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Happy couple shaking hands with their real estate agent after successful deal in the apartment. Workers wearing yellow safety hats and overalls are in the background.
Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Working with home warranty companies

The partnership can pay off, but only if you control the terms and play by the rules.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
July 8, 2025

Since home warranty companies deal with numerous customers and service contracts, they can provide a steady stream of work, which helps maintain cash flow, even in slow seasons or during economic downturns.


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Latin American plumber fixing a toilet in the bathroom.
Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Troubleshooting common airflow plumbing issues

Gone with the flow: Gasping for air!
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
June 2, 2025

Every time we try flushing our toilet, it just swirls around the bowl and ever so slowly goes down. Does it do this on every other flush? No. Well, that ruled out an after-fill tube having slipped off of the overflow tube and, sure enough, once on site with tank lid removed, the ballcock’s after-fill tube was securely inside the overflow tube. 


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John Siegenthaler, Hot Rod Rohr and Dave Yates reunite at the Lochinvar booth at AHR 2025.
Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Eye candy from The AHR Expo 2025

Go with the flow
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
May 12, 2025

Eye candy would best describe many of the products on display at the great AHR Exposition recently held in Orlando Florida’s Convention Center.


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Geothermal Power Plant: Geothermal electricity is electricity generated from geothermal energy.

Demystifying ground source heat pumps

A guide to retrofit and new construction geothermal heat pumps.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
April 7, 2025

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.


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Crowds at the AHR Expo exhibition floor in Orlando, Florida
Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

AHR day 3: Best in show

Dave Yates
Dave Yates
March 31, 2025

As the morning passed, crowds thinned and by midmorning, you have unfettered access to folks working booths who are happy to see you and eager to show off their wares. This is by far the best time to establish inside contacts and create bonds with manufacturers.


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Colourful sale labels with an orange to neutral gradient background.
Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Price complaint department

Price is not a dirty word!
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
March 17, 2025

Facing price complaints from customers? Remember to keep your cool! Start by empathizing with their frustrations about rising costs everywhere. Explain the challenges small businesses face, highlighting how online retailers can undercut prices due to lower overhead. Always keep the conversation constructive and focused on solutions. 



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AHR 2025: Looking back to look forward

AI and product self-diagnosis to be tools for the PHVAC contractor of the future.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
March 14, 2025

AHR consistently impresses with innovative PHVAC technologies, educational seminars, engaging presentations, and impressive exhibits while emphasizing that hands-on skills in trades like PHVAC, electrical work, and carpentry cannot be replaced by artificial intelligence.


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Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Wet vents: Take full advantage of the minimum standards set forth in plumbing code books

Dave Yates
Dave Yates
February 5, 2025

Discussions about wet venting in plumbing often spark heated debates, but if you're competing against a plumber who effectively utilizes it, you may lose bids by venting every fixture. Wet venting allows for a more efficient use of materials and labor, making bids more competitive.


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Frozen exterior faucet.
Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Staying safe in extreme weather

Baby, it’s cold outside!
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
January 6, 2025

In January 1979, a plumber dealt with severe winter emergencies, including a radiator explosion and frozen pipes. Reflecting on past experiences like a romantic evening turned dangerous by extreme cold, he faced unpredictable challenges in his trade.


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Close-up View Of Open Dishwasher With Kitchen Utensils In It
Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

The evolution of dishwashers

Believe it or not!
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
December 4, 2024

In my old farmhouse, a discarded dishwasher became a reliable kitchen staple for nearly two decades. Now, as I help reconstruct Horn Farm after a fire, I’m intrigued by the evolution of dishwashers—from simple gravity-fed designs to today's advanced models—while focusing on energy efficiency. Join me as I explore this journey of innovation!


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