This year’s batch of 18 service vehicles do much more than get a tech from Point A to Point B. 

With a passion for both plumbing and teaching, Thomas Hicken—aka “Plumber-Tom”—is reshaping apprenticeship education through hybrid learning, hands-on mentorship, and code-focused YouTube content, proving that trades education can be as innovative as the work itself.

When plumbing regulations change, smart contractors use clear communication and strategic PR to build trust, educate the public, and position themselves as industry leaders.

If you’re afraid your prices are too high, the real danger may be that they’re too low to keep your business profitable and sustainable.

When a VP’s son arrived expecting an easy summer job, it took a no-nonsense veteran’s tough love to teach him the true value of hard work — changing his life forever.

Mental health and well-being have become topics of increased focus in workplaces, from both employee and management perspectives.

With economic uncertainty, shifting tariffs, labor shortages, and major infrastructure projects reshaping the landscape, the PVF industry enters Q4 2025 navigating volatility, opportunity, and the growing need for skilled talent and strategic collaboration.