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Nicole Krawcke

Nicole Krawcke

Nicole Krawcke is the former Chief Editor of Plumbing & Mechanical and PM Engineer magazines. She covered the HVAC and plumbing industries for BNP Media. She has more than 15 years of writing and editing experience and holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Michigan State University.

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01 PM 1223 PM Profile Earth Day with Plant

PM Profile: Plumbing contractor gives back

Hero Helps, Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air’s charity division, gives back to its community all year long.
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Nicole Krawcke
December 18, 2023

Plumbing & Mechanical Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke had the chance to chat with Magda Elizondo, Hero Helps coordinator for Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air, about the company’s charitable efforts, not just during the giving season, but throughout the entire year.


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Nexstar Network's NexTech Academy celebrates fifth anniversary

Since its inception five years ago, NexTech Academy has graduated 1,081 plumbing, HVAC and electrical students.
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Nicole Krawcke
December 12, 2023

Roughly 250 Nexstar member contractors use the NexTech Academy program consistently for training new plumbers and technicians. The academy averages about 400 to 500 graduates a year.


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Editorial Opinion | Nicole Krawcke

Contractors should prioritize giving back to their communities

‘Tis the season.
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Nicole Krawcke
December 11, 2023

Generosity is the new marketing. In this era of social media, charitable companies can earn an enhanced brand reputation as being a “good” company and will make people want to do business with them.


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Plumbing Industry Forecast

Experts remain confident for 2024 plumbing industry forecast

Economic indicators point to a recession looming in 2024, but industry experts remain confident.
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Nicole Krawcke
December 7, 2023

Finding, training, and retaining employees will continue to be a challenge moving into next year. With many homeowners still feeling the pinch of inflation, contractors will notice that more potential customers are price-shopping.


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01 PM 1123 AI for Trades. Ara Mahdessian, co-founder and CEO of ServiceTitan, gives welcome remarks to Pantheon attendees. The event was sold out this year.

AI for the Trades — no contractor left behind

The skilled trades won’t get left behind in the next industrial revolution.
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Nicole Krawcke
November 27, 2023

ServiceTitan made waves earlier this year when it announced new cutting-edge AI solutions, allowing its customers to automate, predict and optimize across their businesses during Pantheon 2023.


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PM Profile

Mechanical contractors need to embrace new technology or get left behind

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Nicole Krawcke
November 22, 2023

Plumbing & Mechanical Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke spoke with Chad Salge, vice president of virtual design and engineering at The Brandt Companies about its digital transformation journey.


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Editorial Opinion | Nicole Krawcke

Get creative to attract and retain top talent

Strategies for plumbing and HVAC contractors should consider to make themselves standout.
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Nicole Krawcke
November 15, 2023

Plumbing and HVAC contractors need to market themselves to potential employees just like they market to their customers.


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Veterans Day

Saluting Veterans in the plumbing industry

Skilled trades can offer a path to success for military veterans.
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Nicole Krawcke
November 10, 2023

Skilled trades offer an excellent opportunity for veterans to build a successful and fulfilling career enabling them to transition to civilian life.


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PM Engineer 2023 Mechanical Engineer of the Year: Jonathan Cristino

AHA Consulting Engineers’ Jonathan Cristino has taken the lead in meeting decarbonization and electrification goals for new and existing buildings.
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Nicole Krawcke
November 7, 2023

Jonathan Cristino's knowledge and experience in new heat pump technologies, and his willingness to explore sustainable engineering designs and practices has earned him the distinction of being named PM Engineer’s 2023 Mechanical Engineer of the Year.


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01 PM 1123 FEATURE Work Trucks feature image

Work trucks — the mobile workshop enhancing efficiency and productivity for plumbing contractors

Trends and solutions for contractor fleet vehicles.
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Nicole Krawcke
November 7, 2023

Whether a contractor has three employees or 300, one of the keys to success is a properly outfitted truck, that not only enable contractors to work efficiently but also contribute to a professional image.


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