PHC News

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America’s Oldest Family Owned PHCPPros

From a tiny storefront to mechanical giant, and another that practically built its hometown.

March 31, 2020

Steve Smith

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The 10 oldest plumbing, heating, cooling and piping contractors that are still owned by the same family.

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Hot Rod Rohr Earns Carlson-Holohan Award for Excellence

Radiant educator joins an elite group, becoming the eighth to receive the notable award.

March 31, 2020

Steve Smith

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Bob “Hot Rod” Rohr, well-known for his Caleffi North America seminars and regular columns in PHC News, was presented with the 2020-2022 Carlson-Holohan Industry Award of Excellence last February at a Radiant Professionals Alliance event held in conjunction with the AHR Expo in Orlando.

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The IAPMO Group

March 30, 2020

Russ Chaney

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The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) commenced its now 94-year history of industry leadership modestly when 39 city of Los Angeles plumbing inspectors recognized two needs: uniformity in plumbing practices and a means to bring together all sectors of the industry to achieve it.

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AHR Expo 2020

Day-by-day recap of the PHCPPros team’s adventures.

March 30, 2020

Ashlei Williams

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Sunny Orlando did not disappoint for the 2020 AHR Expo. How could it with the Super Bowl setting the stage on Sunday just up the road in Miami?

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Choosing the Right Leak Detection Solution — and Selling Your Clients on its Benefits

Proper choice provides a unique opportunity to build trust and cement long-term relationships with your clients.

March 31, 2020

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Protecting the Septic Seal

Using a liquid trap primer can eliminate noxious septic odors.

March 31, 2020

Steve Smith

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Using a liquid trap primer can eliminate noxious septic odors.

Contractor Stories

Just Do It

What’s holding you back from trying something new

March 31, 2020

Stephen Minnich

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I delayed doing something because I imagined all the worst things that could happen but didn’t. What’s holding you back from trying something new?

Your Business

Plumbing Princesses

You never know, maybe one of these days my truck will read BMC Plumbing & Daughter.

March 31, 2020

Sean McCormack

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Madison, my 3-year-old daughter, is leaning inside the cabinet, so excited to get in with me to help. I am so shocked to see her enthusiasm and interest in what I am doing.

Alternative Energy

Baby Rohr

What will the state of hydronics be in 2038? I hope our daughters will feel welcome and thrive in this industry.

March 31, 2020

Max Rohr

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What will the state of hydronics be in 2038? I hope our daughters will feel welcome and thrive in this industry that has meant so much to my family.

Business Uncomplicated

Ready to Go?

Advice on determining why you might want to sell your company and, if you do, how to set yourself up for success.

March 31, 2020

Ellen Rohr

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Advice on determining why you might want to sell your company and, if you do, how to set yourself up for success.

Contractor Profit Advantage

When is Your Price Right?

Guessing or setting prices based on what others charge is the wrong way to establish your rates.

March 31, 2020

Richard DiToma

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Following forms that make no sense, guessing at your prices or setting your prices based on what others charge is the wrong way to establish your rates.

Legal Pipeline

The Economic Loss Rule & Design Professionals: An Uncertain Liability Landscape

As the court decisions on this issue are varied, make sure to have an educated conversation with your construction attorney.

March 30, 2020

Steven Nudelman

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Can a general contractor, who has suffered only economic harm, recover in negligence against an architect, with whom the contractor has no contractual relationship?

The Future is Now

America’s Clean Energy Secret

Texas’ Whisper Valley is a living laboratory to help progressive companies plan production-scale housing projects for a different kind of world.

March 30, 2020

BF Nagy

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Pssst! Want to know a secret? It’s not going to be that hard to construct clean energy homes at scale.

UTILITY JIFFY JELL Toilet Water Absorber

March 14, 2020

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The product provides mess-free, stress-free toilet removal by solidifying the water left in the toilet into a gel.

Viega MegaPress 3-Piece Ball Valve

October 7, 2019

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The valve makes industrial maintenance programs faster and more efficient.

Josam PRO-PLUS Trench Drain System

February 19, 2020

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The PRO-PLUS trench drain is a unique SMC/GRP material manufactured using glass-fiber reinforced polyester (GRP) pressed from sheet molding compound (SMC), which is a composite of polyester resin, mineral fillers and glass-fiber mats.

Uponor ProPEX Brass Commercial Ball Valves

Uponor ProPEX Lead-Free Brass Commercial Ball Valves

February 24, 2020

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The valves feature blow-out-proof stems and are available with stem extension kits to accommodate up to 2 inches of insulation in insulated piping applications.

Bonomi Automated Three-Way Ball Valve Packages

March 4, 2020

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The company has introduced a new range of lead-free, three-way, direct mount brass ball valve packages with a choice of factory-installed electric or pneumatic actuators.

Triangle Tube Launches Instinct Boiler

August 30, 2019

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Instinct is backed with market-leading Good, Better, Best Warranty Program, offering coverage up to 6-year parts and 3-year labor with a site accredited install.

Carlin CAP System

July 1, 2019

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The system provides direct combustion air to an appliance and allows users to reduce the area considered “confined” for ventilation by 50 percent.

Utica Boilers Adds Two Floor-Standing Condensing Boiler Models

Utica Boilers MACF-150 and MAHF-125 Floor-Standing Condensing Boilers

June 28, 2019

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ECR International Inc. (ECR) has announced the addition of the new models, which meet ENERGY STAR Most Efficient status.

LAARS OmniTherm Near Condensing Boilers

January 30, 2020

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The new OmniTherm series of near condensing boilers and volume water heaters includes industry leading electronic air-to-fuel ratio control, long-life stainless steel heat exchangers, and the Laars Linc icon-driven control system.