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ICC-ES Scope of Accreditation Expanded in Mexico

December 5, 2018

ICC-ES PMG listing report holders can apply for recognition for flushometers; shower fixtures; toilets; fill and flush valves for toilets and urinals; and plumbing supply fittings.

Contractor of the Year

Cannistraro’s Lean Approach to Modular Construction

Among many accomplishments, the mechanical contractor opens The FID, a 157,000-square-foot multitrade prefab center.

December 5, 2018

Steve Smith

Among many accomplishments, the mechanical contractor opens The FID, a 157,000-square-foot multitrade prefab center.

Ravens Donate $200,000 to Upgrade HVAC System at Baltimore School

December 5, 2018

This is the first funding distributed from the players’ pledge through their social justice fund and continues the Ravens’ commitment to making a difference throughout Baltimore.

Alternative Energy

The Curious Case of Florida

Our perspective on climate change is like seeing your kitchen on fire and arguing about what caused the fire and the cost of using an extinguisher, while your house burns down.

December 5, 2018

Max Rohr

Florida is an interesting place at an interesting time in history.

Geothermal HVAC

St Patrick’s Geothermal Cathedral in NYC

Using standing column wells keep the aesthetics of this historic church.

December 5, 2018

Jay Egg

You would be surprised at the places that have adopted geothermal solutions. St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City is one of those amazing stories.

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The Secrets to Increasing Back-Office Efficiency

How plumbing businesses use GPS tracking to save time and money.

December 5, 2018

In order to reach the highest level of productivity, it’s imperative to do away with manual process back at the office, as well as with being effective out in the field. Using GPS-tracking technology to automate processes and implement new fleet management methods allows plumbing businesses to work more effectively than ever before.

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How Caring for Customers Can Increase Ticket Sales

Train CSRs and technicians in the art of upselling.

December 5, 2018

Money is the name of the game in the home service business. But are you winning every dollar you can? Every service call represents an opportunity to increase ticket sales beyond the original job. Tack on $50 or $100 in additional services or products per ticket and it adds up quickly.

Legal Pipeline

Forget the Forum, Forget the Arbitration

Insight into how a court might deal with an incomplete arbitration agreement.

December 5, 2018

Steven Nudelman

Every now and then a case with national implications pops up right here in my own backyard (New Jersey). No, we are not talking about a case affecting immigration policy, gun control or the midterm elections. Instead, we are talking about the less glitzy subject of arbitration agreements.

Business Uncomplicated

The Power of Tidy

A cleaned and organized shop makes you feel lighter — and gives your business a professional look.

December 5, 2018

Ellen Rohr

Once you’ve thoroughly cleaned up your shop, there’s a transformative moment with the power to change your behaviors.

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Commercial PEX Plumbing and Heating Q&A with REHAU

A conversation with Ryan Westlund, REHAU Building Solutions Division, on the growth of PEX for commercial plumbing and heating.

December 5, 2018

Steve Smith

We spoke to Ryan Westlund, a senior manager of radiant heating and cooling with the Building Solutions Division, to find out more about the commercial market for PEX.