Items Tagged with 'plumbing'

In the premiere episode of PM After Dark, Plumbing & Mechanical and Supply House Times put a fresh spin on industry news, covering the theft of $8,000 in tools from a Houston plumber's work van and the latest November manufacturer price increases.

DiversiTech Corporation announced an exclusive North American partnership with Respiro USA for the CO/PRO Carbon Monoxide Shutoff Switch, a solution designed to address carbon monoxide risks where they originate. 

Waterproof work boots don't always fail because of worn-out waterproofing. Damaged seams, cracked leather, and separating soles can also let water in. An analysis of 87 work boot durability complaints highlights common failure points and simple checks plumbers can perform to keep their footwear ready for wet work.

Hard work, integrity and technical expertise are essential to running a successful plumbing business, but they aren't enough on their own. One contractor's story highlights the importance of financial literacy, understanding profitability, and knowing when to seek guidance to build a sustainable business.

Are your marketing dollars generating real business or just impressive-looking reports? Discover the seven key metrics plumbing and HVAC contractors should track each month to measure leads, evaluate marketing performance, and better understand their return on investment.

KD Group announced the acquisition of the core business and assets of SmartONE Solutions, Inc., a Canadian provider of smart home and smart building technologies. 

Move over, Fallon and Kimmel! We're bringing late-night television to the plumbing, mechanical, and supply industries. Get ready for industry news, insights, and conversations with a fresh twist when PM After Dark premieres this November.

A Houston plumbing contractor is facing an $8,000 loss after thieves stole tools and equipment from his work van while he was on the job. The incident highlights the risks contractors face when leaving valuable equipment unattended.

Capturing the gold medal in the Plumbing and Heating Skill, Matthias Steiner exemplified the exceptional precision and craftsmanship that modern infrastructure urgently requires. Representing the United States, Charles Goede, a 20-year-old plumbing apprentice from Connecticut, also earned a Medal for Excellence for his performance in the Plumbing and Heating competition.