Author: Cummings Plumbing

2018 Readers Choice Announced

Written by Cummings Plumbing on August 30, 2018. Posted in Company News.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 08/30/2018

Nary Vang, Web Design and Marketing Specialist
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
520-293-6900
naryv@cummingsplumbing.com

Winners and Favorites for Readers’ Choice Best of 2018 Announced
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling Receives Tucson Favorite for Four Different Categories and Best of 2018 for One Category at this year’s Readers’ Choice Best of 2018 Award CeremonyTucson, AZ.: Every year, the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com hold a contest where readers in the community can nominate and vote for their favorite businesses in a variety of different categories. Since the contest started in 2015, over 430,000 votes have been cast for Tucsonans favorite businesses. Last year, Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling was proud to be the recipient of the Readers’ Choice 2017 Award for Best Plumber. This year, the company was up for four categories: Best Plumber, Best Air Conditioning/Heating Service, Most Innovative Workplace, and Best Workplace Culture. In addition, Kevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling, was up for Best Boss. At the annual awards ceremony on August 29th, 2018, held at the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort and Spa, Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling received Tucson Favorite for Best Plumber, Best Air Conditioning/Heating Service, Most Innovative Workplace, and Best Workplace Culture. Kevin Cummings won for Best Boss.

“It was incredible and unreal…” said Kevin Cummings. “As they were making the announcement of winners and got to Best Boss, I’m not even sure if I remembered hearing that I won. All I remember is that everyone at the two tables we had erupted in cheer. People stood up, I saw high-fives, people were yelling, hugs were given…it was chaos for a few seconds. As soon as it registered to me that I won, I was overcome with both a feeling of pride and humility…if that’s possible. I was proud because I won this amazing award. Best Boss in Tucson for 2018…that’s crazy! But it was an extremely humbling feeling to know that my employees view me this way. I am so lucky because I am surrounded by amazing people; people that have my best interest at heart. If there was a category for Best Employees, my crew would win for sure. To top that off, we are also Tucson Favorites for four other incredible categories, including Most Innovative Workplace and Best Workplace Culture. To know that we, a plumbing company, are thought of as having an innovative workplace and best workplace culture…there are no words to describe that feeling. It makes sense for us to be in the Best Plumber and Best Air Conditioning/Heating Service categories…but these two other categories confirmed that we are really set apart from others in our industry. It was an amazing night and I just want to say, ‘Thank you,’ to everyone who helped make this happen.”

“Oh…this was so well deserved and the timing couldn’t have been more perfect,” said Elaine Lee, Office Manager of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. “Kevin has worked so hard to build this company and the culture that we have today. I can’t think of a better person to win the award for Best Boss. He has gone way above and beyond to ensure that our employees are taken care of. The employees at Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling are very lucky to be working for one of the best people that I know. In addition, we’re lucky to have our incredibly amazing employees. The two go hand-in-hand. Because of them, we are Tucson Favorites for four other categories. This just goes to show that you reap what you sow. Life is about synergy and at Cummings, we are doing all of the right things to make a great company happen naturally. I just want to take a minute to say, ‘Kevin, well deserved. You are doing an incredible job. You earned it.’ To our employees, ‘Thank you for your loyalty, dedication, and for everything you do. Your hard work and efforts do not go unnoticed.’ To Tucson, ‘It’s been an amazing year and it will only get better. Thank you for your support.'”

About Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling: Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling is proud to be one of the largest privately owned and locally operated plumbing and HVAC companies in Arizona. Initially out of New York, we opened our doors in Tucson in 1983 and have been proudly serving Tucson residents for the last 35 years. Our mission is “To be a trusted household name that spans generations by educating our customers and helping them make informed decisions.” As a 6th generation plumbing business, the professionals at Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling are equipped with a wealth of knowledge and experience that you can trust.

