Editorial Articles

By many measures, Plumbing Systems Inc. in Edwards, Colorado, is a successful company. The plumbing, drain cleaning and HVAC firm generates seven-figure...

Have you ever had those customers who stand there and watch the whole time you are on the job?It could be a...

For years, master plumber Joey Howze did jobs on a time-and-materials basis, running the risk of occasional sticker-shocked customers expressing unhappiness and...

Aug. 19-21 Legionella Conference, Sheraton Grand Chicago,Chicago. Visit www.legionellaconference.org-----Sept. 11-16American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) Convention & Expo, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center,...

Rajendra retires as executive chairman of A. O. Smith Water Heaters A. O. Smith Water Heaters announced that executive chairman Ajita Rajendra retired effective May...

Liberty Pumps mini-split condensate pumpThe LCU-MS mini-split condensate pump from Liberty Pumps is for removal of condensate from wall-mounted, ductless mini-split air...

BrassCraft recognizes Bhagat with annual Robert M. Zell AwardBrassCraft presented the 2019 Robert M. Zell Award to Rohit Bhagat from its Novi,...

Saniflo Sanicondens Best Flat condensate pump The Sanicondens Best Flat from Saniflo is a sleek, lower-profile version of its Sanicondens Best condensate pump,...

The minimalist look is all the rage in a lot of new bathroom designs. The look is highlighted by sleek slopes and...

BathtubBainUltra Bain De VilleBain De Ville therapeutic tubs from BainUltra were created to fit snugly in a bathroom alcove and are notable...

Shortly after the cave man made a fire in his cave, the first two combustion issues were realized. How do we get...

“Culture of safety” is a phrase that gets used a lot.For a lot of companies, it is a reality — safety is...

I sit right next to them. We don’t need to have a staff meeting.I used to have staff meetings, but we stopped...

Purchasing equipment or new plumbing tools can be difficult in today’s market where it seems like there are countless options available. Getting...

For more than 40 years, Bulldog Contractors in Jefferson, Texas, has relied on a simple formula for success: Adapt to changing market...

Well, I broke down. I vowed to never get an Alexa-type device in my house, but guess what? There is now. In February...

It’s not unusual for plumbers to feel uncomfortable about upselling customers on items above and beyond the repair needed. But hot-water recirculating...

General Pipe Cleaners Speedrooter XL The Speedrooter XL from General Pipe Cleaners clears tough clogs in 3- to 10-inch lines up to 200...

Combining warmness and masculinity, industrial chic is a style of decorating that keeps gaining popularity. While it used to be reserved for...