Contractors & Installers

H2O Degree LoRaWAN Pulse Counter

July 10, 2018

The industry's first LoRaWAN-based meter pulse counter designed to operate with most pulse output water and gas meters.

The Code Council and NFPA Release New Solar Energy Code Provisions and Standards

July 10, 2018

The updated publication compiles solar energy provisions from the 2018 International Codes, 2017 National Electrical Code and related ICC standards.

BUSINESS UNCOMPLICATED

Productivity: Small Changes, Big Results

Five ways to quickly get your team to where you want them to be.

July 8, 2018

Ellen Rohr

Here are the best ideas I have recently discovered, or rediscovered, by working with contractors.

Legal Pipeline

‘Remember the Architect!’

Contractor claims against architects on commercial projects appear to be on the rise.

July 8, 2018

Steven Nudelman

“Remember the Architect!” While it may not be as catchy as “Remember the Alamo!” at the Battle of San Jacinto, the phrase about design professionals is probably more relevant to your day-to-day business.

CONTRACTOR PROFIT ADVANTAGE

What is a Fair Price?

Once we decide what ‘fair’ and ‘price’ mean, actually determining a fair price brings up more questions.

July 8, 2018

Richard DiToma

The goal of consumers dealing with contractors is to get an excellent job at the lowest price.

Contractor Stories

When Old Tech Meets New Tech

What happens when cast-iron radiators and TRVs work with mod-con boilers and smart pumps?

July 8, 2018

Harvey Ramer

In my last column, we discussed thermostatic radiator valves. I think we can safely call TRVs old technology. After all, they’ve been around for 75 years. Cast-iron radiators certainly are another example.

Ralph Suppa Celebrates 30-Year Anniversary with CIPH

July 6, 2018

'Many have first-hand experience with Ralph’s ability to build personable relationships with CIPH members, government partners, regulatory authorities, as well as allied associations.'

PHCC Educational Foundation Supports Plumbing, HVACR Contests at SkillsUSA Competition

July 6, 2018

The Foundation’s Plumbing Apprentice and Journeyman Training Committee makes up the majority of the SkillsUSA Plumbing Technical Committee, and members were on hand to set up and help with contest judging.