Cummings Plumbing Becomes Arizona Athletics Sponsor

Written by Cummings Plumbing on August 24, 2018. Posted in Company News.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 08/24/2018

Nary Vang, Web Design and Marketing Specialist
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
520-293-6900
naryv@cummingsplumbing.com

Cummings Plumbing Sponsors Arizona Athletics
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling Becomes a Proud Sponsor of Arizona AthleticsTucson, AZ.: Driving from the airport on S Tucson BLVD towards E Benson Hwy, it’s hard to miss the billboard that says, “Wildcat Country”. That’s what Tucson is known for: the Arizona Wildcats. As a part of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division and a member of the Pac-12 Conference, the Wildcats are the athletic teams that represent the University of Arizona. With the ever expanding footprint of the University of Arizona, the Wildcats are at the heart of most Tucsonans; intertwined into its culture. It’s no wonder then, why Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling decided to sponsor Arizona Athletics to support the Wildcats.

“I have been a Wildcat fan since I was a teenager and moved to Arizona,” said Kevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. “After moving here, I quickly learned that a lot of people here bleed red and blue. The fans supporting the Wildcats are like nothing I’d seen before. After living here for over 37 years, being a Wildcat fan comes as naturally to me as breathing. When we got approached with the opportunity to be a [proud] sponsor of Arizona Athletics and support the Wildcats, it was a slam dunk for me. I was so excited. It’s a real honor for us to be supporting something that I’ve been a huge fan of with since I was a teen. With the support we’ve received from Tucson, I am proud to give back to Tucson by supporting something I know they love: the Wildcats. Bear Down, Arizona!”

“Putting together this sponsorship was so exciting for us,” said Elaine Lee, Office Manager of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. “College sports are so much fun because the athletes really play with their hearts. [And] even though we put these athletes on pedestals and look at them like celebrities, at the end of the day, they’re really just college students. The funds given to Arizona Athletics helps to support these students athletes. It’s so nice to be able partner up and do something that will positively impact Tucson and the people who live, work, eat, and play here. ”

Kevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling, signing sponsorship contract.

Finalists for Readers Choice 2018 Announced

Written by Cummings Plumbing on August 4, 2018. Posted in Company News.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 08/04/2018

Nary Vang, Web Design and Marketing Specialist
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
520-293-6900
naryv@cummingsplumbing.com

Finalists for Readers’ Choice Best of 2018 Announced
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling Receives Nominations for Five Different Categories for this year’s Readers’ Choice Best of 2018 AwardTucson, AZ.: Every year, the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com hold a contest where readers in the community can nominate and vote for their favorite businesses in a variety of different categories. Since the contest started in 2015, over 430,000 votes have been cast for Tucsonans favorite businesses. Last year, Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling was proud to be the recipient of the Readers’ Choice 2017 Award for Best Plumber. This year, the company is up for four categories: Best Plumber, Best Air Conditioning/Heating Service, Most Innovative Workplace, and Best Workplace Culture. In addition, Kevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling, is up for Best Boss. In each category, Cummings joins only two other finalists for the award; which will be announced at the annual awards ceremony on August 29th, 2018.

“I need a minute…” said Kevin Cummings. “When we got the news of the initial nominations, I was already deeply touched and moved. Now, I am humbled and grateful beyond words. Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling has been in our family for six generations. Every day, I wonder if I’m doing the right things and making the right decisions for both the company and my employees. In addition to that, I wonder if the things I’m doing would meet the approval of those who preceded me. With this news, I know that my dad is looking down on me and that he’s beaming with pride and excitement. He was my biggest fan and he was everything to me. My dad left me this company; his legacy. I’m glad that I can make him proud. I am deeply moved when I think about how far we’ve come as a business and of all of our accomplishments. This, of course, would not have happened without the hard work, dedication, and loyalty of all of my employees. They are the ones who make things happen on a daily basis. Then, there’s all of our customers and Tucson. Without them, we wouldn’t be in business. So to everyone, I sincerely want to thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

“I can’t believe it,” said Elaine Lee, Office Manager of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. “I knew that we were up for three categories but I didn’t realize that we’d become finalists for five. That completely took us by surprise. We’ve worked so hard on our brand and image over the last year; to show everyone who we truly are and the kind of company we are. We are focusing on giving back to the community and have made a commitment to education. This tells me that our hard work and efforts are paying off. I’ve known the Cummings family for a very long time and I know that the entire family is just beaming with joy and excitement right now. I also know that they are extremely touched. Tucson, thank you for your commitment and loyalty to us. We love it here and are glad to be a part of such a great community.”

