Plumbing & Mechanical, the information resource for contractors engaged in plumbing, piping, hydronic heating, fire protection and water treatment. https://www.pmmag.com/rss/articles Radiant floor heating is expanding rapidly into commercial environments and early-stage project specifications, defying broader housing and remodeling market headwinds through strong “stay-put” renovation and trade labor efficiency trends.  Radiant floor heating is expanding rapidly into commercial environments and early-stage project specifications, defying broader housing and remodeling market headwinds through strong “stay-put” renovation and trade labor efficiency trends.

]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:50:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107675-warmlyyours-q2-sales-report-shows-floor-heating-drove-growth http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107675 The rebate can be combined with eligible state and federal incentives, helping reduce the upfront cost of installing a hybrid heating system while giving contractors another tool to help customers invest in higher-efficiency equipment. The rebate can be combined with eligible state and federal incentives, helping reduce the upfront cost of installing a hybrid heating system while giving contractors another tool to help customers invest in higher-efficiency equipment. 

]]> Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:06:56 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107674-weil-mclain-launches-limited-time-eco-hybrid-smarter-heating-rebate http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107674 Plumbing Manufacturers International’s “Plumbing Manufacturing Industry Economic Impact Study” reveals the combined, total economic impact of plumbers and plumbing manufacturers to be more than $442 billion annually, with almost 1.8 million jobs, and over $142 billion in wages. Plumbing Manufacturers International’s “Plumbing Manufacturing Industry Economic Impact Study” reveals the combined, total economic impact of plumbers and plumbing manufacturers to be more than $442 billion annually, with almost 1.8 million jobs, and over $142 billion in wages. 

]]> Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107673-plumbing-industry-adds-442b-to-us-economy-faces-550-000-worker-shortage http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107673 In the 50 years since Legionnaires’ was given its name, tens of thousands of Americans have lost their lives to this disease which is the leading cause of waterborne illness and death in the US.  In the 50 years since Legionnaires’ was given its name, tens of thousands of Americans have lost their lives to this disease which is the leading cause of waterborne illness and death in the US. 

]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:29:43 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107671-50-years-since-first-legionnaires-outbreak-still-no-meaningful-progress-on-disease-prevention http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107671 Alongside Mission Control, Smart Service Cloud includes The Oracle, an AI reporting engine powered by Anthropic's Claude. Alongside Mission Control, Smart Service Cloud includes The Oracle, an AI reporting engine powered by Anthropic's Claude.

]]> Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107670-smart-service-mission-control http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107670 The system is available with a range of indoor unit models and capacities.  The system is available with a range of indoor unit models and capacities.

]]> Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:48:42 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107668-general-hvac-solutions-america-vu-7-heat-recovery-heat-pump-systems http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107668 On this episode of And So It Flows, Plumbing & Mechanical Associate Editor Kristen Bayles is joined by Mike Rizzuto, National Technical Sales West for Infinity Drain, to discuss how changing consumer expectations are reshaping shower and drain design. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:30:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107666-how-shower-design-is-changing http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107666 As demand for essential home services continues to grow, bluefrog Plumbing + Drain is focused on expanding its footprint in key markets across the country. As demand for essential home services continues to grow, bluefrog Plumbing + Drain is focused on expanding its footprint in key markets across the country. 

]]> Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:42:43 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107667-bluefrog-plumbing-drain-appoints-franchise-development-leader http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107667 The owner of a high-rise multi-family residential building in Battery Park, Manhattan faced a pressing infrastructure decision: replace an aging, gas-fired domestic hot water (DHW) system that could no longer deliver reliable, efficient service to residents. The owner of a high-rise multi-family residential building in Battery Park, Manhattan faced a pressing infrastructure decision: replace an aging, gas-fired domestic hot water (DHW) system that could no longer deliver reliable, efficient service to residents.

]]> Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:31:57 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107662-case-study-veritus-heat-pump-water-heater-in-new-york-retrofit http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107662 From common misconceptions to evolving technology, this episode explores what contractors need to know about backflow prevention, including inspections, repairs, replacements, codes, and selecting the right solutions. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107664-understanding-backflow-prevention http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107664 METUS reports progress across leadership, product innovation and A2L readiness. METUS reports progress across leadership, product innovation and A2L readiness.

