https://www.phcppros.com/rss en-us Industrial cooling safety is entering a new era shaped by stricter environmental requirements, new refrigerants, and rising expectations for equipment safety under real operating conditions. Industrial cooling safety is entering a new era shaped by stricter environmental requirements, new refrigerants, and rising expectations for equipment safety under real operating conditions.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23635 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23635-engineering-first-safety-for-industrial-cooling-with-no-compromise Engineering First Safety for Industrial Cooling — With No Compromise.jpg Since launching the initiative in 2010, Sonnhalter’s Tool Drive has raised $603,000 in donations to support Habitat’s mission of providing safe, affordable housing opportunities throughout Northeast Ohio. Since launching the initiative in 2010, Sonnhalter’s Tool Drive has raised $603,000 in donations to support Habitat’s mission of providing safe, affordable housing opportunities throughout Northeast Ohio.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23634 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:16:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23634-sonnhalter-continues-tradition-with-17th-annual-tool-drive-supporting-greater-cleveland-habitat-for-humanity Sonnhalter Continues Tradition With 17th Annual Tool Drive Supporting Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity.jpg Watts has announced the appointment of Rich Gardner as senior product manager for shutoff valves, connections, and plumbing specialties for the Americas. Watts has announced the appointment of Rich Gardner as senior product manager for shutoff valves, connections, and plumbing specialties for the Americas.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23569 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:21:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23569-watts-appoints-rich-gardner-to-senior-product-manager-role Watts Appoints Rich Gardner to Senior Product Manager Role.jpg Most plumbing businesses invest in fairly predictable marketing: Google Search ads, a Facebook or Instagram presence, maybe a yard sign at a job site and a wrapped truck. Most plumbing businesses invest in fairly predictable marketing: Google Search ads, a Facebook or Instagram presence, maybe a yard sign at a job site and a wrapped truck.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23536 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23536-plumbers-can-now-advertise-on-tv-heres-how-to-do-it-right iStock-835487318.jpg Discover how AI search is reshaping how homeowners find contractors, and why digital PR must lead the strategy to build crucial online credibility and authority. Discover how AI search is reshaping how homeowners find contractors, and why digital PR must lead the strategy to build crucial online credibility and authority.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23534 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23534-why-plumbing-companies-need-an-ai-search-strategy-and-why-digital-pr-should-lead-it iStock-2221582522.jpg Discover how mechanical contractor Cox Engineering uses creative social media marketing to bridge communication gaps, build trust, and successfully recruit the next generation of tradespeople. Discover how mechanical contractor Cox Engineering uses creative social media marketing to bridge communication gaps, build trust, and successfully recruit the next generation of tradespeople.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23532 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23532-scroll-post-engage-promote-hire Best Photos-7.jpg How three generations of McLaren reps built an enduring family legacy by prioritizing deep relationships and unmatched tenure in a rapidly changing industry. How three generations of McLaren reps built an enduring family legacy by prioritizing deep relationships and unmatched tenure in a rapidly changing industry.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23510 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23510-the-storytellers-of-the-supply-chain-three-generations-of-mclaren-reps PHOTO - ProLineBK Team.jpg A practical look at the everyday habits and emotional needs driving supplier loyalty—and how counter teams can keep earning that choice every morning. A practical look at the everyday habits and emotional needs driving supplier loyalty—and how counter teams can keep earning that choice every morning.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23505 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23505-14-reasons-why-customers-stop-and-shop-at-your-location TW0626_PHCP contractor tools and equipment.jpg The free virtual event on June 4 will feature AI education, Spanish-language programming, major product updates, and recognition of the next generation of trades leaders. The free virtual event on June 4 will feature AI education, Spanish-language programming, major product updates, and recognition of the next generation of trades leaders.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23522 Thu, 28 May 2026 10:34:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23522-housecall-pro-unveils-platform-redesign-at-built-to-last-spring-summit-2026 Housecall Pro Unveils Platform Redesign at Built to Last Spring Summit 2026.jpg Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Eastern Energy Expo welcomed more than 3,800 attendees and 215 exhibitors to Mohegan Sun, marking one of the show’s most successful events to date. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Eastern Energy Expo welcomed more than 3,800 attendees and 215 exhibitors to Mohegan Sun, marking one of the show’s most successful events to date.