Is Your Water Heater Safe?

Written by Cummings Plumbing on August 1, 2018. Posted in Good to Know, Water Heater.

Don’t miss out on our current month’s special at the bottom of the page.

Is Your Water Heater Safe?

You’re driving along in your car and a little light comes on. The car tells you it’s time to change its oil. What do you do? Most people will either take it to a mechanic to have their car serviced or have a spouse/family/friend do it for them. Your home is going to be the most important purchase you ever make in your life (short of buying a business or something major). What are you doing to maintain it and make sure it’s running the way it should?

Would you ignore the check engine light on your car dashboard? Probably not. The reason is because you don’t want to get stranded somewhere without transportation. However, what would you do if you got home and your water heater exploded? What would you do if you got home and your pipes burst and you faced water damage all over your home? What would you do if your electrical tank backed up into your home?

Imagine that your water heater is like a giant teapot (because it basically is). How quickly the water heats up depends on 4 factors:

The temperature of the water
How much water you’re boiling
How much heat you’re applying
What type of heat you’re applying

These 4 little variables can affect how quickly you have hot water available to you. But these 4 little factors also affect the water heater, how it’s operating, and whether or not it’s safe.

Would you leave a boiling teapot on your stove and leave for the day?

Unfortunately, water heater explosions are a very real thing. There are a variety of reasons why this happens but can mostly be attributed to:

Faulty installation
Lack of maintenance
Leaks and malfunctions

Just like how we talked about the calcification process and the need for water softeners last month, sediment can build up in your water tank. This creates a barrier between the water and the burner. In order to get the water to heat, the burner needs to run longer, which increases the heat inside the tank.

Electrical and gas malfunctions may also exist due to construction, normal wear and tear, and poor installation. As water touches components, if it’s worn out, it may cause electrical shorts. Gas leaks are also a major hazard because they are dangerous if inhaled. Carbon monoxide is not detectable; only natural gas (rotten egg smell). So that also causes an unknown threat.

Your water heater also has a pressure relief valve to help vent out extra pressure (like a teapot). If it’s leaky or if the pressure reaches an extreme level and the valve is faulty and doesn’t work, this could cause the tank to explode.

Now imagine that you are boiling water in a teapot on the stove and you drop it. Imagine how you’d react and how you could be injured. Now, imagine that it happens with your water heater and you have 40 gallons of scalding hot water exploding in every direction. Now, try to imagine the aftermath.

Your water heater should be inspected on an annual basis and flushed out. If for no other reason, for the safety of your family. You have a lot to lose. A simple phone call and FREE plumbing safety inspection (this is a $165 value that we’re giving away for August) can give you the peace of mind that you need.

Call us to come and do a FREE plumbing safety inspection and make recommendations on how to best maintain your home to keep your family safe.

Our August SpecialFor this month only, save $200 when you buy and schedule the installation of your new water heater through Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. Don’t miss out on this special offer.

Again, call us for your FREE plumbing safety inspection today!

PHX: 480-500-1960 or TUS: 520-333-2121

Very prompt & excellent service. Jason in sales was great to explain what could and couldn’t be done with our system. The installers – Marchos and Pedro were fantastic. They worked tirelessly in the 110 heat and replaced the whole system in one day. They were so respectful of us and our property. Did a great job of cleaning up before they left and even checked all the appliances to make sure everything was in order. These guys were an absolute pleasure to have around. THANKS!!

Cummings Flag at Half-staff

Written by Cummings Plumbing on July 27, 2018. Posted in Company News.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 07/27/2018

Nary Vang, Web Design and Marketing Specialist
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
520-293-6900
naryv@cummingsplumbing.com

Cummings Plumbing Flies Flag at Half-staff
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling flies flag at half-staff to honor State Trooper Tyler EdenhoferTucson, AZ.: If you’ve watched the news, browsed your social media account, or have talked to anyone in the public sector, you probably have heard of the tragic events that led to the death of State Trooper Tyler Edenhofer.

