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Nicole Krawcke

Nicole Krawcke: Home service industry rebounds after the pandemic

New report from Jobber shows consumer spending on home services — including plumbing and HVAC — has exceeded pre-pandemic levels
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Nicole Krawcke
September 10, 2021
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There’s no doubt the COVID-19 pandemic affected businesses of all types and sizes. However, as the economy continues to recover in 2021, different categories are rebounding at different rates.
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Consumer interest in bidets surges following COVID-19 pandemic

Manufacturers discuss U.S. market trends.
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Nicole Krawcke
August 16, 2021
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COVID-19 had many widespread impacts to just about every product category and industry — the plumbing industry included. One of the most interesting market shifts was how the toilet paper shortage at the start of the pandemic spurred sales of bidet toilet seats in the U.S. market.
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Pandemic push

Examining trends with hands-free fixture technology.
Lane Dixon Mark Lawinger
May 25, 2021
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Upgrading restrooms to be hands-free adds exponential value for business owners, and plumbing franchises have the mass infrastructure and support necessary to provide businesses with these upgrades and the promotional materials that will help them bring in more customers.


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Touchless Technology

Post-pandemic commercial restroom design trends

Hygiene is the new gold standard in restrooms.
Kris Alderson
May 17, 2021
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Covid-19 has made a permanent mark on the perception, functionality and design of commercial restrooms. 


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PMI annual report explores five ways the pandemic has transformed the industry

May 13, 2021
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PMI’s efforts to have plumbing manufacturers designated as essential businesses by the federal government were successful, allowing PMI member companies to keep production lines moving, sustain employment, and contribute to the national effort against a deadly virus.
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Charity

Heather Ripley: How charity can help your business and nonprofits

Giving back to your community can help create customer and employee loyalty.
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Heather Ripley
May 6, 2021
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A question I am often asked is whether or not it is appropriate to publicize a company’s charitable giving. 


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Water treatment presents growth opportunity for plumbing contractors

COVID-19 pandemic spurs consumer interest in water quality solutions.
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Nicole Krawcke
April 9, 2021
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“Water quality has grown 300% across the U.S. since the pandemic began,” says Glen Blavet, founder and CEO of HALO Water Systems. “People are at home, and they’re looking to improve their quality of life and their health, so they’re looking at the water they’re drinking out of the tap.”


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Plumbing franchises offer contractors opportunities for growth and success

Franchisee owners discuss the benefits of belonging to national brands.
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Nicole Krawcke
March 16, 2021
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The decision to join a franchise is not an easy one for plumbing and heating contractors.


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Debt Relief

Jeff Nager: PPP isn't the only SBA relief program in 2021

What small businesses need to know.
Jeff Nager
March 8, 2021
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In 2020, the coronavirus pandemic wreaked havoc on the small business landscape in the U.S., forcing businesses to adapt on a daily basis or face permanent closure. 


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Multifamily Housing

NAHB predicts multifamily housing will rebound in 2022

February 11, 2021
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Multifamily starts are expected to fall 11% this year to 349,000 units from a projected total of 392,000 in 2020. The downturn will be short-lived, as multifamily production is expected to post modest gains in 2022, up 5 percent to 365,000 units.


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