]]> Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107665-metus-highlights-first-half-2026-progress http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107665 ClearLOC® transparent push-fit fittings help reduce installation time by up to 50% by eliminating the measuring and marking required by traditional push-fit fittings. ClearLOC® transparent push-fit fittings help reduce installation time by up to 50% by eliminating the measuring and marking required by traditional push-fit fittings.

]]> Sat, 15 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107609-instant-visual-verification-for-faster-fitting-installs http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107609 his roster celebrates successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achieved remarkable growth while driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the economy. his roster celebrates successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achieved remarkable growth while driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of the economy. 

]]> Sat, 15 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107660-powerhouse-consulting-group-named-no-1002-on-the-2026-inc-5000-list http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107660 This year’s Inc. 5000 spotlights companies reshaping growth across industries including AI, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, consumer products and professional services. This year’s Inc. 5000 spotlights companies reshaping growth across industries including AI, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, consumer products and professional services. 

]]> Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:57:42 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107661-interplay-learning-named-to-americas-fastest-growing-private-companies http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107661 Work Truck Week encompasses The Work Truck Show, Future Truck Summit, NTEA Annual Meeting, Work Truck Week Ride & Drive, educational program and more. Work Truck Week encompasses The Work Truck Show, Future Truck Summit, NTEA Annual Meeting, Work Truck Week Ride & Drive, educational program and more.

]]> Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107659-ntea-sets-dates-for-work-truck-week-2027-with-new-future-truck-summit http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107659 ADP Research reports that workers hired within the previous three months represented 3.6% of construction employment on average between 2019 and 2025. In 2026, that share has climbed to 4.6%, suggesting that hiring activity is accelerating. Even so, bringing new people through the door is only part of the workforce challenge. As competition for experienced talent intensifies, contractors must focus not only on attracting workers but also on creating reasons for them to stay. ADP Research reports that workers hired within the previous three months represented 3.6% of construction employment on average between 2019 and 2025. In 2026, that share has climbed to 4.6%, suggesting that hiring activity is accelerating. Even so, bringing new people through the door is only part of the workforce challenge. As competition for experienced talent intensifies, contractors must focus not only on attracting workers but also on creating reasons for them to stay.

]]> Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107656-why-skilled-technicians-are-harder-than-ever-to-keep http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107656 Legrande’s is Airo’s first acquisition in partnership with CCMP Growth. Legrande’s is Airo’s first acquisition in partnership with CCMP Growth.

]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:52:20 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107658-airo-mechanical-adds-legrandes-enterprises-to-its-growing-business http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107658 Many air-to-water heat pumps are combined with boilers. In retrofit projects, it’s likely an existing boiler; in new projects, it’s likely a mod/con boiler. The boiler can provide supplemental heat during very cold weather. It can also serve as a backup heat source should the heat pump become inoperable. Many air-to-water heat pumps are combined with boilers. In retrofit projects, it’s likely an existing boiler; in new projects, it’s likely a mod/con boiler. The boiler can provide supplemental heat during very cold weather. It can also serve as a backup heat source should the heat pump become inoperable.

]]> Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:30:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107657-setting-up-a-failproof-system-with-an-air-to-water-heat-pump-and-boiler http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107657 Tudor has more than 30 years of experience in the home service industry. Tudor has more than 30 years of experience in the home service industry. 

]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:34:58 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107653-home-services-industry-veteran-joins-camp-digital-as-chief-revenue-officer http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107653 For Nyad, success is not measured by removing operators from the process. It is measured by giving more operators access to the kind of guidance that has traditionally depended on who happened to be on shift. For Nyad, success is not measured by removing operators from the process. It is measured by giving more operators access to the kind of guidance that has traditionally depended on who happened to be on shift.