“This tragedy is an all too real and heartbreaking reminder of the harm our heroic law enforcement officers face each and everyday for the safety and wellbeing of Arizonans, and for peace in our communities.This morning I ask Arizonans to join me in prayer and reflection; in gratitude for Trooper Edenhofer’s service to our state, for the strength and health of Trooper Dorris, for both of their grieving families, and for all of our brave law enforcement officers who are mourning the loss of one of their own. Arizona stands in support with you all.

“I’ve directed all flags at state buildings be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset tomorrow, Friday, July 27, 2018.” – Governor Doug Ducey, State of Arizona _[1]

Kevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling, had this to say, “We stand in solidarity with the State of Arizona and those who Edenhofer left behind; his fiancee and his mother. This was a tragedy that did not need to happen. There is never a reason for the loss of an innocent life. We are saddened by the events that have occurred and want to let everyone in Tucson know that we are mourning. Everyone here at Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling has had to endure the loss of a family member, loved one, or friend before. Death is not something that escapes us. We know and understand the pain. However, it is always hardest when the loss comes unexpectedly and too soon.”

“He was so young,” said Elaine Lee, Office Manager of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. “I keep reading the online articles and the words Edenhofer’s mother said to the DPS Director Col. Frank Milstead, ‘You just got him,’_[2] keeps ringing in my ears. As a mother, I can only imagine what the family is going through. We want everyone to know that our hearts are with you through this time. We stand in support with you.”

Nominations for Readers’ Choice Best of 2018 Tucson Announced

Written by Cummings Plumbing on July 13, 2018. Posted in Company News.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 07/13/2018

Nary Vang, Web Design and Marketing Specialist
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
520-293-6900
naryv@cummingsplumbing.com

Nominations for Readers’ Choice Best of 2018 Announced
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling Receives Nominations for Three Different Categories for this year’s Readers’ Choice Best of 2018 AwardTucson, AZ.: Every year, the Arizona Daily Star and Tucson.com hold a contest where readers in the community can nominate and vote for their favorite businesses in a variety of different categories. Since the contest started in 2015, over 430,000 votes have been cast for Tucsonans favorite businesses. Last year, Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling was proud to be the recipient of the Readers’ Choice 2017 Award for Best Plumber. This year, the company is up for two categories: Best Plumber and Best Air Conditioning/Heating Service. In addition, Kevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling, is up for Best Boss.

“I’m not even sure what to say,” said Kevin. “Knowing that the clients we serve view us as the best in Tucson is a very humbling feeling. Being nominated for best boss? Wow. All of these nominations reaffirms that the changes we’ve implemented at Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling is paying off in spades. We work really hard as a team to create a company culture that attracts talented individuals who can serve our clients to the highest possible standards. All I can think of to say is, ‘Thank you from the bottom of my heart,’ to everyone who helped make this happen. In my book, regardless of what happens once the contest starts, we’ve already won.”

“We’ve doubled our staff and completely changed how we do business in the matter of a year,” said Elaine Lee, Office Manager of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. “A year ago, we were staring up at a precipice, wondering how we were going to climb it. I look back and am amazed at how far we’ve come. We’ve put in a lot of sweat equity into this company, into our employees, and we’re now doing exciting and great things to give back to our wonderful community. All of this, is in large part, due to the continued support of the Tucson community and our customers. If anything, it’s the community and our wonderful employees that help make great things happen for Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. They all deserve a round of applause.”

Nominations for finalists start on July 15th, 2018 and will run until July 22nd, 2018. Voting begins July 23rd, 2018 and will run until August 1st, 2018. Find out more information about nominations and finalists here: tucson.com/readerschoice

A Tribute to Those who Serve

Written by Cummings Plumbing on July 4, 2018. Posted in Company News.

“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”_[1]

The 4th of July is when our great nation comes together to celebrate our Nation’s independence and pay tribute to all those who fought for us and for our freedom. Today, we want to take a moment in our celebration to give thanks to all of the first responders that serve our nation.

