South Dakota Updates Plumbing Code to 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code
PIERRE, SD — South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden on March 13 signed into law Senate Bill 25 (SB 25), updating the state’s plumbing code to the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC®) from the previously adopted 2015 edition. The adoption
Upgrade Your Job Site: Ditch the Landline, Embrace the Cloud
In the fast-paced world of plumbing, heating, specialty piping, and fire protection, staying connected isn’t just about convenience—it’s about keeping projects on track, responding to customers efficiently, and managing teams in the field. Yet, many businesses still rely on
ABC Hopes Trump CHIPS Act Changes Open Doors For Open Shop Contractors
One small city waiting to learn how the Trump administration changes the nearly $53-billion CHIPS and Science Act program, signed into law in 2022 by then-president Joe Biden, is West Lafayette, Ind. The biggest question mark in its construction
Simple Hydronics Question with a Lot to Unpack: Why Two Pumps?
This photo is from a younger guy who grew up with his dad being a heating contractor, like so many guys in the business. He asks a lot of questions, which I think is great. He has a natural
Chicago Contractor Charged In $325K Amtrak Bribery Scheme
A Chicago-area contractor is charged with conspiracy to commit federal program bribery as part of a scheme to ply an Amtrak official with gifts totaling at least $325,000 in exchange for $52 million in change orders that nearly doubled
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Strategic Partnerships, Inc. Mary Scott Nabers.As President and CEO of Strategic Partnerships, Inc. Mary Scott Nabers, a former statewide office holder in Texas, has decades of experience in the public and private sectors. Her unique expertise is her success
Navigating the Government Marketplace in Disruptive Times
The unique and disruptive chaos so painfully visible at the federal level of government is causing millions of Americans to be extremely concerned about what comes next. The existing angst has disrupted global markets and caused many businesses to
Intellihot, Inc., Announces New Leadership Transition for Future Growth
This change in day-to-day leadership signals the beginning of a new chapter for Intellihot, and one that requires an experienced and accomplished CEO to lead and prosecute the next phase of profitable growth. Under Hurley’s leadership, the firm will moderate
Watts Announces Q2 Learn & Win Sweepstakes
Watts has announced the continuation of its Learn + Win Sweepstakes for Q2 2025, running from April 1 through June 30. This quarter’s sweepstakes features an array of prizes designed for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Participants earn sweepstakes entries
With a Big Boost From Public Work, Construction Spending Rises in February
Construction spending rose in 0.7% in February on a month-to-month basis, according to a report released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a yearly basis, overall spending increased 2.9%.“Construction spending rebounded in February, following widespread severe weather that