https://www.phcppros.com/rss en-us This the association’s annual recognition of the contractors, service managers, and volunteers whose work sets the standard for professionalism in the HVACR industry. This the association’s annual recognition of the contractors, service managers, and volunteers whose work sets the standard for professionalism in the HVACR industry.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23917 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:11:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23917-nominations-open-for-acca-2027-awards-of-excellence Nominations Open for ACCA 2027 Awards of Excellence.jpg The appointment represents a key investment in USGBC’s strategy to transform how buildings and communities are designed, built, and operated to save energy, reduce waste, and improve occupant health. The appointment represents a key investment in USGBC’s strategy to transform how buildings and communities are designed, built, and operated to save energy, reduce waste, and improve occupant health.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23915 Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:01:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23915-usgbc-appoints-david-purcell-as-chief-marketing-officer USGBC Appoints David Purcell as Chief Marketing Officer.jpg Bibbee brings more than 20 years of commercial and operations leadership experience in industrial supply distribution. Bibbee brings more than 20 years of commercial and operations leadership experience in industrial supply distribution.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23893 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:01:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23893-national-institute-of-building-sciences-promotes-catheren-gill-to-vice-president-of-strategic-programs-and-services AD Appoints Shannon Bibbee as President of National Accounts.jpg Ripley PR has been named a silver winner in the TITAN American Business Awards’ Outstanding PR Campaign category for its work with Reins. Ripley PR has been named a silver winner in the TITAN American Business Awards’ Outstanding PR Campaign category for its work with Reins.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23888 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:24:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23888-ripley-pr-wins-silver-at-inaugural-2026-titan-american-business-awards Ripley PR Wins Silver at Inaugural 2026 TITAN American Business Awards.jpg My house has a living room with a vaulted ceiling and a loft area above it. That means in summer, the temperatures can get a little uneve So out of curiosity, I asked ChatGPT a simple question My house has a living room with a vaulted ceiling and a loft area above it. That means in summer, the temperatures can get a little uneve So out of curiosity, I asked ChatGPT a simple question

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23854 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23854-why-some-contractors-show-up-in-ai-answers-and-others-dont iStock-2220668576.jpg Most of the plumbing contractors I know got into the business because they love the trade itself. They enjoy working with their hands. They are passionate about problem-solving. They like making a difference in the lives of their customers. Most of the plumbing contractors I know got into the business because they love the trade itself. They enjoy working with their hands. They are passionate about problem-solving. They like making a difference in the lives of their customers.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23852 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23852-how-standard-operating-procedures-save-time-and-avoid-costly-mistakes iStock-2243016790.jpg The alliance combines industry-leading technology, digital capabilities and luxury showroom expertise to help independent businesses compete and grow. The alliance combines industry-leading technology, digital capabilities and luxury showroom expertise to help independent businesses compete and grow.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23864 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:36:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23864-current-distribution-group-luxury-products-group-announce-new-alliance-to-strengthen-independent-retailers Current Distribution Group Luxury Products Group Announce New Alliance to Strengthen Independent Retailers.jpg Contractor Commerce teams with Mediagistic to help home service companies convert more customers online. Contractor Commerce teams with Mediagistic to help home service companies convert more customers online.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23861 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:14:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23861-contractor-commerce-partners-with-mediagistic Contractor Commerce Partners With Mediagistic.jpg The designation recognizes the company's ability to implement and optimize Salesforce for industrial organizations. The designation recognizes the company's ability to implement and optimize Salesforce for industrial organizations.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23830 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:51:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23830-salesprocess360-becomes-certified-salesforce-partner SalesProcess360 Becomes Certified Salesforce Partner.jpg Infinity Drain redefines its digital presence with a streamlined, design-centric website to simplify specification. Infinity Drain redefines its digital presence with a streamlined, design-centric website to simplify specification.