AUGUST 2025
CONTENTS
One partner, full building solutions
2025 Mechanical Contractor of the Year: Arden Engineering Constructors.

The hybrid heat advantage: decarbonizing water heating for a resilient future
Hybrid water heaters are becoming the default choice in jurisdictions racing toward net-zero.

No slips, no shutdowns: ensuring access with snow melt systems
How radiant snow melt systems are transforming winter safety around the U.S.

Check valves explained: Understanding different types and applications in backflow prevention
Learn about check valve types (swing, ball, diaphragm, dual-plate) and their crucial role in backflow prevention.

Millennials and Gen Z making gains in housing market: What this means for plumbing service companies
Appealing to younger homeowners will be the cornerstone of healthy contracting businesses of the future.
