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difficult job market

Michael Copp: The great resignation?

Mitigating labor challenges in a difficult job market.
Michael Copp
June 7, 2022
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The U.S. Labor Department’s recent Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) showed that there were 1.8 job vacancies for every unemployed person in February 2022, up from 1.7 the month prior.


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multiple ways to dehumidify a space

Ross Goldstein: Creating cooling and dehumidification using solar thermal or waste heat

Liquid desiccant systems provide multiple benefits.
Ross Goldstein
May 10, 2022
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There are multiple ways to dehumidify a space — mechanical, reheat and desiccant to name a few. The biggest issue has been that conventional air conditioning units are only 10% effective at removing humidity. Until now, standard de-humidification systems were expensive to purchase and install.


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Remote work in the skilled trades

Danielle Putnam: Remote work in the skilled trades

Flexible schedules could be a huge asset in attracting and retaining workers, but only if you figure out how to make it work for your company.
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Danielle Putnam
April 11, 2022
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Let’s be honest. The trades are the inventors of 'remote work.' For decades, we’ve been dispatching remotely while technicians are awarded company vehicles to drive home each evening. They begin their mornings from the comfort of their own homes by receiving their work log for the day through walkie-talkie, text, email, slack, pager… remember those? Shoot, we’re awesome — others should take note!


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efficient fleet vehicles

Ray Kosick: Navigating the 3G sunset

Out with the old, in with the new
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Ray Kosick
April 8, 2022
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It’s no secret that efficient fleet vehicles are a vital component of any successful plumbing or mechanical business. Field service vehicles not only increase new business through brand exposure while on the road; they serve the primary purpose of getting technicians and their equipment to and from job locations. 


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estate tax changes

Brad Williams: Recommended estate tax changes to make before 2022 ends

Five tips to be proactive with your estate tax.
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Brad Williams
April 7, 2022
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The federal gift and estate tax exemption is currently the highest it has been since the tax was enacted over 100 years ago.


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Data drives plumbing software trends
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Aaron Salow: Data drives plumbing software trends in 2022

Software helps plumbing contractors increase productivity and deliver extraordinary service to their customers.
Aaron Salow
March 9, 2022
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Not too long ago, the plumbing industry relied strictly on analog processes. Every job was manual, from installation and repair to dispatch, invoicing and accounting. In 2022, the plumbing profession now runs on advanced technologies that range from thermal-imaging leak detection to smart water heaters and trenchless pipe repair.


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Design for what ifs solar installation
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Ross Goldstein: Design your system for the ‘what ifs’

Learning from your mistakes.
Ross Goldstein
March 8, 2022
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A lot of things are out of your control when working on a job involving multiple trades. Whenever I design any type of system, I always go down a list of “what ifs.” The “what ifs” are scenarios that can affect the performance of a system due to an unknown. This includes actions by other trades.


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Water infrastructure IIJA
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Sean Mccreanor: 3 tips for winning government work

Key takeaways from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Sean McCreanor
February 9, 2022
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The recent passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act represents a tremendous opportunity to modernize the nation’s decaying infrastructure and bring long-outdated systems into the 21st century. 


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top plumbing technology trends
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Rob Webster: Convenience and efficiency drive top plumbing technology trends

Technology trends contactors can expect in 2022.
Rob Webster
February 8, 2022
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The ongoing transformation of the plumbing industry has been driven in part by the evolving expectations and priorities of homeowners and consumers. The COVID-19 pandemic reinforced existing concerns about hygiene and public health, pushing the demand for hands-free technology and automated features that reduce contact with germs and bacteria. 


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work/life balance
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Stephen Dale: Improve customer relations by providing employees with a work/life balance

High demand for services and low supply of technicians has increased the chances of employee burnout.
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Stephen Dale
January 7, 2022
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From a very young age, we are taught the importance of having a successful career. Whether it’s our parents or a teacher, we know that by the time we reach adulthood, we will have a job. But not every job is created equal.


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