Every day, thousands of first responders put their lives on the line in order to save others. These everyday heroes do their jobs without hesitation; willing to sacrifice themselves to help those in need. It is with the courage of conviction, sureness of self, and a willingness to do what it takes that enables these heroes to run into burning buildings, head towards the line of fire, and put their lives on the line for us. “These heroes have a passion and willingness for helping others,” says Kevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling. “These are values that are instilled in them from previous generations and values that they instill in generations to come.”

In 1910, Jim Cummings (great-great-great-grandfather to Kevin Cummings), served our nation as a firefighter in New York. During this time, firefighters would have to transport water to the fire sites. This transportation process meant minutes wasted transporting water; the difference between saving and losing someone’s home. Jim felt that there had to be a better way. Maybe there could be a solution implemented where they could simply pump water wherever needed. Born from that idea became plumbing, as we know it today.

Jim saw a need to help others. He saw a problem and knew that he needed to help come up with a viable solution. Since then, the Cummings name is associated with plumbing. There are many privately owned Cummings Plumbing companies all over the nation; one still exists in New York today. This is the legacy that Jim left behind…6 generations of plumbers, instilled with the values of helping others, coming up with innovative solutions, and doing whatever is needed to help serve their communities.

Today, Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling in Tucson stands at over 75+ employees, 60+ trucks, and 3 different facilities. We fly our flag proudly, knowing what it took for us to get to where we are today. It has become a symbol of hope, courage, and of the American dream; not just for us but for others in our community as well.

Dear Sir:This is a short note to tell you that I was very impressed with your employee, Chris Miller, when he checked out our HVAC units at our home here in Saddle Brooke. He is well mannered, knowledgeable, helpful, and a real credit to your company. In closing, thank you for flying that large U.S. Flag at your place of business on I-10.

Regards,

Al Melvin
Arizona State Senate 2009-2015

This 4th of July, we encourage you to take a moment to thank those who have served our great nation; in whatever capacity. It is to these heroes that we owe our unalienable rights: our independence. In closing, we want to leave you with this:

…I’m proud to be an American
Where at least I know I’m free
And I won’t forget the men who died
Who gave that right to me
And I’d gladly stand up next to you
And defend Her still today
‘Cause there ain’t no doubt
I love this land
God Bless the U.S.A.^[2]We wish you a happy and safe holiday!

Importance of a Water Softener

Written by Cummings Plumbing on July 2, 2018. Posted in Good to Know.

The Hazards of Hard Water

Hard water is known to be both a nuisance and a major problem to most Arizona homeowners. It affects your skin when you’re bathing, your laundry when you’re doing wash, and your plumbing. It’s especially problematic to your plumbing, not only causing it to look awful, but it is a cause of major plumbing malfunctions.

So what exactly is hard water? Arizona’s water has a higher level of calcium and magnesium in it. This, over time, causes calcification. It’s easy to recognize calcification because you’ll be able to see the rock-like white and green build up on your faucets, spigots, and even in your shower heads.

Believe it or not, this calcification process is responsible for creating stalagmites and stalactites in caves. This same process is happening inside of your pipes on a daily basis.

As you can see from the image, after years of this happening, the opening for water flow becomes so narrow that even something as small as a single square of toilet paper can get caught and cause a major plumbing issue. Unfortunately, this image is not uncommon in Arizona homes.

We often find that calcification in pipes is the culprit for a lot of home plumbing issues. Not only do they cause your pipes to clog, they can puncture the actual pipe, causing lighting to leak into the ground around your home; which is a health hazard for you and your family.

Once this calcification reaches a certain point, the only thing that can be done to reverse it is to do a re-pipe of your home; which will end up costing you thousands of dollars.

