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PHCPPros 2020 Tankless Water Heater Report: North American manufacturers provide insight on the trends leading the way for the future of the industry.

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2020 Tankless Water Heater Report

North American manufacturers provide insight on the trends leading the way for the future of the industry.

July 5, 2020

Linda P. Noir

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Even through a global crisis, the essential workforce of the tankless water heater industry continues to innovate with consumer comfort and convenience in mind.

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America’s Oldest Family Owned PHCPPros

One contractor got its start building Nevada before it was barely a state. And our other contractor pioneered PHCP comforts in St. Louis.

July 5, 2020

Steve Smith

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Savage and Son and Corrigan Co. pioneered plumbing and heating as they both continue to grow their businesses today.

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Plumbers Giving Back: T ‘N G Plumbing Pays It Forward

A Minnesota plumbing company’s charitable efforts rebuild lives — one bathroom at a time.

July 5, 2020

Steve Smith

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A Minnesota plumbing company’s charitable efforts rebuild lives — one bathroom at a time.

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The One-Stop Sink

Mechanical contractor UMC modifies business model to make handwashing stations to keep its people on the payroll and combat COVID-19.

July 5, 2020

Steve Smith

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Mechanical contractor UMC modifies routine contracting business to produce sinks to help during COVID-19.

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WAGS Takes the Worry Out of Water Heater Failure

Water damage is one of the biggest property risks every homeowner faces.

July 5, 2020

Steve Smith

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WAGS Valve prevents disastrous floods and untold damage to property, and avoids costly insurance claims from water heater failure.

Contractor Stories

Changes

Time to say goodbye to Chicago and hello to a new city, new home and new opportunities.

July 5, 2020

Stephen Minnich

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It’s time to say goodbye to Chicago and hello to a new city, new home and new opportunities.

Geothermal HVAC

The Case for Beneficial Electrification

Buildings must switch from furnaces and boilers to electric heat pumps for significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

July 8, 2020

Jay Egg

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The topic of beneficial electrification has been a difficult topic since I started writing back in 2009.

Alternative Energy

The Last Mile Problem

Where does the delivery road end?

July 5, 2020

Max Rohr

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If it ends up being logistically cheaper for retailers to do online-only, it will be a bigger driver than any sustainability pact would be.

Business Uncomplicated

Cameras On! And Other Tips for Better Video Conferencing

In this new work normal, I’m committed to improving how we engage our team remotely.

July 5, 2020

Ellen Rohr

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In this new work normal, I’m committed to improving how we engage our team remotely. Let’s embrace staying home a little more and getting on a plane a little less.

Contractor Profit Advantage

Stop Employees from Asking for a Raise

You can rid yourself of this awkward problem by paying everyone with two levels of pay — base pay and incentive pay.

July 5, 2020

Richard DiToma

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You can rid yourself of this awkward problem by paying everyone with two levels of pay — base pay and incentive pay.

The Future is Now

Is Off-Grid Living Making a Comeback?

The current pandemic is boosting interest in various styles of homes that are remote and self-sufficient.

July 5, 2020

BF Nagy

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The current pandemic is boosting interest in various styles of homes that are remote and self-sufficient.

The Riso Report

Social Media Advocacy is Powerful

It seems easier for some to copy and paste another’s ideas rather than create a well-thought-out game plan based on public policy experience.

July 5, 2020

Mark Riso

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It seems easier for some to copy and paste another’s ideas rather than create a well-thought-out game plan based on public policy experience.

Marketing Building Momentum

Is Low Employee Engagement Hurting Your Business?

You can’t create engagement from the top down; you have to get your employees’ input.

July 5, 2020

Heather Ripley

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How often do you think about employee engagement? If you’re anything like other home service business owners, commitment is probably right up there with great company culture as something you’d love just to happen.

Falcon Stainless BIG RED Movable Gas Appliance Installation Kit for PRO Kitchens

June 15, 2020

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The kit features a 360-degree swivel, quick disconnect with all necessary parts.

Taco Comfort Solutions ECM High-Efficiency Circulators

May 26, 2020

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The company has expanded its family of easy-to-use, high-efficiency ECM circulators with the addition of the 0034e and 0034ePlus models.

Niles Steel Tank Power Plate Heat Exchangers

January 17, 2019

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The exchangers provide a high rate of heat transfer, with optimal protection against leaks and cross-contamination.

Matco-Norca Radiator Union Elbow

May 29, 2020

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Matco-Norca has expanded its line of radiator/heating valve products with the addition of a ISO-9002 sourced brass union elbow.

Webstone Press to PEX Fittings

June 1, 2020

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Webstone, a brand of NIBCO, has announced an expansion to its line of transition products including Press × PEX reducing fittings, baseboard elbow, and dual-vent elbow for use with the 1/8-inch NPT vent of the user's choice.

Reliance Worldwide Corp. StreamLabs Control

Reliance Worldwide Corp.'s StreamLabs Control

June 8, 2020

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In the era of smart water technology, it's clear the StreamLabs Control, with its remote shut-off capability, provides value to homeowners, but there's also tremendous benefit to contractors.

AquaMotion Aqua-Shield Recirculation Kits for Single-Pipe Homes

June 9, 2020

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The company has introduced three Aqua-Shield Recirculation Kits for single-pipe homes for use with outdoor installed tankless heater recirculation systems.