HVAC

11.25.24

With the dust finally settled on the 2024 presidential elections, PHCC’s team in Washington has a legislative strategy in place and ready to execute going into the 119th Congress next year. We expect many new opportunities, as well as a few challenges, for our policy priorities: Energy Policy PHCC has made clear prior to November 5 that a Republican administration and Congress would bode well …

11.14.24

CONTRACTOR magazine recently published a recap from John Mesenbrink summarizing the CONNECT 2024 event in Birmingham, Alabama, last month. Read the full article on CONTRACTOR's website to hear what John had to say: PHCC CONNECT 2024: ‘Authentic Connections’ | CONTRACTOR ...

10.21.24

On July 23, 2024, the Vancouver City Council approved a directive that would allow for new homes to once again utilize natural gas for heating and hot water. This action significantly retreats from a more aggressive building electrification policy that the same council approved years earlier that required all new, low-rise residential buildings in the city to utilize only electric HVAC and water …

10.16.24

Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association (PHCC) recently hosted CONNECT 2024 from October 7-10, where forward-focused plumbing and HVAC contractors came together for an engaging experience. This year’s theme, “Authentic ...

10.15.24

A passionate teacher committed to students pursuing a career in the HVAC profession, Jon Conaway received the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association's (PHCC’s) 2024 HVAC Instructor of the Year award, presented this week at PHCC CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. The award is

10.15.24

With a commitment to quality, innovation, and superior customer service, Sarah Wood received the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association’s (PHCC’s) 2024 HVAC Contractor of the Year Award. Wood, owner of Allegiance Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., in Santee, California, was honored this week at PHCC’s annual conference – PHCC CONNECT 2024 – in Birmingham, Alabama. PHCC …

10.15.24

Demonstrating a strong work ethic and passion for the HVAC profession, Alex Phrommany of South Dakota received the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association’s (PHCC's) 2024 HVAC Apprentice of the Year Award. PHCC Corporate Partner Rheem sponsored the award, which was presented this week during PHCC CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. Encouraged to pursue the trades by his, …

10.15.24

2024 PHCC—National Awards 2024 Col. George D. Scott Award: Keith Bienvenu, Bienvenu Brothers, New Orleans, Louisiana 2024 Plumbing Contractor of the Year (sponsored by Delta Faucet Co.): Vincent “Trey” Giglio, III, Universal Plumbing, Shreveport, Louisiana 2024 HVAC Contractor of the Year (sponsored by Rheem): Sarah Wood, Allegiance Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., Santee, California

09.26.24

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is a piece of federal legislation that was signed into law by President Joe Biden over two years ago. While not necessarily indicated by its name, the IRA is touted by its supporters as the largest investment in clean energy in American history. As it relates to home appliances, one main program in the IRA that contractors and installers should know about is the …

09.20.24

Plumbing and HVACR apprentice contests in Birmingham are set to showcase top talent this year. September 2024 – A strong line-up of top apprentices will have their opportunity to shine at the PHCC Educational Foundation’s National Plumbing and HVACR apprentice contests. This two-day competition will