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Enhancing Boiler Efficiency with Customer Service

PHC professionals can help customers maximize the efficiency of new and existing boilers through a combination of maintenance, education and information sharing.
May 1, 2023

PHC professionals can help customers maximize the efficiency of new and existing gas boilers through a combination of maintenance, education and information-sharing.


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Temperature Does Make a Difference

Strategies and designs to control the water temperature in an underfloor heating system are keys to comfort and efficiency.
May 1, 2023

Strategies and designs to control the water temperature in an underfloor heating system are keys to comfort and efficiency.


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Inventory Management

Acquisitions are Tough, But Integrations Don’t Need to Be

The most successful integrations are facilitated by a tech-savvy project manager that keeps departments on task and sticks to pre-established timelines.
May 1, 2023
Jason Bader

The distribution world is on fire with mergers and acquisitions. It seems everyone is either looking to buy or sell a privately held wholesale distributorship. 


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Legal Pipeline

Implied vs. Express Contracts: Limited Recovery Based on Contract Terms

It is critical that you follow an express contract’s terms carefully so that you give notice in the time and manner required.
May 1, 2023
Steven Nudelman

If you have an express contract with a construction firm, make sure you follow the terms carefully in order to get paid. Read on to see the differences between express contracts and implied contracts.


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FPE Corner

The Sprinkler Identification Number: A Quick History

After 20 years, this simple system is serving us well: permitting fire protection professionals to properly identify and install fire sprinklers.
May 1, 2023

More than two decades ago, NFPA 13 required alpha-numeric markings on all fire sprinklers. Read on to learn the history of these markings, called sprinkler identification numbers, and how they are used today.  


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Code Classroom

Improper Disinfection of Premise Plumbing Systems Can Damage Piping, Part 1

Toxic and corrosive chlorine levels are used to decontaminate water piping in buildings; the industry has no standard specifically for dealing with this subject.
May 1, 2023
Ron George

The International Plumbing Code and the Uniform Plumbing Code contain sections addressing flushing and chlorine disinfection of potable water distribution systems. However, no industry standards tell plumbing professionals how to do it.


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Customer Service Never Goes Out of Style

In a world where customers have every opportunity to avoid interacting with people, they still choose to pick up the phone.
April 30, 2023

Looking at 2023, customer service is going to continue to be vital, if you own a home service company.


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Dsitribution Strategy

Fewer Customers is Never Better, Even to ‘Optimize Profitability’

Pricing and cost-to-serve experts mean well, but losing customers is not the way to grow a business.
April 3, 2023

No distributor branch, call center or distribution center operates with a predictable, steady stream of business. Instead, activity rises and falls, often unpredictably.


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Inventory Mamagement

Tips to Improve Engagement at Sales Meetings

Focus on purpose, topic diversity and leadership roles to eliminate confusion and invite participation during these weekly discussions.
April 3, 2023
Jason Bader

Sales meetings are a natural part of all distribution organizations. It is what our charter states — we sell stuff to others.


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MOMENTUM BUILDING MARKETING

What Makes Your Company Different?

A deep understanding of your market and your competition helps you determine what qualities your business possesses that they don’t.
April 3, 2023
Heather Ripley

When you Google “plumber” or “HVAC repair” and your city’s name, chances are you’ll come up with a long list of companies matching that description in your community.


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