John Mesenbrink

The latest episode of Oatey’s podcast, The Fix, features a conversation with Oatey Ambassadors Danielle Browne and Thomas Young about mental health and some of the unique challenges that can come with working in the trades. This vulnerable, thought-provoking conversation highlights some personal challenges Ty and Danielle have faced regarding mental health, as well as Read more

What was once the Frozen Tundra is now the Heated Tundra? This sneak peek into the latest from the Hub on the Road series that takes the team to contractor Tweet/Garot’s Wrightstown, Wis. prefab shop and a visit to the mechanical room at Lambeau Field to see how this venerable stadium keeps its visitors comfortable Read more

What’s Your EQ?

Keep your technical knowledge close in the tool bag; emotional intelligence is a highly valued personal trait that can help you run a more successful business. We’ve all heard the expression before, “You’re thinking with you heart and not your head.” But what if both were true? On a recent Thursday night Plumbing Perspective (@plumbing_perspective) Instagram Read more

Over the past few years—wink, wink COVID—the industry has seen a rise in purchasing activity between plumbing and HVAC companies and private equity firms and other outside influences—coming in and gobbling up already successful contracting shops with a message of making them better. Sure, it’s a smart exit strategy as well for those looking to Read more

Name: Lesley Joan McGlenen Title: Owner/Operator  Company: Pipe Wench Plumbing & Heating ltd. Location: Scotch Creek, British Columbia, Canada Specialty: Plumbing and Heating        When asked if she’d be on a scooter anytime soon, Lesley McGlenen (@thepipewench) says she’ll take a HARD PASS!  “My favorite smoothie is a spinach, protein (double protein) yogurt, frozen Read more