June 2024

CONTRACTOR speaks with experts from Rheem about what the new standards will mean for manufacturers, installers and end-users.

Different segments of the PHCC organization, and the p-h-c industry as a whole, came together for another impactful legislative event in Washington, DC.

The 44th Annual Building Safety Month wraps up by recognizing individuals and communities who excel in building safety initiatives.

For all trades the journey breaks down into five phases, each with distinctive logistical, financial, technological and cultural challenges.

During the May 5-10 meetings, the committees acted on 689 proposed amendments to the 2027 editions of the Uniform Codes.

The rising demand for energy-efficient alternatives and a focus on lowering carbon emissions has led to a surge in the request for residential boilers.

Each Hometown Hero enjoys premium seating at a Rainiers home game with family and friends.

Contractors who embrace technology can facilitate networking and make it easier to find jobs.

The company provides an extensive range of chemical water treatments and filters for both traditional and renewable heating systems.

Contractor University’s Cracking the Code Weekly Show.

This week's gallery highlights a mobile charging unit for electric construction equipment, interior and exterior noncondensing tankless water heater models, a residential electric...

Coffee roaster/farm receives upgrade to its radiant-hydronic geothermal system.

Over 50% of contractors cite labor shortage, overhead costs, and supply chain constraints as biggest ongoing challenges.

Events will highlight 2024’s new, innovative products and revamped tour van.

Hart served as Chief Executive Officer at Royal House Partners, a home services business spanning the southern and central US.

Construction companies sign on to the Million Women in Construction Community Pledge.

Other findings: 65% of surveyed pros believe that their job in the trade labor market is safe from being threatened by AI.

Simple, effective strategies to engage and empower your team.

NRS’s groundbreaking products are a significant step towards creating a robust circular economy.

With 15 years of experience in corporate accounting and finance, Roebuck will head the company’s global accounting operations.

Leading manufacturer donates $10,000 to Home Repair Services to support plumbing repair and water heater replacement for mobile home owners in Kent County, MI.

Supporting the needs of your neighbors allows you to make the personal connections that strengthen your role in the community.

We cannot over-emphasize the role that cash flow management should play in the everyday decisions made by contractors.

Responsibility for building safety is crucial for us all, starting with understanding the basics and keeping our friends, families and neighbors safe.

None of us want or need a traffic accident to be our wakeup call.

Leading distributor has announced a new partnership with local commerce platform DoorDash.

Week four of the Code Council’s Building Safety Month campaign provides resources to advocate for safety within your community.

This month, I will attempt to shed some clarity on the things you will find on the side opposite the steam supply valve on a two-pipe radiator.

You need something bigger—something to drive you, something to compel you to leave your safe and familiar comfort zone.

Reviews of ThemoGrid field service management software and the RedTeam Flex cloud-based solution.

Everyone today—the general contractor, you, your employees, the supply house, manufacturers and your sub-subcontractors—are looking for an edge.

Showroom in Fulton Market District becomes world’s first commercial plumbing showroom to achieve both certifications.

Greenfield plant produces STERLING brand bathing and showering products to meet growing demand and enhance customer experience.

Codes are available in both hardcopy and electronic versions, completing a three-year consensus development cycle accredited by the American National Standards Institute.

Gregg Sengstack, who has served as CEO since 2014 and Chairperson since 2015, will continue as Executive Chairperson.

Research and Markets' study finds the market is highly fragmented, with many companies competing for market share.

The 'E Star' was authorized in 1969 to recognize “E” Award winners’ continued excellence in export expansion.

Overall construction input prices are 2.3% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 2.2% higher.

When the time came to expand the brewery, Head Brewer Josh Rein decided to reach out to the controls and systems experts at IFS.

On an annual basis, only contractors with $30-$50 million in annual revenues have experienced an increase in backlog.

When your business embodies your values, your culture will drive project success and cultivate a sense of purpose, achievement, and growth among your employees.

Week Three of the Code Council’s Building Safety Month campaign spotlights how building safety professionals make a difference in their communities.

Pendrith has finished in the top 10 and top 25 over 30 times, but this is his first Tour win.

The company is now offering its industry-leading services to people living in the Miami Valley.

This week's gallery shines the spotlight on an electric heat pump water heater series, a hybrid electric water heater, a condensing gas tankless water heater series, a pipe-freezing...

CEA represents construction firms that are proud to use union craftworkers.

Xylem partners with Chris Long Foundation and Water Well Trust to solve water scarcity in rural Pennsylvania.

The bell ringing symbolized Watts’ 150 years of service and innovation.

But watch out! Techs need to anticipate trickery from the press process.

The reimagined event will be held in Birmingham, Alabama, October 7-10, at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex.

Bradford White Corporation has announced several leadership promotions to boost the company's Canadian operations.

Thousands raised to support National Association of Women in Construction scholarship fund.

A packed classroom of twenty-seven attendees engaged in a highly interactive and intense two-day workshop conducted May 3-4.

Preparing and planning for such disasters can significantly mitigate building damage and help create resilient communities around the world.

The company received the prestigious "1.5℃ target" validation, and makes the Carbon Disclosure Project's A List.

Angi expands partnership with trades job platform BlueRecruit and launches new scholarship program to raise awareness of the benefits of the trades.