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IAPMO Code Change Monographs Now Available

April 2, 2024

All individuals anticipating an active role in the American National Standard Institute (ANSI)-accredited consensus development of the Uniform Codes at the technical committee meetings in San Diego, May 6-10, will want to download these documents.

Plumbers Nationwide Compete for Prestige and Prizes in 2024 Plumbing National Championship

April 1, 2024

The 2024 Plumbing National Championship, proudly sponsored by SharkBite Plumbing Solutions, has officially kicked off, and Round 1 of the qualifying stages is now open to plumbers across America.

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Q&A with Gloria Salazar, Executive Director, Plumbing Contractors Association

With members wanting to teach and would-be students eager to learn, it was a natural for the group to start its own apprenticeship program.

April 1, 2024

Steve Smith

The Plumbing Contractors Association launched its Apprenticeship Program six years ago to teach the next generation of tradespeople.

Contractor Profit Advantage

Business is Always About the Numbers

Correctly calculated numbers can help you achieve your goals and add value to your business for potential buyers.

April 1, 2024

Richard DiToma

As contractors juggle correct pricing, fair employee compensation, and personal salaries, it’s important to know and understand their business costs and how many tech hours they must sell to ensure the company is not losing money.

IAPMO Seeks Public Input on Manual of Recommended Practice for Hydrogen Fuel Gas Piping

March 26, 2024

IAPMO has opened the public review period for the initial draft of the Manual of Recommended Practice for Hydrogen Fuel Gas Piping.

IAPMO Publishes Manual of Recommended Construction Practices for Potable Water

March 20, 2024

IAPMO and the Construction Practices for Potable Water Task Group are pleased to announce the release of the publication titled the Manual of Recommended Construction Practices for Potable Water.

California Approves Water Demand Calculator as Alternate Standard for Sizing Water Supply Piping

March 5, 2024

The alternative approach will be available for statewide use on a voluntary basis starting July 1, 2024.

Peterman Brothers Launches Annual Charity Showdown Tournament to Benefit Indianapolis-Area Charities

March 4, 2024

Peterman Brothers announces the fifth annual Peterman Brothers Charity Showdown, a month-long online tournament that has raised more than $270,000 for local nonprofit community organizations since 2020.

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Craig Childress Earns First Place in National Plumbing and HVAC Competitions

Double win for Boston University plumber at the 8th Annual Elite Trades Championship Series.

March 4, 2024

Steve Smith

Craig Childress, Boston University plumber, wins first place in national plumbing and HVAC contests at the 8th Annual Elite Trades Championship Series.

Contractor Profit Advantage

Your True Operational Business Cost

Adding tangible and intangible business operational circumstances will determine how much it takes to run a successful contracting company.

March 4, 2024

Richard DiToma

Contracting company owners must keep track of many numbers to ensure the business is profitable and sustainable. Understanding how intangible, unexpected costs affect the total number of tech hours you can offer will help in that endeavor.