Misperception: Becoming a union contractor will complicate my life and I’ll lose control of my business.

FACT: The Illinois Pipe Trades Association is committed to uncomplicating your life and helping you grow your business!

Just ask the over 1,500 mechanical contractors who trust us to provide:

An unlimited, highly skilled workforce – you can adjust the size of your crew depending on the size of the job.

Human resources support – IPTA covers staffing, workers’ health insurance, pension, and training, so you can focus on your business.

The best training programs in the industry – five year apprenticeships and ongoing educational opportunities mean your workforce is better trained and safer than non-union labor.

A safe and drug-free workforce that increases productivity and holds down insurance costs.

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Also, please take a few seconds to listen to Art Kavanaugh, President of Kavanaugh Plumbing, talk about how a safe and drug-free workforce impacts his bottom line and grows his business.