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Serving Beyond the Service Call: Building a People-First Trades Business

Why human connection, not hustle or hype, is the real differentiator in residential HVAC and plumbing
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Cassie Pound
Cassie Pound
July 22, 2026

In a business driven by efficiency and productivity, Cassie Pound believes the greatest competitive advantage is human connection. Learn how her people-first approach to leadership, hiring and customer service has built a culture of trust that extends far beyond the service call.


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Plugging the Leaks: How to Fix the Data Gaps in Your Plumbing Business

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Phil Hotarek
July 21, 2026

Understanding where business intelligence leaks occur can help contractors improve cash flow, strengthen margins and make smarter operational decisions.


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Driving Growth in Plumbing Today

Labor shortages and changing regulations are reshaping the industry, making adaptability a competitive advantage
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Tim House
July 13, 2026

Contractors who continue to grow will be the ones who stay informed, embrace training, and prepare to move in the direction that the industry is heading.


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Funding the Future: Smart Financing Strategies for Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors

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Christopher Cornella
July 9, 2026

Whether you're looking to acquire a retiring owner's book of business or simply need working capital to bridge the gap between completing a job and getting paid, understanding your financing options is one of the most important business skills you can develop.


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The TV Strategy That Builds Trust and Makes the Phone Ring

Heather Ripley
Heather Ripley
July 7, 2026

TV ads can build awareness, but earned media builds trust. Learn how a strong public relations strategy can position your company as the local expert, increase credibility, and keep your business top of mind when customers need to make a call.


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Top 40 Under 40 Next Gen All-Star Competition Officially Open

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Hannah Belloli-Oster
July 2, 2026

Nominations are officially open for the 2026 Plumbing & Mechanical and Supply House Times Top 40 Under 40 Next Gen All-Star competition.


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ACCA Names Interim CEO, Launches National Search for New Leader

Barton James departs as CEO after leading key modernization efforts
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
June 23, 2026

Barton James has concluded his service as Chief Executive Officer, and the Board has named Martin Hoover, 2024-2025 ACCA Chair of the Board of Directors, as Interim CEO.


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Visibility Matters for Contractors During Home Improvement Season

Heather Ripley
Heather Ripley
June 23, 2026

For contractors, summer is the perfect opportunity to build trust and establish themselves as the experts homeowners can turn to when those projects become more complicated and they need professional support. Home service professionals who have already built credibility and visibility are far more likely to earn that business.


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Fake Plumbing Contractor Arrested on Fraud, Burglary, and Elder Abuse Charges

Authorities say the suspect used a stolen contractor license number
Hannah Belloli-Oster
Hannah Belloli-Oster
June 17, 2026

A Riverside, California, contractor fraud investigation has led to the arrest of a man accused of posing as a licensed plumbing contractor, stealing from an elderly resident, and using a stolen contractor license number.


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Does Buying a Company Make Sense?

Patrick Lange
Patrick Lange
June 15, 2026

Thinking about acquiring another plumbing company? Growth can be appealing, but an acquisition may create more challenges than opportunities, especially if you plan to sell your business in the near future. Learn why debt, integration hurdles, operational risks and buyer perceptions can impact your company’s value, and what business owners should consider before making a move.



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ServiceTitan hosts first Pantheon conference since 2019

ServiceTitan hosted its first user conference since the COVID-19 pandemic at the historic Los Angeles Coliseum in late April. The annual user conference brought contractors across North America together to harness the power of technology and supercharge their business to reach the level of success they deserve. The event included more than 30 sessions, during which thousands of contractors learned how to tackle the most pressing trade industry challenges, including digital transformation, hiring and retaining top talent, developing unique marketing strategies, building a financial roadmap to success, and more. Attendees also received a sneak peak at the latest and greatest products and features of ServiceTitan’s software through informative demos and a keynote by Vahe Kuzoyan, co-founder and President of ServiceTitan.

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Service World Expo 2019

The fourth annual Service World Expo returned to Las Vegas, Oct. 14-18, with 1,900 plumbing, HVAC, electrical and remodeling contractors in attendance.

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World Plumbing Day 2019 tweets

Readers shared how they celebrated World Plumbing Day on social media using #WorldPlumbingDay. Check them out!

March 14, 2019

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PHCC 2018 Legislative Conference

During PHCC’s Legislative Conference held May 22-23, 2018, more than 100 PHCC contractors; state and local chapter executives; and p-h-c industry partners delivered a unified message to members of Congress about ongoing challenges that will have a long-term impact on the p-h-c industry and the country. Photo credit to Nadia Askar/RJ 2.0.

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June 14, 2018

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