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The conversation around heat pump water heaters is far from settled. In this letter, a retired plumbing contractor shares why he believes the industry should continue the debate.

By understanding the benefits, limitations, and installation requirements of tankless technology, plumbing professionals can guide homeowners toward a water heating solution that aligns with their budget, lifestyle, and hot water demands.

A proposed bill could allow qualifying plumbers and other workers in physically demanding careers to receive full Social Security retirement benefits at age 60. The legislation outlines two potential paths to qualify and could have implications for skilled trades workforce recruitment and retention.

PHCP-PVF price increases slowed in October, with adjustments affecting select heating, geothermal, controls, and industrial product lines. See which manufacturers announced increases and when they take effect.

The current landscape with hydronics and heat pumps feels like an important time to adapt. Changing long-held opinions within the industry is not easy.

Improper piping sends heated fluid backward through an idle boiler in this hybrid hydronic system.

The PHCP-PVF industry has been fighting stereotypes for decades. Though the world seems to be coming around, and more people are recognizing the opportunities available in the trades, it hasn’t happened without a fight. And it certainly hasn’t happened overnight. That makes this contest, recognizing the people who decided to dedicate their careers — their life — to this industry, all the more important.

After nearly two decades in PHCP-PVF, Matthew Liber has learned that successful distribution comes down to more than having the right products. It takes technical knowledge, dependable service and relationships built to last.

Robert Derrico entered plumbing at just 14 years old. More than two decades later, he’s still learning, solving problems, and helping technicians develop the skills and confidence to build careers of their own.

Curiosity about solving everyday problems drew Jose Camacho into PHCP-PVF, where he has built an eight-year career around innovative solutions, teamwork, and improving the systems people rely on every day.