Service and Repair
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PHCC CONNECT Delivers a Successful Conference Experience in Birmingham
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 ...
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Federal and State IRA Rebate Programs Preparing for Take Off
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 …
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News out of New Mexico: QSC’s Eric Maxon and Marina Efroymson Receive New Mexico Humanitarian Award
Congratulations to PHCC members Marina Efroymson and Eric Maxon for receiving The Harold B. Albert Jewish Community Service Award. The New Mexico Humanitarian Award, founded in 2008, has become a tradition in New Mexico, recognizing individuals who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to humanitarianism. This year’s event honored distinguished New Mexicans whose contributions span …
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Education Program Announced for CONNECT 2024
Premier education exposure and opportunities for all attendees at CONNECT 2024. FALLS CHURCH, Va. – August 2024 – The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) reveals educational programming including knowledge, technology and podcast hubs, for CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. With over 20 education sessions, CONNECT will cover relevant topics...
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More States Looking to Policies to Outlaw Natural Gas
Since the City of Berkeley passed an ordinance that prohibited natural gas hookups to newly constructed homes in 2019, the future of natural gas as a building fuel source has been a hotly debated topic in our industry. Indeed, Berkeley was followed by dozens of other California communities that adopted similar policies, and Washington State even enacted residential and commercial building codes …
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Keynote Speakers Announced for CONNECT 2024
Leading experts, Jeff Butler and Mary Kelly, to speak at CONNECT 2024. FALLS CHURCH, Va. – July 2024 – Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association (PHCC) unveils Jeff Butler and Mary Kelly as the keynote speakers for CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama, October 7-10, at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. Jeff Butler is a workplace strategist, who has offered expertise to …
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DOE Final Rule on Commercial Water Heater Efficiency Standards Takes Effect in 2026
Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a Final Rule for energy conservation standards for residential water heaters. While this topic has understandably caught the attention of many in our industry who are still working on examining and analyzing the document, it in some ways serves as a reminder that DOE has already finalized energy conservation standards for …
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PHCC CONNECT 2024 Conference: A Stage for Forming Authentic Connections
Plumbing and HVAC contractors are encouraged to register for event held on Oct. 7-10, 2024. FALLS CHURCH, Va. (May 13, 2024) — Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC), invites plumbing and HVAC contractors to make plans now to be part of PHCC CONNECT 2024.
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CARB Proposes a Statewide Zero Emission Space and Water Standard
On February 28, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) put forth a landmark proposal to require all space and water heater equipment sold in the state of California to meet zero-emissions by a set date. The proposal comes on the heels of the Zero-NOx space and water heating standards adopted by Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) in March 2023, and recent Zero-NOx water heating …
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Proposed HFC Refrigerant Regulations Threaten Regulatory Stability
At the beginning of this year, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) proposed amendments to how the state regulates HFC refrigerant gasses that are contained within appliances. While other states have been content to largely follow the lead established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on regulating these substances, DEC’s proposal represents an …
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