Image courtesy of: undefined undefined (iStock / Getty Images Plus) The latest plumbing news, trends and new products. https://www.pmmag.com/rss/2650 en-us baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R. Bayles) The latest numbers indicate that residential demand remains under pressure, particularly for electric storage water heaters, while commercial shipments present a more mixed picture. The latest numbers indicate that residential demand remains under pressure, particularly for electric storage water heaters, while commercial shipments present a more mixed picture. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107618 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107618-water-heater-shipments-stay-under-pressure-through-may Based on PPI’s review, these PEX tubing products may not comply with and are not third-party certified to mandatory industry standards, despite implied claims regarding the suitability of these products for plumbing and mechanical applications. Based on PPI’s review, these PEX tubing products may not comply with and are not third-party certified to mandatory industry standards, despite implied claims regarding the suitability of these products for plumbing and mechanical applications.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107607 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:38:20 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107607-ppi-issues-pex-tubing-standards-advisory IAPMO employs a voluntary consensus development process accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), gathering the largest assembly of plumbing and mechanical experts in the world at its Annual Education and Business Conference and technical committee meetings, enabling anyone — members and non-members alike — to have a voice on proposed changes to the code. IAPMO employs a voluntary consensus development process accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), gathering the largest assembly of plumbing and mechanical experts in the world at its Annual Education and Business Conference and technical committee meetings, enabling anyone — members and non-members alike — to have a voice on proposed changes to the code.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107603 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:27:32 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107603-iapmo-solicits-proposals-for-2030-upc-and-umc Access to realistic and location-specific information about professional service and installation pricing is critical as residential customers rely on next-gen AI search platforms to compare options. Access to realistic and location-specific information about professional service and installation pricing is critical as residential customers rely on next-gen AI search platforms to compare options.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107599 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107599-the-new-flat-rate-releases-smart-pricing-benchmarks Blue Cardinal Home Services is a platform focused on partnering with established home service companies across regional markets. The acquisition of D&D Home Services represents a strategic addition to its portfolio and strengthens its presence in West Texas. Blue Cardinal Home Services is a platform focused on partnering with established home service companies across regional markets. The acquisition of D&D Home Services represents a strategic addition to its portfolio and strengthens its presence in West Texas. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107598 Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107598-apogee-equity-partners-announces-sale-of-midland-texas-hvac-and-plumbing-company Founded in 1901 by W. Frank Dowd, Charlotte Pipe has grown from a local foundry to producers of cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings with 1,800 associates in eight plants across the country.  Founded in 1901 by W. Frank Dowd, Charlotte Pipe has grown from a local foundry to producers of cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings with 1,800 associates in eight plants across the country.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107596 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107596-charlotte-pipe-and-foundry-company-celebrates-125-years The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of the year, pending approval from antitrust regulators and other closing conditions. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of the year, pending approval from antitrust regulators and other closing conditions.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107597 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:33:46 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107597-ferguson-to-acquire-floworks-for-16b Farris joins BDR with more than 30 years of leadership experience spanning entrepreneurship, technology, marketing and business operations. Farris joins BDR with more than 30 years of leadership experience spanning entrepreneurship, technology, marketing and business operations. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107591 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107591-bdr-names-ryan-farris-as-new-chief-executive-officer The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and necessary shareholder and Board approvals and is expected to close during the third quarter in 2026. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and necessary shareholder and Board approvals and is expected to close during the third quarter in 2026.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107582 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:24:33 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107582-ad-announces-intent-to-acquire-supplyforce The acquisition strengthens Everflow's long-term strategy of building a portfolio of differentiated brands and product solutions by adding QuickFitting's connection technologies, including SurePress technology, Push-to-Connect solutions, and an extensive portfolio of patented products. The acquisition strengthens Everflow's long-term strategy of building a portfolio of differentiated brands and product solutions by adding QuickFitting's connection technologies, including SurePress technology, Push-to-Connect solutions, and an extensive portfolio of patented products.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107579 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:04:22 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107579-everflow-acquires-quickfitting bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) While many manufacturers implemented modest increases in the low-single-digit range, some select product categories saw increases of 10% or more. While many manufacturers implemented modest increases in the low-single-digit range, some select product categories saw increases of 10% or more.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107578 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:33:35 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107578-phcp-pvf-price-increases-july-2026 PHCC vice president Tony Bertolino represented the plumbing and HVAC industry at a Great American State Fair event on June 30 on the National Mall. PHCC vice president Tony Bertolino represented the plumbing and HVAC industry at a Great American State Fair event on June 30 on the National Mall.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107574 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:15:14 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107574-phcc-highlights-future-of-skilled-trades-at-america250-celebration baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R. Bayles) The latest numbers show that water heater shipments continued to soften in April, reflecting many of the same economic pressures affecting residential construction and remodeling activity. The latest numbers show that water heater shipments continued to soften in April, reflecting many of the same economic pressures affecting residential construction and remodeling activity. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107549 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:34:01 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107549-ahri-data-shows-water-heater-shipments-remain-soft-in-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. 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.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107543 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:26:55 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107543-acca-names-interim-ceo-launches-national-search-for-new-leader Sonnhalter’s Annual Tool Drive will run throughout the month of August. Sonnhalter’s Annual Tool Drive will run throughout the month of August.