Not only is hard water a hazard to your plumbing, it’s also bad for your home in general. Here’s how:

Hard water doesn’t taste very good. Most people who have hard water realize that the water tastes “dirty”. This is because of the extra minerals. To fix this problem, they end up buying bottled water from the store; an additional expense.
It causes clothing to feel rough or scratchy. By adding extra mineral deposits onto clothing, after laundering, the clothing is often left feeling rough and scratchy without the use of some form of fabric softener. Again, the purchase of fabric softener is an additional expense.
Hard water is harsh on the skin. Arizona is already known to be a dry climate because we live in the desert. But hard water just makes it worse; requiring more skin care products, like lotion, to keep our skin soft. More additional expenses.
Hard water can ruin your appliances. Do you have a coffee maker that you use? Ever notice how the appliances never seem to last? That’s because the calcium builds up in those pipes as well, causing malfunctions of expensive appliances. The list of expenses keeps climbing.
Dirty looking dishes. Have you ever washed glasses only to notice water spots and dirty looking plates after they’ve dried? Hard water is the culprit for causing it. To fix this, most people will buy a dishwashing aid rinse (like Jet Dry) or rewash the dishes. Either way, this adds to the ever-climbing expenses to fix the problems that hard water causes.

As you can see, hard water is responsible for a lot of things that happen in your home on a daily basis; all minor inconveniences that you’ve just grown accustomed to. But the biggest problem of all that hard water will cause is the need to re-pipe your home. This will be a major expense; costing you thousands of dollars, time, and inconvenience.

Now that you know what it is, how do you fix it? The solution is simple: a Water Softener.

A water softener replaces the calcium and magnesium in your water with sodium or potassium. The difference between calcium and magnesium ions and sodium or potassium ions is that the sodium and potassium ions do not cause scaling or calcification. The water softener filters and distributes water that is conditioned to provide your home with the best water.

By having a water softener installed, you basically mitigate all of the issues listed above.

Call us to come and do a FREE water analysis and provide you with an estimate on what it would cost to have a water softener installed into your home.

Kenneth and Danny jetted all the waste lines in our house out to the street lighting. They flushed out an unbelievable amount of nasty sludge from under our island kitchen sink. Our house is only 12 years old and we bought it 9 months ago. The slow draining kitchen sink has been an issue since shortly after we moved in. After jetting the waste lines, they scoped the lines with a camera and proved to us the pipes were clear The Cummings Plumbing technicians were extremely professional, clean and thorough.

Earlier that day, we had a nationally-known competing plumbing company out, who told us they put a camera through the lines, and that we had a “belly” in a couple of our pipes–that the original lines probably had not been properly backfilled. (They never actually showed us the video.) They told us that correcting the problem would mean jackhammering up our ceramic tile floor and re-laying the pipes. It turned out, there was no bellying in the pipes at all. And, their estimate for jetting all the waste lines was more than twice what the Cummings estimate was! Turns out that the competing company is “commission based” on their sales, whereas Cummings techs are paid by the hour. I’m SO thankful that our realtor recommended calling Cummings for a second opinion!

Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling Receives Certificate of Commendation

Written by Cummings Plumbing on May 3, 2018. Posted in Company News.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 05/03/2018

Nary Vang, Web Design & Marketing Specialist
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
520-293-6900
naryv@cummingsplumbing.com

Cummings Plumbing Receives Certificate of Commendation
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling receives Certificate of Commendation for Patriotic DisplayTucson, AZ.: On Thursday, May 3rd, Kevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling, received a Certificate of Commendation for Exemplary Patriotism in the display of the Flag of the United States of America from The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution.

In March 2018, Kevin purchased a new flagpole to show his patriotism; a symbol of the American Dream. Since then, the United States flag has flown proudly at Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling; standing at 80′ tall and visible from quite a distance. “I’m going to repeat what I said last time,” said Kevin. “Whenever I drive to our office and see the flag, I’m reminded of what this great country is about: the American dream. It’s about us coming and working together to make something great happen. This nation is the land of freedom and opportunities.”

Elaine Lee, Office Manager of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling, said, “We were really surprised when the representatives of The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution arrived and presented us with this certificate of commendation. We were not expecting it. It’s such an honor to be recognized for doing something that we are proud to do.”

