Plumbing Weekly Brief: June 10–16, 2025
This past week, the plumbing sector experienced a dynamic blend of corporate achievements, local industry recognition, and crucial advancements in workforce development and public health. From major suppliers achieving Fortune 500 status to new training programs addressing the persistent skilled labor gap, the industry continues to demonstrate its resilience and adaptability. A consistent push towards smart technologies and sustainable practices also underscores a forward-looking approach across the board, shaping how professionals operate and how consumers interact with plumbing services.
This Week’s Essential Plumbing Insights:
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Industry Recognition: SupplyHouse Named a Top Workplace
SupplyHouse, a leading e-commerce supplier for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical trades, has earned significant recognition as one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in New York™ for 2025, securing the seventh position. This prestigious accolade, derived from confidential employee survey responses, highlights the company’s profound dedication to fostering a people-first culture, driven by values-based leadership and an exceptional employee experience. The company’s achievement in creating a supportive, valued, and inspiring workplace through empathy, collaboration, and continuous improvement reflects a broader, positive shift in how the trade sector is perceived and how companies are investing in their human capital. This recognition not only aids in retaining existing talent by cultivating a positive environment but also enhances the industry’s appeal to new entrants, particularly younger generations who increasingly prioritize workplace culture and opportunities for professional growth.
Published: June 16, 2025
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Local Excellence: Western Heating, Air & Plumbing Honored for Service
Western Heating, Air & Plumbing, a family-owned enterprise serving Utah Valley, has proudly received its tenth consecutive “Best Heating & Air Conditioning Company” award from Utah Valley Magazine. This consistent recognition, spanning three decades of dedicated service to over 60,000 customers, underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to comfort, safety, and delivering five-star service. Beyond their celebrated HVAC services, the company operates a comprehensive plumbing division that manages everything from routine repairs to complex water heater installations. This integrated service model exemplifies a growing trend among home service providers to diversify their offerings, becoming a single point of contact for homeowners’ diverse needs, including plumbing, HVAC, drain cleaning, and indoor air quality. Achieving a “Best Of” award for a decade highlights the critical importance of consistent, high-quality customer service in a competitive local market.
Published: June 16, 2025
Western Heating, Air & Plumbing Earns 10th Straight "Best Heating & Air Conditioning Company" in Utah Valley, an Honor From Utah Valley Magazine | Newswire -
Workforce Development: New Plumbing Training Programs Emerge
Genesee Community College in Batavia, NY, recently announced that its Business and Employee Skills Training (BEST) Center will introduce hands-on plumbing training this fall. This program is designed to equip students with essential entry-level skills and industry-recognized credentials, directly addressing the persistent skilled labor shortages that continue to challenge the plumbing industry nationwide. The initiative is thoughtfully structured with evening classes to accommodate the schedules of working adults, making vocational training more accessible. Such programs are paramount for attracting and developing the next generation of plumbing professionals, ensuring a steady and qualified pipeline of workers to meet the increasing demand in construction and maintenance sectors.
Published: June 11, 2025
Welding and Plumbing Training Offered This Fall at Genesee Community College - Genesee Community College -
Public Health Focus: Latest Tap Water Quality Report
Wright State University in Ohio recently released its Consumer Notice of Tap Water Results for June 2025, confirming that all tested tap water samples were well below the federal action level for lead and copper, thereby deemed safe for consumption. This ongoing monitoring, which is specifically required while the university’s water plant’s membrane system undergoes maintenance, highlights the critical importance of continuous water quality surveillance and transparent reporting. This practice underscores the plumbing industry’s vital role in safeguarding public health, encompassing everything from maintaining intricate infrastructure to ensuring strict compliance with evolving safety regulations and standards. The detailed reporting and notification requirements for lead and copper levels reflect a heightened public and regulatory focus on drinking water safety, particularly in the wake of past high-profile incidents.
Published: June 13, 2025
Consumer Notice of Tap Water Results for June 2025 | Environmental Health and Safety | Wright State University
Tools & Tips
The plumbing industry is in a constant state of innovation, with new tools and software continually emerging to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction. This week, two notable advancements stand out: a versatile new plumbing wrench designed for precision and ease, and significant updates to a leading field service management platform that promise to streamline operations.
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LAISGOO 2-In-1 Plumbing Wrench: This recently available tool offers a versatile solution for quick and hassle-free angle stop and supply nut installations. Engineered for professional plumbers, its automatic adapting wrench efficiently handles multi-size nuts, simplifying the disassembly and tightening of compression nuts. The compact, durable design, complemented by a bonus 4-way multi-functional utilities key, makes it exceptionally suitable for working in confined spaces and an indispensable addition for comprehensive bathroom and kitchen plumbing tasks. This type of specialized tool represents how technology directly improves on-site efficiency by simplifying complex, time-consuming tasks, thereby allowing plumbers to complete jobs more quickly and effectively.
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Housecall Pro Spring 2025 Product Updates: Housecall Pro has rolled out substantial enhancements aimed at empowering home service professionals to operate more efficiently and rapidly. Key updates include the introduction of an “AI Team” for always-on support, an improved “HCP Cam” for faster and clearer job documentation with integrated video and annotation capabilities, and expanded marketing features such as integrated online booking and review management. These advancements are designed to streamline daily operations, significantly reduce administrative burdens, and enhance customer communication, all of which directly contribute to business growth and overall operational efficiency. The integration of AI and enhanced documentation tools automates repetitive tasks and minimizes errors, freeing up valuable time for plumbers, a critical benefit given the ongoing labor shortage in the industry.
2025 Spring Updates That Help Pros Go Further, Faster
Fun Fact
Did you know the word “plumber” actually comes from ancient Rome? It is derived from the Latin word “plumbum,” which literally means “lead”. This linguistic origin is a direct reference to the extensive use of lead pipes in early Roman plumbing systems for water conveyance. This practice continued for many centuries until the severe health risks associated with lead poisoning became widely understood and prompted a shift away from lead materials, particularly after World War II. This fascinating historical link underscores the profound and continuous evolution of materials and safety standards within the plumbing industry.
Plumbing Trivia by Superior Plumbing
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