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23810 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:33:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23810-infinity-drain-launches-newly-redesigned-website Infinity Drain Launches Newly Redesigned Website.jpg For years, search has been one of the most reliable ways for customers to find information about services, products and companies. When someone needed an answer, they typed a question into Google. They scanned the results. They clicked a link. If your company had useful website content, strong keywords and credible backlinks, you were more likely to show up on the results page. For years, search has been one of the most reliable ways for customers to find information about services, products and companies. When someone needed an answer, they typed a question into Google. They scanned the results. They clicked a link. If your company had useful website content, strong keywords and credible backlinks, you were more likely to show up on the results page.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23804 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23804-why-credibility-now-shapes-how-phcp-brands-are-found iStock-2252530183.jpg Sonnhalter announces with great sadness the passing of its founder, C. John Sonnhalter. Sonnhalter announces with great sadness the passing of its founder, C. John Sonnhalter.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23791 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:45:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23791-sonnhalter-honors-the-life-and-legacy-of-founder-john-sonnhalter Sonnhalter Honors the Life and Legacy of Founder John Sonnhalter.jpg Tradespeople can now search any address before quoting a job and see what other contractors experienced there, with over 1,000 contractor sign-ups during soft launch. Tradespeople can now search any address before quoting a job and see what other contractors experienced there, with over 1,000 contractor sign-ups during soft launch.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23776 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:56:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23776-jobsite-recon-officially-launches JobSite Recon Officially Launches.jpg Founder Bruce Wiseman to move into the role of executive chairman as the company strengthens its leadership team for long-term growth. Founder Bruce Wiseman to move into the role of executive chairman as the company strengthens its leadership team for long-term growth.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23764 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:26:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23764-bdr-names-ryan-farris-as-new-ceo BDR Names Ryan Farris as New CEO.jpg The new tier provides appointment-setting, integrated payment processing and online booking page and more. The new tier provides appointment-setting, integrated payment processing and online booking page and more.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23739 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:02:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23739-serviceforge-launches-free-scheduling-booking-and-payments-for-every-trade-contractor-in-the-us ServiceForge Launches Free Scheduling, Booking and Payments for Every Trade Contractor in the U.S..jpg The offer is available for valued wholesale channel partners and their customers. The offer is available for valued wholesale channel partners and their customers. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23721 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:53:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23721-a-o-smith-launches-summer-promotion-with-participating-wholesale-partners A. O. Smith Launches Summer Promotion with Participating Wholesale Partners.jpg A few years ago, we had water seeping up through our driveway. Given my career history, I like to think I know a little bit about plumbing, but this was a mystery. It happened every time it rained, but the seeping water lasted for days after the rain stopped. A few years ago, we had water seeping up through our driveway. Given my career history, I like to think I know a little bit about plumbing, but this was a mystery. It happened every time it rained, but the seeping water lasted for days after the rain stopped.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23702 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23702-how-to-show-up-in-ai-search iStock-2233579000.jpg Every plumbing contractor knows what it’s like to have a technician who stands out from the crowd on day one, immediately demonstrating immense talent and limitless potential. Every plumbing contractor knows what it’s like to have a technician who stands out from the crowd on day one, immediately demonstrating immense talent and limitless potential. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23700 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23700-why-your-best-technicians-dont-want-to-become-managers PHCN0726_leadership career path.jpg If you search the Internet for the definition of the word “business,” you’ll find a version of this idea: “Business is an organization that provides goods and services to the community in exchange for money, with the goal of becoming profitable.” If you search the Internet for the definition of the word “business,” you’ll find a version of this idea: “Business is an organization that provides goods and services to the community in exchange for money, with the goal of becoming profitable.”

