PHCC-National Association

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The PHCC-National Association, formed in 1883, provides legislative advocacy, education and training to approximately 3,300 plumbing and HVACR businesses and 65,000 technicians.
  • 03.04.26

    ACCA and PHCC Poised to Pursue Strategic Collaboration

    FALLS CHURCH, VA (March 4, 2026) — The leading organizations representing plumbing and HVACR contractors in the United States have launched a strategic collaboration as a part of their shared mission to strengthen the contracting industry. As the two most established trade associations in the plumbing, heating, and cooling contracting industry, the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors …

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  • 02.18.26

    PHCC Leaders Unite to Enhance Member Value and Industry Impact

    Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) leaders from across the country came together January 31 in Milwaukee for the PHCC Leadership Summit, a forward-focused gathering designed to strengthen collaboration and alignment across all levels of the association. “By bringing leaders together for meaningful conversation and collaboration, the PHCC Leadership Summit helped lay …

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  • 01.30.26

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    PHCC Announces 2026 Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C.

    The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association (PHCC) is pleased to announce its 2026 Legislative Conference, taking place May 5-6 at the YOTEL in Washington, D.C. Registration is now open for members and fellow industry professionals. This year’s conference — co-hosted with the American Supply Association (ASA) — will bring contractors and industry leaders to Capitol Hill to …

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  • 01.26.26

    PHCC Releases 2026 Industry Environmental Scan Highlighting Key Trends and Opportunities

    January 26, 2026 — The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) has published its Environmental Scan: 2026 Outlook for the P-H-C Industry, offering a strategic overview of critical forces shaping the plumbing, heating, and cooling sectors in the year ahead. “This report helps PHCC and our partners stay ahead of trends affecting our industry,” said PHCC President Jason Pritchard.  …

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  • 01.12.26

    Environmental Scan: 2026 Outlook for the P-H-C Industry

    Key Takeaways: Labor Markets Will Cool in ’26, But P-H-C Demand for Talent Remains Employment growth is expected to continue slowing in 2026 as the unemployment rate approaches 5 percent. However, labor demand among P-H-C businesses is expected to persist as a large share of the workforce nears retirement and the pipeline of younger workers remains thin. Labor shortages continue across the …

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  • 12.23.25

    Catalyst 2026: Riding into the Future

    The premier event for service and repair contractors. Quality Service Contractors (QSC), an enhanced service group of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC), is proud to announce Catalyst 2026: Riding into the Future, taking place March 23–25, 2026, at the Omni Oklahoma City Hotel in Oklahoma City. Catalyst is the premier annual conference for service and repair …

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  • 12.12.25

    PHCC Solutions Magazine Wins Gold MarCom Award

    We are thrilled to announce that PHCC Solutions magazine has earned a Gold MarCom Award for the Spring 2025 issue! This prestigious honor recognizes excellence in marketing and communications — and we are proud that our publication has stood out among entries from around the world. The MarCom Awards, administered by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals, celebrate creative …

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  • 12.09.25

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    PHCC Announces Launch of “Visionary Peer Groups” for Service & Repair Business Owners

    Dec. 9, 2025 — PHCC is excited to unveil its new Visionary Peer Groups — a collaborative, coach-facilitated community designed to help plumbing, heating and cooling (p-h-c) service and repair business owners and general managers navigate challenges, grow their operations, and enhance profitability. Starting in January 2026, members who have signed up will be invited to join small, focused peer …

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  • 11.24.25

    Q&A with Incoming PHCC President Jason Pritchard

    Steve Smith of PHCP Pros recently conducted a Q&A with new PHCC President Jason Pritchard. Please click on the link below to read the full article: Q&A with Incoming PHCC President Jason …

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  • 11.04.25

    Texas Contractor Ashley Stroud Honored as PHCC’s 2025 Plumbing Contractor of the Year

    FALLS CHURCH, Va. (Oct. 31, 2025) – Recognized for outstanding leadership of her team, commitment to workforce development, and dedication to her customers and community, Ashley Stroud of Plumbing Outfitters in Taylor, Texas, has been named the 2025 Plumbing Contractor of the Year by the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Associations (PHCC). Sponsored by Delta Faucet, the award was …

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  • 11.04.25

    Larry Shoemaker of Pennsylvania Named PHCC’s HVAC Contractor of the Year

    FALLS CHURCH, Va. (Oct. 31, 2025) – Recognized for his innovative business practices, dedication to workforce training, and commitment to customer care, Larry Shoemaker of Deluxe Plumbing has been named the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association’s (PHCC) 2025 HVAC Contractor of the Year. The award, sponsored by PHCC Corporate Partner Rheem, was presented during PHCC CONNECT …

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  • 11.04.25

    Valerie Butler of Indiana Named PHCC’s 2025 Plumbing Apprentice of the Year

    FALLS CHURCH, Va. (Oct. 31, 2025) – Already excelling in the plumbing profession while still learning, Valerie Butler was honored recently as the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association’s (PHCC) 2025 Plumbing Apprentice of the Year. Sponsored by Delta Faucet, the award was presented at PHCC CONNECT 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Butler’s path into the trades is one of …

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