Misperception: Unions aren't important to our communities as a whole.

FACT: Union members and the contractors they work for are directly involved in building and maintaining the economic health of all of our communities around the state.

Our dedicated workforce invests both time and resources to help our communities grow, keeping them economically sound. But more than that, our plumbers, pipefitters, sprinklerfitters, and HVACR Service Techs keep us safe, healthy, protected, and comfortable.

The Illinois Pipe Trades is working to correct any misperceptions our communites may have. We encourage you to look through this site to learn the FACTS!

And, while you're at it, take a few seconds and listen to Rick Terven, Director of Political and Legislative Affairs, as he shares a bit about the passion that the members of the pipe trades have for their communities around the state.