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23513 Wed, 27 May 2026 11:55:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23513-eastern-energy-expo-records-successful-show Eastern Energy Expo Records Successful Show.jpg The updated brand brings together plumbing, electrical and air conditioning services under one clear identity. The updated brand brings together plumbing, electrical and air conditioning services under one clear identity. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23433 Tue, 12 May 2026 15:09:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23433-fluid-plumbing-electrical-and-air-conditioning-launches-new-brand Fluid Plumbing, Electrical & Air Conditioning Launches New Brand .jpg APR Supply Co. has launched a refreshed brand identity, including an updated logo and a new tagline: In Your Corner. Always. APR Supply Co. has launched a refreshed brand identity, including an updated logo and a new tagline: In Your Corner. Always.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23416 Thu, 07 May 2026 14:28:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23416-apr-supply-co-launches-new-brand-identity-introduces-in-your-corner-always-tagline APR Supply Co. Launches New Brand Identity.jpg “Perfecting Water. Protecting Life.” connects science-driven innovation with everyday benefits — from cleaner water and better-tasting drinks to softer skin and appliance protection. “Perfecting Water. Protecting Life.” connects science-driven innovation with everyday benefits — from cleaner water and better-tasting drinks to softer skin and appliance protection.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23377 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:35:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23377-kinetico-launches-new-worldwide-brand-campaign Kinetico Launches New Worldwide Brand Campaign.jpg A. O. Smith has launched its highly anticipated Spring Tools promotion. A. O. Smith has launched its highly anticipated Spring Tools promotion.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23277 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:15:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23277-a-o-smith-kicks-off-spring-promotion-with-participating-wholesale-partners A. O. Smith Kicks Off Spring Promotion With Participating Wholesale Partners.jpg Explore how the plumbing and heating industry is trading traditional boilers for high-efficiency electrification, turning the "Great Makeover" of 2026 into a massive opportunity for contractors and wholesalers. Explore how the plumbing and heating industry is trading traditional boilers for high-efficiency electrification, turning the "Great Makeover" of 2026 into a massive opportunity for contractors and wholesalers.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23173 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23173-the-great-makeover-why-electrification-is-our-excellent-opportunity iStock-2254314376.jpg The Wall Whisperer campaign engages consumers and contractors in a multi-pronged marketing approach to build widespread awareness for heat pumps, celebrate the state’s workforce, and accelerate market demand. The Wall Whisperer campaign engages consumers and contractors in a multi-pronged marketing approach to build widespread awareness for heat pumps, celebrate the state’s workforce, and accelerate market demand.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23078 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:02:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23078-california-heat-pump-partnership-launches-statewide-marketing-campaign-to-drive-heat-pump-adoption California Heat Pump Partnership Launches Statewide Marketing Campaign to Drive Heat Pump Adoption.jpg If you sometimes feel like me, that you’re facing nonstop disruption, you may not be imagining it. In particular, it’s a question that over the past few years I’ve asked myself as each year ended. If you sometimes feel like me, that you’re facing nonstop disruption, you may not be imagining it. In particular, it’s a question that over the past few years I’ve asked myself as each year ended. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23052 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23052-this-year-change-demands-a-reinvention-operating-system Tw0326_old ways wont open new doors.jpg In today’s market, customers encounter products long before they ever touch them in a showroom. In today’s market, customers encounter products long before they ever touch them in a showroom.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23046 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23046-how-to-drive-more-sales-using-your-product-visuals TW0326_stylish but realistic space.jpg The collaboration sends Yelp’s high-intent leads directly into Housecall Pro’s Job Inbox, helping pros respond faster, stay organized and win more jobs. The collaboration sends Yelp’s high-intent leads directly into Housecall Pro’s Job Inbox, helping pros respond faster, stay organized and win more jobs.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22927 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:14:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22927-housecall-pro-launches-yelp-integration-to-streamline-lead-management-for-home-service-businesses Housecall Pro Launches Yelp Integration to Streamline Lead.jpg Learn how a lifetime of "coffee connections" and old-school political wisdom can transform a sales career from being a mere vendor into becoming a vital, 911-style partner for your customers. Learn how a lifetime of "coffee connections" and old-school political wisdom can transform a sales career from being a mere vendor into becoming a vital, 911-style partner for your customers.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22834 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22834-coffee-connections TW1125_people in coffeeshop.jpg Stop letting potential leads pass you by and learn how small, consistent updates to your Google presence can transform your business from invisible to a top-tier local choice. Stop letting potential leads pass you by and learn how small, consistent updates to your Google presence can transform your business from invisible to a top-tier local choice.