Plumbers aren’t expected to be expert excavator operators, so you may sub out that work when it’s necessary. But your profit margins will of course be better if you can handle the work yourself, and it is possible to do so effectively and safely.

Eventually buildings sitting dormant will reopen and plumbing systems will have to be prepared for regular use again. Here’s some important advice regarding that from the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.

Everyone can come together to help get more working restrooms in areas of the world that are lacking them

Soil classification, knowing which technology to go with will help you and your crews remain safe in the trenches

Employees serving as whistleblowers and reporting safety concerns have ways to protect themselves if the employer retaliates

Heated workwear category growing in trade industries as a way to keep workers safe, and increase productivity.

Virginia Tech professors awarded research contracts from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Make sure you know all of your legal rights so that you can handle the ramifications of a job site injury as stress-free as possible

The legalization of cannabis in some states has muddied the waters when it comes to employee drug testing

Your crews have a lot of safety concerns on any work site. Be sure to have them protected while they're on the road.

To mark June being National Safety Month, here’s a compilation of past Plumber articles focused on safety

Combustion analyzer helps plumber ensure customer safety while bolstering efficiency and profitability.

Don't become an underground utility strike statistic. Here's information to help control and mitigate the risks.

Here are dangers and risks that should be top of mind during a renovation project

The plumber is the superhero of yesterday, today and tomorrow.