Tag: Plumbing News

Plumbers Experiencing Post-COVID Boom in Many Markets

Thanks to a “perfect storm” of circumstances, including increasing home renovation and a recovering economy, new market data is showing that now is an especially great time to be a plumber. Currently, plumbers in some markets, particularly in the Midwest, are seeing average wages over $100,000. Despite this good news, the plumbing industry is still […]

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Tips for Recruiting Young Plumbers

Statistics show that despite many aspects of life either stopping or slowing down during the pandemic, your plumbing workload isn’t one of them! If you’re struggling to find new skilled employees to help you juggle your projects, Plumber Magazine recently published an article that has some good tips for attracting young talent.

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EPA Lead Pipe Regulation Update: What it Means for Plumbers

On July 29, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued the “Use of Lead Free Pipes, Fittings, Fixtures, Solder, and Flux for Drinking Water” ruling. The purpose of this rule is to reduce lead in drinking water by giving states, manufacturers, inspectors, and consumers a uniform definition of “Lead Free” plumbing.

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