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Contractors must prepare to shift to condensing products, and also understand venting requirements, electrical upgrades and condensate disposal.
April 1, 2026
As the October 2026 Department of Energy deadline approaches, contractors must master the transition to condensing water heaters, including critical new requirements for venting, electrical upgrades, and condensate management.
Discover the "Five Cs" that separate managers from leaders in the skilled trades and learn how shifting your focus from technical skill to intentional leadership can stop the hidden costs of employee turnover.
Learn why success in the PHC contracting business requires more than just technical skill, but the courage to set profitable prices that reflect the true value of your excellence.
While naturally soft water can be corrosive, properly designed cation exchange water softeners do not make water corrosive and do not worsen corrosion in plumbing systems, despite a long-standing industry myth.
April 1, 2026
Debunk the long-standing industry myth that water softeners cause pipe damage by exploring the science-backed reality of how cation exchange actually impacts plumbing longevity and corrosion.
Heightened uncertainty due to the Supreme Court ruling, the administration’s replacement global tariffs and geopolitical tensions with Iran are driving sharp increases in energy prices.
As the PVF sector navigates a massive shift in trade policy following the SCOTUS ruling on Trump-era tariffs, staying ahead of fluctuating energy prices and supply chain disruptions will be the key to maintaining project schedules in 2026.
Practical, evidence-based strategies to strengthen social and professional connections
April 1, 2026
Discover how trades professionals can combat the unique pressures of isolation and burnout by building intentional support networks that act as "preventive maintenance" for their mental well-being.
F.W. Webb's new mobile app gives contractors, facility managers, and technicians the ability to order equipment, tools, fittings, and accessories right from their phones, keeping their projects on schedule.
Industry leaders gather in Nashville May 3–6 for the inaugural GF Flow Symposium, blending hands-on demos with insight on the future of building systems.