Allie Perez

Any woman in the trades can attest, we’re usually the only female in the room. According the Department of Labor’s Bureau of Statistics, there are three female plumbers for every 100 male plumbers. Needless to say, the trades are a man’s world. However, in the midst of this male dominated industry, a handful of women Read more

There are a few certainties in the trades. Upon entering the trades, my peers instructed me on the three basic principles of trades work: poop flows downward, payday is on Friday and the boss is a jerk. The “boss” is typically the Master Licensed Contractor and the business owner. This person wears many hats and Read more

There’s a good deal of smack talk about the trades. I’m here to set the story straight and bust some myths about contractors and skilled trades. “The Skilled Trades are for Dummies.” Actually, the trades require a varied skill set. Tradespeople usually possess a keen understanding and high aptitude in mathematics, problem solving, logic and Read more

Pipes burst when water expands inside the pipe due to freezing temperatures. This usually occurs in less than 20 degrees, but it can happen above that mark as well. In the south, pipes are generally exposed to the outdoor elements, unlike the north where they expect freezing temps. Both North and South are both being Read more

Contracting includes working in the trades; Trades include: plumbing, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, electricity, construction). Most of the time, we get a bad rap as not being a glamorous or trendy occupation. However, here are 7 reasons that working in contracting is way cool! We’re Famous! John Gotti owned a plumbing supply company. Michael Caine Read more