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Contractor Profit Advantage

Businessperson Vs. a Person in Business

Service agreements, clear emergency definitions and after-hours policies can manage customer expectations, reduce stress and maintain profitability for your business and technicians.
January 5, 2026
Richard DiToma

Pricing for profit, setting clear service boundaries and rewarding loyal customers are the cornerstones of this veteran contractor’s approach to delivering excellence without burning out — or going broke.


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The Art of Structure and The Art of Comfort

Architect David Jameson and Dan Foley team up to create a home where art, engineering, and heating and cooling converge.
January 5, 2026
John Vastyan

A striking modern “habitable art” home becomes a case study in what’s possible when bold architecture and masterful mechanical design converge to deliver hidden, high-performance comfort year-round.


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The Boiler Room Detective

Are Boilers Dangerous?

Regular safety checks and proper upkeep, such as weekly testing of the low-water cut-off, are essential to ensure decades of safe, reliable boiler operations.
January 5, 2026
Ray Wohlfarth

Boilers aren’t dangerous on their own — skipped maintenance is — and this veteran expert explains why a simple 60-second weekly check can prevent six-figure failures and catastrophic accidents.


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Contractor Stories

The Danger of the Big Fish: Why One Large Client Shouldn’t Dominate Your Business

Over-reliance is risky and can jeopardize financial stability if payments are delayed or the relationship sours. Be prepared to walk away from problematic accounts.
January 5, 2026
Tom Soukup

When a single $40,000 late payment exposes the risks of relying on a “whale” client, one contractor shares hard-earned lessons on cash flow, contracts and why balanced client portfolios keep small businesses afloat.


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Gearing up for 2026 Design & Construction Week

Put on your walking shoes — it’s time for the KBIS and IBS Shows.
January 5, 2026
Ruth Mitchell

Design & Construction Week 2026 brings KBIS and IBS together in Orlando for three days of product innovation, education, and networking shaping the future of the building and design industries.


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2026 AHR Expo Preview

The annual HVACR event heads to Las Vegas to showcase new industry products and trends and provide continuing education opportunities.
January 5, 2026
Amalia Deligiannis
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2026 Industry Outlook

While policy shifts and rising costs challenge traditional sectors, new opportunities are emerging for firms that adapt quickly — especially in high-tech infrastructure and residential construction.
January 5, 2026

This 2026 construction outlook analyzes how AI-driven megaprojects, labor shortages, inflation, and policy shifts will shape opportunities and risks for PHCP businesses in the year ahead.


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Geothermal HVAC

The Architect and the Inheritance: How Dr. James Bose’s Vision Made the Geothermal Boom Possible

Today’s geothermal professionals are addressing large-scale decarbonization projects worldwide, marking a collective inheritance and commitment to advancing the industry’s future.
January 5, 2026
Jay Egg

The 2025 Geothermal Rising Conference marked a turning point for geothermal energy, honoring Dr. James Bose’s legacy while showcasing how heat pump innovation is powering a scalable, decarbonized future.


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RUGGED

Hardship, Healing, and Hope for the Trades

Nate Agentis strives to help fellow tradespeople find health and wholeness after discovering the hardest part of building a business is taking care of yourself in the process.
December 31, 2025
Nicole Meyer

After inheriting his family plumbing business amid tragedy and growing it into a $13 million company, Nate Agentis hit burnout—and found a new calling helping tradespeople build healthier lives, not just bigger businesses.


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RUGGED

Mental Health and Wellness Podcasts for the Trades

Six must-listen podcasts breaking the stigma with actionable advice and real stories.
December 31, 2025
Nicole Meyer

As mental health conversations gain momentum in the trades, these six podcasts are breaking stigma and offering honest stories, practical tools, and support for tradespeople who don’t want to face challenges alone.


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