]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:30:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107642-the-next-shift-in-wastewater-training http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107642 The three sessions will provide attendees with guidance on leading through uncertainty, creating workplaces where women can thrive and managing periods of change without sacrificing personal or professional growth. The three sessions will provide attendees with guidance on leading through uncertainty, creating workplaces where women can thrive and managing periods of change without sacrificing personal or professional growth.

]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:13:52 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107651-women-in-hvacr-announces-key-breakout-speakers-for-2026-annual-conference http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107651 Georgia’s new contractor licensing provision aims to curb misleading advertising by unlicensed businesses while strengthening consumer protections and supporting contractors who meet state licensing requirements. Georgia’s new contractor licensing provision aims to curb misleading advertising by unlicensed businesses while strengthening consumer protections and supporting contractors who meet state licensing requirements.

]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:40:51 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107650-georgia-law-cracks-down-on-unlicensed-contractor-advertising http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107650 When operators are trained how to find the sweet spot and learn to read the returning water, they can reduce repeat passes, avoid unnecessary wear on the truck, and lower the risk of service disruptions. When operators are trained how to find the sweet spot and learn to read the returning water, they can reduce repeat passes, avoid unnecessary wear on the truck, and lower the risk of service disruptions.

]]> Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107649-finding-the-sweet-spot-in-sewer-line-cleaning http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107649 A portion of proceeds from every bag sold will support programs, opportunities, and initiatives that help strengthen the future of the skilled trades. A portion of proceeds from every bag sold will support programs, opportunities, and initiatives that help strengthen the future of the skilled trades.

]]> Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107648-american-plumber-stories-launches-new-coffee-program http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107648 Submissions to the inaugural list are now open to all trades professionals through August 16, and winners will be announced on September 9. Submissions to the inaugural list are now open to all trades professionals through August 16, and winners will be announced on September 9.

]]> Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:48:03 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107647-housecall-pro-launches-top-50-most-unforgettable-home-service-brand-names-list http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107647 Backflow can compromise potable water systems and pose serious public health risks. Learn how the 2024 International Plumbing Code, proper backflow prevention, routine testing, and cross-connection control strategies work together to help protect drinking water. Backflow can compromise potable water systems and pose serious public health risks. Learn how the 2024 International Plumbing Code, proper backflow prevention, routine testing, and cross-connection control strategies work together to help protect drinking water.

]]> Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107646-understanding-backflow-risks-regulations-and-prevention-measures http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107646 Although 93% of Americans say handwashing is important to their overall health, only 76% say they always wash their hands after using a public restroom, and 77% have witnessed someone leave without washing. Although 93% of Americans say handwashing is important to their overall health, only 76% say they always wash their hands after using a public restroom, and 77% have witnessed someone leave without washing.

]]> Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:37:21 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107645-summer-restroom-readiness-supports-healthier-visitors http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107645 While this month's announcements were more limited, price adjustments still affected valves, hydronic controls, pipe, supports, water heating products, and other plumbing and PVF product categories, with increases reaching close to double digits for some lines. While this month's announcements were more limited, price adjustments still affected valves, hydronic controls, pipe, supports, water heating products, and other plumbing and PVF product categories, with increases reaching close to double digits for some lines. 

]]> Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107644-phcp-pvf-price-increases-august-2026 http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107644 Today's plumbing professionals do far more than repair broken pipes. By connecting homeowners with trusted restoration partners early in the process, they can help minimize structural damage, preserve irreplaceable belongings and guide customers through one of the most stressful events they may ever experience. Today's plumbing professionals do far more than repair broken pipes. By connecting homeowners with trusted restoration partners early in the process, they can help minimize structural damage, preserve irreplaceable belongings and guide customers through one of the most stressful events they may ever experience. 

]]> Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107632-when-every-minute-counts-the-plumbers-role-in-water-damage-recovery http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107632 Federal standards may set the timeline, but state policies, building owner expectations and new technologies are accelerating commercial water heating’s high-efficiency transition. Federal standards may set the timeline, but state policies, building owner expectations and new technologies are accelerating commercial water heating’s high-efficiency transition.

]]> Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107643-navigating-the-shift-innovation-in-commercial-water-heating http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107643