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23699 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23699-the-spirit-of-business iStock-2273427890.jpg Industrial cooling safety is entering a new era shaped by stricter environmental requirements, new refrigerants, and rising expectations for equipment safety under real operating conditions. Industrial cooling safety is entering a new era shaped by stricter environmental requirements, new refrigerants, and rising expectations for equipment safety under real operating conditions.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23635 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23635-engineering-first-safety-for-industrial-cooling-with-no-compromise Engineering First Safety for Industrial Cooling — With No Compromise.jpg Since launching the initiative in 2010, Sonnhalter’s Tool Drive has raised $603,000 in donations to support Habitat’s mission of providing safe, affordable housing opportunities throughout Northeast Ohio. Since launching the initiative in 2010, Sonnhalter’s Tool Drive has raised $603,000 in donations to support Habitat’s mission of providing safe, affordable housing opportunities throughout Northeast Ohio.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23634 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:16:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23634-sonnhalter-continues-tradition-with-17th-annual-tool-drive-supporting-greater-cleveland-habitat-for-humanity Sonnhalter Continues Tradition With 17th Annual Tool Drive Supporting Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity.jpg Watts has announced the appointment of Rich Gardner as senior product manager for shutoff valves, connections, and plumbing specialties for the Americas. Watts has announced the appointment of Rich Gardner as senior product manager for shutoff valves, connections, and plumbing specialties for the Americas.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23569 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:21:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23569-watts-appoints-rich-gardner-to-senior-product-manager-role Watts Appoints Rich Gardner to Senior Product Manager Role.jpg Most plumbing businesses invest in fairly predictable marketing: Google Search ads, a Facebook or Instagram presence, maybe a yard sign at a job site and a wrapped truck. Most plumbing businesses invest in fairly predictable marketing: Google Search ads, a Facebook or Instagram presence, maybe a yard sign at a job site and a wrapped truck.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23536 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23536-plumbers-can-now-advertise-on-tv-heres-how-to-do-it-right iStock-835487318.jpg Discover how AI search is reshaping how homeowners find contractors, and why digital PR must lead the strategy to build crucial online credibility and authority. Discover how AI search is reshaping how homeowners find contractors, and why digital PR must lead the strategy to build crucial online credibility and authority.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23534 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23534-why-plumbing-companies-need-an-ai-search-strategy-and-why-digital-pr-should-lead-it iStock-2221582522.jpg Discover how mechanical contractor Cox Engineering uses creative social media marketing to bridge communication gaps, build trust, and successfully recruit the next generation of tradespeople. Discover how mechanical contractor Cox Engineering uses creative social media marketing to bridge communication gaps, build trust, and successfully recruit the next generation of tradespeople.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23532 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23532-scroll-post-engage-promote-hire Best Photos-7.jpg How three generations of McLaren reps built an enduring family legacy by prioritizing deep relationships and unmatched tenure in a rapidly changing industry. How three generations of McLaren reps built an enduring family legacy by prioritizing deep relationships and unmatched tenure in a rapidly changing industry.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23510 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23510-the-storytellers-of-the-supply-chain-three-generations-of-mclaren-reps PHOTO - ProLineBK Team.jpg A practical look at the everyday habits and emotional needs driving supplier loyalty—and how counter teams can keep earning that choice every morning. A practical look at the everyday habits and emotional needs driving supplier loyalty—and how counter teams can keep earning that choice every morning.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23505 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23505-14-reasons-why-customers-stop-and-shop-at-your-location TW0626_PHCP contractor tools and equipment.jpg The free virtual event on June 4 will feature AI education, Spanish-language programming, major product updates, and recognition of the next generation of trades leaders. The free virtual event on June 4 will feature AI education, Spanish-language programming, major product updates, and recognition of the next generation of trades leaders.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23522 Thu, 28 May 2026 10:34:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23522-housecall-pro-unveils-platform-redesign-at-built-to-last-spring-summit-2026 Housecall Pro Unveils Platform Redesign at Built to Last Spring Summit 2026.jpg Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Eastern Energy Expo welcomed more than 3,800 attendees and 215 exhibitors to Mohegan Sun, marking one of the show’s most successful events to date. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Eastern Energy Expo welcomed more than 3,800 attendees and 215 exhibitors to Mohegan Sun, marking one of the show’s most successful events to date.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23513 Wed, 27 May 2026 11:55:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23513-eastern-energy-expo-records-successful-show Eastern Energy Expo Records Successful Show.jpg The updated brand brings together plumbing, electrical and air conditioning services under one clear identity. The updated brand brings together plumbing, electrical and air conditioning services under one clear identity. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23433 Tue, 12 May 2026 15:09:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23433-fluid-plumbing-electrical-and-air-conditioning-launches-new-brand Fluid Plumbing, Electrical & Air Conditioning Launches New Brand .jpg