https://www.pmmag.com/rss/5174-news en-us A new annual tradition spanning 15+ regional hubs and locally hosted events will mark the nation’s largest gathering of trades professionals. A new annual tradition spanning 15+ regional hubs and locally hosted events will mark the nation’s largest gathering of trades professionals.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107699 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107699-housecall-pro-brings-home-service-pros-together-nationwide-for-inaugural-trades-thursday The acquisition expands NIBCO’s industry presence and strengthens its ability to provide customers with valve actuation and control solutions for commercial and industrial applications. The acquisition expands NIBCO’s industry presence and strengthens its ability to provide customers with valve actuation and control solutions for commercial and industrial applications.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107697 Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107697-nibco-expands-industry-presence-with-acquisition-of-unitorq Recipients were selected by the Watts backflow leadership team from nominations received through their website. Recipients were selected by the Watts backflow leadership team from nominations received through their website.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107696 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107696-watts-announces-2026-backflow-hero-award-recipients To keep the code current and viable with input from all interested parties, the NSPC Committee — comprised of licensed contractors, engineers, inspectors and manufacturers — reviews the code annually and updates it on a three-year cycle. To keep the code current and viable with input from all interested parties, the NSPC Committee — comprised of licensed contractors, engineers, inspectors and manufacturers — reviews the code annually and updates it on a three-year cycle.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107695 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:30:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107695-new-jersey-adopts-2024-national-standard-plumbing-code The equipment is being distributed across all four key geographic regions of the country — including the Western (Zona Occidental), Central, Eastern (Zona Oriental), and San Salvador Metropolitan regions — delivering vital municipal water services across various departments. The equipment is being distributed across all four key geographic regions of the country — including the Western (Zona Occidental), Central, Eastern (Zona Oriental), and San Salvador Metropolitan regions — delivering vital municipal water services across various departments.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107691 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:00:02 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107691-simflo-selected-for-el-salvador-municipal-water-project This year, "Shark Tank" star Daymond John joined Jobber in selecting recipients, and recipients will be attending an exclusive, all-expenses-paid business retreat. This year, "Shark Tank" star Daymond John joined Jobber in selecting recipients, and recipients will be attending an exclusive, all-expenses-paid business retreat.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107687 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107687-nine-blue-collar-entrepreneurs-awarded-jobber-grants-for-business-excellence Timing for expansion in the San Antonio-Austin corridor coincides with the company’s 20th anniversary and increased focus on regional growth as a highly specialized small- and minority-owned business enterprise. Timing for expansion in the San Antonio-Austin corridor coincides with the company’s 20th anniversary and increased focus on regional growth as a highly specialized small- and minority-owned business enterprise.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107686 Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107686-mbroh-names-jeannie-cisneros-executive-vice-president-opens-san-antonio-office Online estimates are often the first reference point homeowners use when researching a repair or upgrade. But those figures can vary widely from the actual cost of having the work completed by a licensed professional. Online estimates are often the first reference point homeowners use when researching a repair or upgrade. But those figures can vary widely from the actual cost of having the work completed by a licensed professional.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107685 Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107685-the-new-flat-rate-releases-latest-average-tennessee-home-repair-costs The newly released 2026 Clean Hands Index examined more than 350 public handwashing experiences across 240 public facilities and surveyed more than 2,800 people. The newly released 2026 Clean Hands Index examined more than 350 public handwashing experiences across 240 public facilities and surveyed more than 2,800 people.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107688 Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107688-2026-clean-hands-index-finds-gap-between-plumbing-installation-and-handwashing Rinnai America Corporation has announced the launch of PRO Tech, a loyalty program that recognizes individual plumbers and HVAC contractors who install and register Rinnai products. Rinnai America Corporation has announced the launch of PRO Tech, a loyalty program that recognizes individual plumbers and HVAC contractors who install and register Rinnai products.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107689 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:41:37 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107689-rinnai-launches-loyalty-program-for-plumbing-and-hvac-installers SB 222 is co-sponsored by the Building Decarbonization Coalition, the Bay Area Air District, and SPUR. The bill now heads to the Governor’s desk with a deadline of September 30 to sign or veto the bill. SB 222 is co-sponsored by the Building Decarbonization Coalition, the Bay Area Air District, and SPUR. The bill now heads to the Governor’s desk with a deadline of September 30 to sign or veto the bill.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107684 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107684-heat-pump-access-act-clears-legislature-makes-california-first-state-to-streamline-heat-pump-permitting Filling the role vacated by Wade Peterson (retired), Kim Laurette will be responsible for driving sales and marketing strategies and will report to Geoffrey Holloway. Filling the role vacated by Wade Peterson (retired), Kim Laurette will be responsible for driving sales and marketing strategies and will report to Geoffrey Holloway.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107682 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107682-heatlink-group-inc-announces-kim-laurette-as-vice-president-of-sales-and-marketing Milenkov is a leader in mechanical engineering with more than 22 years of focused experience in HVAC, steam and chilled water systems, utility master planning, facility energy auditing and analysis, energy/stress/flow modeling, and construction administration. Milenkov is a leader in mechanical engineering with more than 22 years of focused experience in HVAC, steam and chilled water systems, utility master planning, facility energy auditing and analysis, energy/stress/flow modeling, and construction administration.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107680 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:59:22 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107680-aleksandar-milenkov-promoted-to-president-of-kai-engineering The 2026 update reflects the Department's growing interest in leveraging off-site construction to improve efficiency and scalability across military construction programs.  The 2026 update reflects the Department's growing interest in leveraging off-site construction to improve efficiency and scalability across military construction programs.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107679 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:58:14 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107679-2027-international-codes-add-provisions Collaborating closely with Bleich and Duravit’s global leadership team, Camastro and Raabe will serve as pivotal drivers to support the company’s long-term vision and sustained market growth. Collaborating closely with Bleich and Duravit’s global leadership team, Camastro and Raabe will serve as pivotal drivers to support the company’s long-term vision and sustained market growth.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107678 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:25:42 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107678-duravit-americas-announces-sales-and-commercial-leadership-realignment The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH), the public charity of IAPMO, has completed a major plumbing upgrade at the Los Angeles Mission, strengthening essential facilities used by more than 1,000 people each day. The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH), the public charity of IAPMO, has completed a major plumbing upgrade at the Los Angeles Mission, strengthening essential facilities used by more than 1,000 people each day.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107676 Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107676-iwsh-local-plumbers-complete-major-upgrades-at-los-angeles-mission 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.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107675 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:50:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107675-warmlyyours-q2-sales-report-shows-floor-heating-drove-growth 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. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107674 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:06:56 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107674-weil-mclain-launches-limited-time-eco-hybrid-smarter-heating-rebate 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. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107671 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 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. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107667 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:42:43 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107667-bluefrog-plumbing-drain-appoints-franchise-development-leader 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.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107662 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 METUS reports progress across leadership, product innovation and A2L readiness. METUS reports progress across leadership, product innovation and A2L readiness.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107665 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107665-metus-highlights-first-half-2026-progress 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. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107660 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 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. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107661 Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:57:42 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107661-interplay-learning-named-to-americas-fastest-growing-private-companies 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.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107659 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 Legrande’s is Airo’s first acquisition in partnership with CCMP Growth. Legrande’s is Airo’s first acquisition in partnership with CCMP Growth.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107658 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:52:20 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107658-airo-mechanical-adds-legrandes-enterprises-to-its-growing-business 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. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107653 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 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.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107651 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 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.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107649 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107649-finding-the-sweet-spot-in-sewer-line-cleaning 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.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107648 Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107648-american-plumber-stories-launches-new-coffee-program