Business Management
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New Federal Policies Potentially Change Appliance Incentive Landscape
Since taking office earlier this year, the Trump Administration has not been shy about his disdain for some federal appliance energy efficiency incentives and programs, as well as how they would like to reduce or eliminate them altogether. With the United States House of Representatives approving the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), one key residential appliance tax incentive that was …
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PHCC Insurance, Safety & Risk Management Committee Update
For many years, PHCC and Corporate Partner Federated Insurance have had a joint Insurance Safety and Risk Management Committee (IS&RM). Made up of contractors, a PHCC state executive, PHCC National staff, and a representative from Federated Insurance, this committee provides a nationwide view of the broad exposure to the everyday risks of business owners. The committee meets virtually in the …
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Empower Your Customers in the Price vs. Cost Conversation
As a contractor in the plumbing and HVACR industries, your interactions with customers are pivotal both in delivering solutions and educating them about making savvy financial choices ...
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Keynote Speakers Announced for CONNECT 2025
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association (PHCC) reveals ...
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PHCC Contractors Make Major Impact During 2025 Legislative Conference
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) successfully concluded its 2025 Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., on May 21, with a day of critical advocacy efforts that will benefit contractors across the country. More than 100 PHCC members, chapter leaders, and ...
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A Wake-Up Call: Addressing Mental Health in Construction
The construction industry faces a staggering challenge: it has one of the highest suicide rates among all professions, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ...
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Budget Reconciliation Sets Stage for Big Beautiful Bill, Contractors Need to Come to Washington!
On April 10, Congress agreed to a budget resolution that will serve as the template for comprehensive legislation embodying the Republican majority’s policy priorities, which will include reform of current U.S. tax policy. Since passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA), many PHCC members report that they have benefited or stand to benefit from TCJA policies such as higher estate tax …
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Leading Your Business Through Uncertain Times: How PHCC Can Help
The economic climate has become increasingly unpredictable, with news this month of stock market fluctuations and tariff discussions affecting plumbing and HVAC contractors. PHCC is ...
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10 Tips to Delivering Stellar Customer Experiences
Delivering exceptional customer experiences is essential to your success. A great customer experience can set your contracting business apart from competitors, foster customer loyalty, and lead to repeat business and referrals. Here’s how prosperous businesses deliver stellar customer experiences: Fast Response Time and Frequent Communication • Quick Response Times: Customers expect timely …
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PHCC’s CONNECT 2025 Conference: Growth Through Collaboration
Plumbing and HVAC contractors are invited to register for CONNECT 2025, taking place from October 27-30, 2025. FALLS CHURCH, Va. – April 2025 – Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association (PHCC), encourages plumbing and HVAC contractors to make plans now to ...
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