations in the industry, with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. 


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Tool Tips: Toilet and sink water removal

May 14, 2020

The customer says there is water at the base of the toilet after flushing, which means you get to replace the wax seal. 


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Colepepper

Truck of the Month: Colepepper Plumbing & Drains

Colepepper Plumbing & Drains | San Diego, California
Nadia Askar
Nadia Askar
May 14, 2020

A third generation plumber, Mitch Kenney started out working at his father’s company in Colorado, then branched out and tried a couple different entrepreneurial opportunities. 


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Thermostat

The safest way to prevent hot water scalding

Scald protection should be planned and implemented properly in residential and commercial settings.
Kevin Freidt
May 14, 2020

Preventing scalding is indeed something that requires serious consideration. 


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Michigan plumber services COVID-19-positive clients during pandemic

Royal Plumbing employees adhere to strict health and safety protocols while in the field.
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Nicole Krawcke
May 13, 2020

Noah Klein has implemented strict employee protocols for working in the field during the global pandemic, and is personally involved in any calls with COVID-19 symptoms or diagnosis.


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Nicole Krawcke

Nicole Krawcke: Contractors navigate COVID-19

Clear Seas Research shows how businesses are managing the pandemic.
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Nicole Krawcke
May 13, 2020

We are living in unprecedented times with a global pandemic that may have widespread repercussions on the world economy. 


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Dan Holohan

Dan Holohan: How to set a pressuretrol

You won’t find this in the instructions.
Dan Holohan
May 13, 2020

If you have a steam boiler you’re also going to have a pressuretrol.


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OHC Cares

Oil Heat Cares Helps Those in Need to Stay Warm

OESP members donate equipment and installations.
OHC Staff
May 13, 2020

Most homeowners don’t think about their heating system until something goes wrong. And when that happens, it can be a huge financial burden — one they may not be able to afford. Thankfully, organizations like Oil Heat Cares exist to help in those types of situations.


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