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107534 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:07:46 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107534-sonnhalter-continues-tradition-with-17th-annual-tool-drive The company is expanding its North American presence with specialized refrigerant leak detection services. The company is expanding its North American presence with specialized refrigerant leak detection services.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107523 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:39:41 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107523-safe-monitoring-group-acquires-leaklogics 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. 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.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107521 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:06:59 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107521-does-buying-a-company-make-sense IAPMO has published the 2027 editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) in both hardcopy and electronic versions. The Uniform Codes are developed using IAPMO’s ANSI-accredited consensus development procedures. This process brings together volunteers representing a variety of viewpoints and interests to achieve consensus on plumbing and mechanical practices. IAPMO has published the 2027 editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) in both hardcopy and electronic versions. The Uniform Codes are developed using IAPMO’s ANSI-accredited consensus development procedures. This process brings together volunteers representing a variety of viewpoints and interests to achieve consensus on plumbing and mechanical practices.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107519 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:14:28 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107519-iapmo-publishes-2027-editions-of-upc-umc baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R. Bayles) The legislation transfers oversight from the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana and lowers training requirements, prompting debate over the future of plumbing licensure and apprenticeship. The legislation transfers oversight from the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana and lowers training requirements, prompting debate over the future of plumbing licensure and apprenticeship.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107513 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107513-louisiana-plumbing-reform-bill-draws-concerns keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) A new PHCC-backed program inside Hamilton County Jail is equipping inmates with hands-on HVAC and plumbing skills. A new PHCC-backed program inside Hamilton County Jail is equipping inmates with hands-on HVAC and plumbing skills.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107514 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:00:26 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107514-how-a-new-phcc-program-is-turning-inmates-into-tomorrows-plumbers-and-hvac-techs Meta is launching America’s Workforce Academy (AWA): a nationwide fast-track to a long-term career in a skilled trade, powered by an initial $115 million first year investment. Meta is launching America’s Workforce Academy (AWA): a nationwide fast-track to a long-term career in a skilled trade, powered by an initial $115 million first year investment.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107508 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:57:17 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107508-meta-launches-americas-workforce-academy bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) Manufacturers announced another round of PHCP-PVF price increases in June, with adjustments affecting insulation, valves, fittings, pumps, water heating products, and specialty plumbing components. See which suppliers raised prices and when the changes take effect. Manufacturers announced another round of PHCP-PVF price increases in June, with adjustments affecting insulation, valves, fittings, pumps, water heating products, and specialty plumbing components. See which suppliers raised prices and when the changes take effect.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107505 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107505-phcp-pvf-price-increases-june-2026 IAPMO urges its members and other interested parties to get involved in the development process to ensure effectiveness in preserving the public health, safety, and welfare. IAPMO urges its members and other interested parties to get involved in the development process to ensure effectiveness in preserving the public health, safety, and welfare. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107500 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:11:07 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107500-iapmo-advances-development-of-2027-westand-during-technical-committee-meetings The USHGC is a model code developed by IAPMO to govern the installation and inspection of solar energy systems as a means of promoting the public’s health, safety, and welfare. The USHGC is a model code developed by IAPMO to govern the installation and inspection of solar energy systems as a means of promoting the public’s health, safety, and welfare.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107499 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:11:03 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107499-iapmo-advances-development-of-2027-ushgc-and-uspshtc-during-technical-committee-meetings With more than 40 years of industry experience, Specht brings a deep and well-rounded understanding of the trades, having worked across nearly every facet of the plumbing and HVAC industry — from a family-owned contracting business to national service providers, manufacturing, and private equity. With more than 40 years of industry experience, Specht brings a deep and well-rounded understanding of the trades, having worked across nearly every facet of the plumbing and HVAC industry — from a family-owned contracting business to national service providers, manufacturing, and private equity.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107496 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107496-vma-names-new-plumbing-advisor This annual event connects industry leaders with policymakers to promote forward-thinking building policy. This annual event connects industry leaders with policymakers to promote forward-thinking building policy.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107487 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:02:31 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107487-iapmo-returns-in-key-role-at-2026-national-high-performance-buildings-week PPATEC's new Grantville, Pennsylvania training center is three times larger than its previous facility, positioning the organization to expand hands-on HVAC/R and hydronics education while helping address the industry's workforce shortage. PPATEC's new Grantville, Pennsylvania training center is three times larger than its previous facility, positioning the organization to expand hands-on HVAC/R and hydronics education while helping address the industry's workforce shortage.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107483 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:15:36 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107483-ppatec-expands-operations-and-curriculum David’s legacy lives on through the company he helped build, the values he championed, and the many lives he influenced along the way David’s legacy lives on through the company he helped build, the values he championed, and the many lives he influenced along the way

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107481 Fri, 29 May 2026 12:54:37 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107481-legend-valve-mourns-the-passing-of-david-hickman-chairman-ceo-and-former-president Sheridan became PHCC CEO in January 2023. Before that, she served as the PHCC Educational Foundation Chief Operating Officer. Sheridan became PHCC CEO in January 2023. Before that, she served as the PHCC Educational Foundation Chief Operating Officer. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107476 Fri, 29 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107476-phcc-announces-retirement-of-ceo-cindy-sheridan-selects-dan-quinonez-as-next-ceo The company is celebrating 50 years of experience in evaporative cooling and heat transfer. The company is celebrating 50 years of experience in evaporative cooling and heat transfer.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107466 Tue, 26 May 2026 12:30:31 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107466-evapco-celebrates-50-years