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As the second Trump administration gets underway, it has taken an aggressive approach to reducing the energy efficiency and water conservation federal regulations that have been the subject of numerous United States (U.S.) rulemakings and court cases over the last few decades.

A plumber recently asked us to inspect a home with issues related to radiant heating. The homeowner, Ronny, runs a company that builds commercial office buildings, and the plumber handles the plumbing work.

The condition of underground sanitary drainage is crucial for community health, but aging pipes pose significant challenges globally. Traditional replacement methods disrupt daily life and harm the environment. Trenchless technology minimizes these issues, making it essential for creating sustainable and resilient cities.

Water conservation has become a critical issue, with over 4 billion people living in water-stressed areas. Effective water management is vital for both commercial and residential businesses to address consumer concerns and comply with regulations.

Commercial buildings, like homes, face risks from fire, flooding, and severe weather. Property owners and managers should recognize these threats but not be overwhelmed—proactive measures can significantly reduce risks and ensure peace of mind for everyone.

As a young and relatively new business owner, Dylan D’Amato had been looking for a signature residential project to establish his company and himself as an industry leader in the competitive New Jersey market. The design, installation and service of a radiant heating system for a 15,000-square-foot mansion will help D’Amato achieve that goal.

In a recent whitepaper written by Dr. Janet Stout and Abraham Cullom of the Special Pathogens lab – both legionella experts – it’s reported that legionaires disseas is on the rise, particularly in the healthcare setting. Cliamte change, aging infrastrcuturem increasing population are all identified factors that increase legionella cases.

Chicago Faucets is hosting a free webinar designed specifically for facility teams — to help you take control of water safety. Join Megan Canright Racicot (MPH, CIH), a leading industrial hygienist in building water risks, on Wednesday, April 30.

As end users become more aware of and knowledgeable about the damaging effects of PFAS, microplastics, other chemicals, and hard water, plumbing professionals must be up-to-date with the latest water treatment and filtration technologies on the market. Plumbing & Mechanical sat down with Sara Krupa, category manager, filtration at Moen, to talk all things water filtration.

GSHP systems have one primary significant difference: the outdoor refrigerant coil and fan are absent. Instead of these components, the functions of the outdoor condenser have been integrated into the indoor unit, resulting in a hybrid condenser and evaporator unit.