Legislative Representation
PHCC has a full-time Government Relations Director representing contractors’ interests on Capitol Hill. Current
issues include:
- Lead Paint Rule
- Affordable Care Act
- Workforce Guidelines for the Federal Weatherization Assistance Program
PHCC VA has a state Legislative Committee that oversees our legislative activities and represents contactors’ interests in Richmond. Current issues
include:
- Code and License renewal cycles
- Continuing Education for Tradesmen
- Review of Contractor & Tradesman Regulations
Information
At the national level, members have access to vital industry information through:
- PHCC Online and Connection
- 800 Numbers
- Web site at www.phccweb.org
- Contractor Resource Center
- Contractor Locator
In Virginia, members have access to additional industry information through:
- IMAGE magazine
- Monthly E-newsletter
- Mentoring program
- 800 Numbers
- Web site at www.pmpv.org
- PHCC VA Resource Book
Business Building Tools
- Labor Calculator
- Partners For Professionalism (co-branded professional grade products with extended warranties, enhanced features and benefits)
Networking
Members have a variety of networking opportunities around Virginia and around the country. Here are just a few:
- PHCC Annual Convention
- PHCC Legislative Event
- PHCC VA Annual Meeting
- Local Membership Meetings & Events
Education & Training
At the national level, members can take advantage of several business management programs such as:
- Online plumbing and HVAC apprenticeship
- Essentials and Advanced Project Management Course
- Kohler/PHCC Educational Foundation Seminar Series
- Web Based Training
Virginia contractors have numerous training opportunities around the state in conjunction with PHCC
VA including:
- Apprenticeship Instruction
- Continuing Education Code Classes
- Backflow Certification Classes
- Specialized Technical Training
- Specialized Business Management Training
Tool Box Catalog
PHCC VA members have access to the PHCC Tool Box including:
- Business Management and Technical Products
- Member Discounts
- Logos and Promotional Materials
Enhanced Service Groups
Contractors wanting additional opportunities in their niche markets can take advantage of PHCC’s Enhanced Service Groups including:
- Quality Service Contractors (QSC)
- Construction Contractors Alliance (CCA)
- Union Affiliated Contractors (UAC)
Money-Saving Group Programs
- Aramark Work Apparel and Uniform Services
- ExxonMobil Fleet Card
- Bank of America Credit Card
- Hudson Ink Marketing Services
- ConsensusDocs
- Business & Group Insurance
- Enterprise Fleet Services
- Equiguard Warranties
- Chrysler Group Incentive Program
- Partners for Professionalism
- Marketing Hardware Web Design
- TradeWraps