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Editorial
Finding an Easier Way to Connect the Pipes
After nearly 35 years as the owner of Universal Plumbing, Larry Jones has learned that staying ahead of the curve on technological...
Editorial
Watch What You Say to Customers
I’ve talked about being professional in this column many times. There are many ways to come across as professional: dressing nice, coming...
Editorial
A Key Focus Keeps Plumbing Company in Forefront of Customers
George Morlan Plumbing Supply is anything but a conventional plumbing company. After all, there aren’t many plumbing firms that focus primarily on...
Editorial
Location Is One of the Most Important Parts of Starting a Business
Selecting the best spot to open a plumbing operation requires careful consideration. Gary Kes, owner of Benjamin Franklin, The Punctual Plumber, in...
Editorial
Ponder Social Security Early and Often Throughout Your Career
As small and midsize employers continue to struggle to manage ever-increasing health insurance costs, business owners are well advised to re-evaluate their...
Editorial
Turn Your Existing Assets Into Traveling Billboards
Radio, TV, phone book, Facebook, billboards — the options for advertising your company can be overwhelming, but have you considered using the...
Editorial
Pride and Efficiency Should Be Practiced Everywhere in This Industry
A few years ago while I was Christmas shopping, I ran across an antique store. I figured I would wander in and...
Editorial
Case Studies: Kitchen and Bath
Plumbing contractor decides on alternative toilet gasket
Problem: Infinity Plumbing Designs, a plumbing contractor serving Southern California’s major homebuilders, was in search of...
Editorial
Calendar - June 2019
June 9-12
American Water Works Association (AWWA) Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE),
Colorado Convention Center, Denver. Visit events.awwa.org
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June 9-12
Safety...
Editorial
Italian Company Hopes to Tap US Market with Efficient Grinder
Pedrollo has long been known as one of Europe’s leading suppliers of electric water pumps for both residential and municipal applications. Only...
Online Exclusives
Strengthen the Weakest Link on Your Team
Anyone who’s in the workplace long enough eventually runs into a slacker. You know the type — that one colleague who is...
Online Exclusives
9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting Your Own Plumbing Shop
What do you need to start a business? Three simple things: know your product better than anyone, know your customer, and have...
Online Exclusives
Consider Sharing Ownership With Your Crew
Are you looking for a way to foster a stronger sense of team spirit among your employees? Are you nearing retirement and...
Online Exclusives
How to Prevent Employee Turnover Using Data Metrics
With all the negatives associated with high employee turnover, it would be great if companies had a crystal ball that would show...
Online Exclusives
How to Use a Grinder to Replace an Old Clay Sewer Main Tap
If you live in an older town, more than likely the sewer mains are terra cotta and at least 6 inches in...
Online Exclusives
What Neuroscience Reveals About Improving Employee Engagement
Maybe you’ve tried everything to motivate and engage your employees, but they always seem to let you down. Maybe you’ve thrown money...
Blogs
Spartan Tool’s Pro of the Month: Brent Bogan
This month, Spartan Tool is featuring Brent Bogan, owner of Affordable Rooter Service, LLC, in Bryant, Arkansas. They serve customers in the...