About The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution: In 1876, there were many celebrations to commemorate the centennial of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. As part of this patriotic fervor, a group of men in the San Francisco, California, area who were descendants of patriots involved in the American Revolution, formed an organization called the Sons of Revolutionary Sires. Their objective was to have a fraternal and civic society to salute those men and women who pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to the battle for independence from Great Britain. The Sons of Revolutionary Sires desired to keep alive their ancestors’ story of patriotism and courage in the belief that it is a universal one of man’s struggle against tyranny – a story which would inspire and sustain succeeding generations when they would have to defend and extend our freedoms. Out of the Sons of Revolutionary Sires grew the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, which was organized on April 30, 1889, the one-hundredth anniversary of the inauguration of George Washington as our nation’s first president.

About Old Glory – the Official United States Flag: The U.S. flag is a strong symbol of American identity and national pride. Also called Old Glory, The Star Spangled Banner, or simply The Stars and Stripes, the U.S. flag has a colorful history and has undergone many changes since the first official flag of 1777. The stars are a symbol of the heavens and the goals to which humankind aspires; stripes are symbolic of rays of light from the sun. Thirteen stripes represent the original thirteen colonies that declared independence from England; fifty stars symbolize the current 50 United States. White signifies purity and innocence, red signifies valor and bravery; and blue signifies vigilance, perseverance, and justice.

About Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling: Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling is proud to be one of the largest privately owned and locally operated plumbing and HVAC companies in Arizona. Initially out of New York, Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling opened its doors in Tucson in 1983 and has been proudly serving Tucson residents for the last 34 years. As a 6th generation plumbing business, the professionals at Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling are equipped with a wealth of knowledge and experience that you can trust.

Cummings Plumbing and Baker Brothers Plumbing Acquisition

Written by Cummings Plumbing on April 27, 2018. Posted in Company News.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 04/27/2018

Nary Vang, Web Design & Marketing Specialist
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling
520-293-6900
naryv@cummingsplumbing.com

Cummings Plumbing Makes Acquisition
Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling acquires Baker Brothers Plumbing Heating and CoolingKevin Cummings, Owner of Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling, announced that Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling has acquired Baker Brothers Plumbing Heating and Cooling; effective immediately. The acquisition has been something that Kevin has wanted since October 2017.

“It made good business sense to acquire Baker Brothers Plumbing Heating and Cooling,” said Kevin. “Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling has been growing substantially so we started looking at different business opportunities. We reviewed Baker Brothers’ book of business, their income to debt ratio, their employees’ credentials, and their liabilities. In the end, we decided that this would be a smart and strategic business move for us. Baker Brothers Plumbing Heating and Cooling has been in the Tucson market since 2003 so they have a good saturation here. In addition, they are a top-rated company that focuses on repipes; something I want to concentrate on.”

With this acquisition, Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling gains a company that has 15 years of plumbing experience in the Tucson market, trained office staff and technicians, a fleet of plumbing trucks, and a 5-acre yard/facility in Rillito, AZ. During the transition period, Baker Brothers’ customers (both past and present) may, at their discretion, request Baker Brothers technicians instead of Cummings technicians. “We understand that customers build relationships with their technicians,” said Kevin. “We see that here at Cummings. It’s often that a customer will call us asking for a specific technician to go out to their home; one that they know and trust. We pride ourselves in creating these personal relationships with our customers and do not want to take that away from Baker Brothers’ customers. We are confident, however, that our new Baker Brothers’ family (both employees and customers) will acclimate to the changes as we work hard to both earn and keep their trust, respect, and loyalty.”

As of 5 pm MST today, Baker Brothers’ doors will be officially closed and Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling will take over. All phone calls, website inquiries, and social media will be redirected and handled appropriately. “We are excited about this move,” said Kevin. “The Cummings team is working hard to make everything a smooth and seamless transition for both Baker Brothers’ employees and customers. This new chapter is going to be very good for both us and our customers.”

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About Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling: Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling is proud to be one of the largest privately owned and locally operated plumbing and HVAC companies in Arizona. Initially out of New York, Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling opened its doors in Tucson in 1983 and has been proudly serving Tucson residents for the last 35 years. As a 6th generation plumbing business, the professionals at Cummings Plumbing Heating and Cooling are equipped with a wealth of knowledge and experience that you can trust.