Business Management

05.13.25

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) ...

04.23.25

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 …

04.17.25

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 ...

04.17.25

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 …

04.10.25

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 ...

04.09.25

Natalie Forster from Plumbing and Mechanical recently posted an article on their site, highlighting ...

04.08.25

Alright folks, let’s talk about safety. I get it – most of us would rather be talking about the latest tools or a great install we just did. But here’s the deal: safety isn’t just another checkbox, it’s what keeps us in business and gets everyone home at the end of the day. And as PHCC contractors, it’s on us to lead the charge.

02.27.25

After years of consideration, DOE announced on January 17, 2025, that they would be withdrawing their proposed rule to increase the minimum energy efficiency performance standards for residential boilers. As it related to gas-fired hot water boilers, the Department had previously proposed, in August 2023, that these products meet or exceed an Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) of 95%. …

02.20.25

Economic forecasting is essential for p-h-c contracting businesses as it allows them to plan for market fluctuations, manage costs, and make informed strategic decisions. By analyzing economic trends such as inflation, interest rates, and construction activity, businesses can anticipate demand for new installations, retrofits, and maintenance services, and determine when to invest in expansion, …

01.16.25

"Leadership is like going to the gym. It’s easy to status quo your way through." Leave it to a Navy commander to compare effective leadership to a physical workout, but Mary Kelly – who also is a best-selling author and was a keynoter at PHCC’s CONNECT conference in October – knows that, in today’s fast-paced environment, if you’re not actively improving and thinking bigger, you’re inadvertently …