Editorial Articles

John Snyder’s life in the last four years has definitely changed. He started offering plumbing services in the Philadelphia area. Just him...

If you ask a regular homeowner what the difference is between a plumber and a drain cleaner, they’ll likely say nothing. The...

As an engineer, I appreciate our obligation to specify building systems that enhance the health and welfare of people in the structures...

REHAU EVERLOC+ CPVC and copper press adaptersREHAU has added CPVC and copper press adapters to its EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve fitting system, allowing efficient...

New Watts Works Learning Center opens in Ft. WorthThe latest of the Watts Works Learning Centers, now with over 200 employees, has...

Plumber eliminates guesswork with estimating software Problem: Joe Nickele, CEO of Niccon Industrial Plumbing in Arlington Heights, Illinois, has 35 years’ experience working...

GPS/Fleet TrackingDPL Telematics AssetCommand Base AssetCommand Base from DPL Telematics is designed to increase driver safety and productivity while decreasing the costs and...

Rebranding is a huge moment for any service company, but Matt Thome knew it was his chance to rise to local royalty...

As the hands of time keep turning, we’re witnessing a seismic shift in our demographic landscape. More and more homeowners are choosing...

Even on Day 1 of a new business, it’s important to start planning for the future. “You need some sort of backup plan...

In the beginning, Tom Drexler Plumbing, Air & Electric was just Tom Drexler Plumbing. More to the point, it was just Tom...

As I’m sitting down to write this month’s column, my smartphone is sitting next to me updating the 30-some apps I have...

Rick Hedge learned a lot during the decades he’s worked with his father, Dick Hedge, who started the company that the younger...

Aug. 30-31Atlanta Build Expo, Cobb Galleria Centre - Halls C & D, Atlanta. Visit www.buildexpousa.com-----Sept. 24-28International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials...

One of the leading causes of reportable waterborne disease outbreaks in the United States today is Legionnaires’ disease, a type of potentially...

Aug. 30-31Atlanta Build Expo, Cobb Galleria Centre - Halls C & D, Atlanta. Visit www.buildexpousa.com-----Sept. 24-28International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials...

A.O. Smith honored with fifth Energy Star Award A.O. Smith was honored with a 2023 Energy Star Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence...

The pressure balance valve is an integral part of any new shower installation. Installing the valve can sometimes be labor-intensive, though. Fortunately...

Taco 0026e ECM high-efficiency circulator Taco Comfort Solutions expanded its family of easy to use, high-efficiency ECM circulators with the addition of the...