The Journey From Employee to Owner

Back to the E-Newsletter Archive Our columnist shares the experience of purchasing his business, and some factors for other potential buyers to consider.

02.25.2026

Residential and commercial plumbing news for industry leading contractors, franchisees and supply houses

New Champion Crowned at 2026 WWETT Show Lining Olympics

A team from Hiller Plumbing’s Nashville branch defeated defending champion Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Abilene, Texas. Read more

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The Journey From Employee to Owner

Our columnist shares the experience of purchasing his business, and some factors for other potential buyers to consider. Read more

Industry Insider: Pricing With Confidence: How to Stop Selling Yourself Short

Tips to teach your crew how to believe in the value they provide to increase profits. Read more

Product Focus: Residential Plumbing

Discover cutting-edge products, technologies and solutions shaping the industry. Read more

“When enthusiastic employees lack clear guidelines, they make judgment calls daily about what company information to share with AI tools. These decisions often prioritize convenience over security considerations.”

From the article: Bridging the AI Knowledge Gap: When Employee Adoption Outpaces Company Policy