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These easy-to-use accounting software programs will keep you on track year-round. Take a peek, and figure out which one fits your company best.

Minnesota’s Flygare family builds a full-service excavating and installation company powered by referrals and teamwork.

Customers will cringe at your price. That’s their problem, not yours. Move on and learn how to price jobs appropriately to make a profit.

Come 2015, installing new water heaters might be a two-person job. Plus, learn what is being called a “job killer” for plumbers.

Stay on the “nice” list with these tips for rewarding your hardworking employees.

Anticipate. Communicate. Repeat. Learn how to prevent all-out battles from customer conflict.

Recruit. Retain. Repeat. It’s not rocket science.

This Chicago company defends a no-tattoo policy. Let’s find out if a potential hire’s ink affects your hiring.

Whether it’s sipping cocktails on a beach or cheering on your favorite NFLers, recharging your batteries is good for you — and your business.

A fellow plumber shares his thoughts on plumbing woes and customer misconceptions. Can you relate?

We look at how these basic practices can help keep your plumbing business afloat. Hint: Don’t use subcontractors on service calls.