PHCC Connect Draws Record Crowd in 2026
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association's annual conference drew its highest attendance in years, with awards presented to industry leaders.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Local Services
The PHCC Connect conference held in 2026 recorded its highest attendance in years, featuring more than 20 educational sessions and a two-day Product & Technology Showcase. The event carried the theme "Building Community. Advancing the Industry."
Why it matters
Strong turnout at the conference signals sustained engagement among contractors across the country with industry education, peer networking and new equipment. The awards highlight workforce development and leadership within the plumbing, heating and cooling trades.
The conference featured more than 20 educational sessions and a two-day Product & Technology Showcase, with attendance at its highest level in years. Specific headcount figures and comparison baselines were not disclosed.
The players
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC)
A national trade association representing plumbing, heating and cooling contractors, which hosts the annual Connect conference and presents industry awards.
Eddie Hollub
A PHCC past president and president of Modern Plumbing and Air Conditioning in Pasadena, Texas, who received the 2026 Colonel George D. Scott Award.
The details
Connect 2026 included a networking event for women in the industries, along with interactive discussions and opportunities to meet manufacturers. Eddie Hollub received the 2026 Colonel George D. Scott Award, while Worley's Home Services of Yorktown, Virginia, won HVAC Contractor of the Year.
Timeline
2025: Nathaniel Magner placed third in the ServiceTitan Elite Trades Championship apprentice division.
2026: Connect conference held with its highest attendance in years.
Oct. 25-28, next year: Next Connect conference planned in Fort Worth, Texas.
Industry Landscape
The PHCC Connect conference is an annual gathering in the plumbing, heating and cooling trades that brings together contractors, manufacturers and trainers. The 2026 edition's strong turnout reflects continued demand for peer networking and workforce training in the sector.
Homeowners who rely on plumbing, heating and cooling contractors may benefit as trade education and new product training spread through the industry. Contractors attending the conference gain access to updated equipment and technology before making purchasing decisions.
The takeaway
Attending industry conferences and training programs can help contractors stay current on equipment and workforce standards. Homeowners seeking service can ask providers about certifications and ongoing training.
What happens next
The next Connect conference is scheduled for Oct. 25-28 in Fort Worth, Texas.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The ACHR NEWS.