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22820 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22820-why-even-the-best-phc-contractors-stay-invisible-online iStock-872409924.jpg The new app provides Shopify users with a seamless way to maintain accurate and up-to-date product content without manual file handling, spreadsheet cleanup, or reformatting. The new app provides Shopify users with a seamless way to maintain accurate and up-to-date product content without manual file handling, spreadsheet cleanup, or reformatting.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22715 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 14:06:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22715-dds-launches-acadia-app-for-shopify-delivering-real-time-product-data-to-b2b-distributors-and-manufacturers DDS Launches Acadia App for Shopify, Delivering Real-Time Product Data to B2B Distributors and Manufacturers.jpg Award-winning public relations veteran shares insights and best practices for residential service companies to grow their business. Award-winning public relations veteran shares insights and best practices for residential service companies to grow their business.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22649 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:36:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22649-heather-ripley-launches-updated-next-level-now-book-for-home-services Heather Ripley Launches Updated Next Level Now Book for Home Services.jpg Sonnhalter wins a gold award in B2B Campaign category on behalf of NIBCO. Sonnhalter wins a gold award in B2B Campaign category on behalf of NIBCO.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22570 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:45:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22570-sonnhalter-wins-prsa-rocks-award Sonnhalter Wins PRSA Rocks Award.jpg Learn how home service businesses can amplify their charitable giving through authentic PR to boost community impact, employee engagement, and brand reputation. Learn how home service businesses can amplify their charitable giving through authentic PR to boost community impact, employee engagement, and brand reputation.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22548 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22548-doing-good-dont-hide-it-share-it-and-inspire-more-good PHCN1225_volunteers at community food bank.jpg Learn how plumbers can rise above heavy competition by leveraging digital tools, showcasing certifications and values, and building a strong online presence that earns trust, drives leads, and grows a loyal customer base. Learn how plumbers can rise above heavy competition by leveraging digital tools, showcasing certifications and values, and building a strong online presence that earns trust, drives leads, and grows a loyal customer base.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22540 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22540-marketing-for-plumbers iStock-520689407.jpg Construction worker pointing with finger on search bar This year's event will feature Emmy Award-winning TV host Mike Rowe, best known for "Dirty Jobs" and his work with the mikeroweWORKS Foundation, in an exclusive fireside chat. This year's event will feature Emmy Award-winning TV host Mike Rowe, best known for "Dirty Jobs" and his work with the mikeroweWORKS Foundation, in an exclusive fireside chat.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22517 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:08:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22517-housecall-pro-announces-winter-summit-2025 Housecall Pro announces Winter Summit 2025.jpg The deal expands Rocket Group’s presence into Texas, and adds capacity to serve homeowners across Greater Houston, including the Bellaire, Katy and Sugar Land areas, effective immediately. The deal expands Rocket Group’s presence into Texas, and adds capacity to serve homeowners across Greater Houston, including the Bellaire, Katy and Sugar Land areas, effective immediately.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22513 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:17:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22513-rocket-group-acquires-bellaire-air-conditioning Rocket Group Acquires Bellaire Air Conditioning.jpg The home service business consultancy has acquired the Plumbing CEO platform along with its founder, expanding its lineup of growth and support resources for the trades. The home service business consultancy has acquired the Plumbing CEO platform along with its founder, expanding its lineup of growth and support resources for the trades.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22491 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:28:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22491-bdr-welcomes-nate-agentis-as-director-of-plumbing-vertical BDR Welcomes Nate Agentis as Director of Plumbing Vertical.jpg Standing out at home shows takes more than a flashy booth — with the right PR and marketing strategy, your plumbing brand can turn every handshake and demo into lasting visibility, stronger credibility, and year-round business growth. Standing out at home shows takes more than a flashy booth — with the right PR and marketing strategy, your plumbing brand can turn every handshake and demo into lasting visibility, stronger credibility, and year-round business growth.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/22395 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/22395-from-foot-traffic-to-forever-customers PHCN1125_The Surfin' Plumbers at home show.jpg