eNews
Industry News
Management—How Do You Do It?
  
Managing, or owning, a plumbing/HVAC company is sort of like herding cats. If you’re the go-to guy or the boss your sphere of influence, and the decision making power that comes with it, is pretty large. Even if you manage only one part of a company and interact with other managers, you’ve got to have intimate knowledge of just about every aspect of your company and integrate that knowledge with your area of responsibility. How do you do it?
HR Question of the Month: Sexual Harassment, Termination Meeting – Employer Rights?
  
We are in the process of terminating an employee for a sexual harassment charge by a fellow employee. Here are the highlights of the claim/reason for termination: over a several month period this male employee made at least five inappropriate sexual comments to a female employee starting on her first day working here. All of the comments have been documented by the female employee on a sexual harassment form. 
15 Reasons You Need Social Media
  
Social media is one of the best ways to connect with fans and potential customers. If you don’t have a presence on the main networks (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), you’re missing out on an audience that’s ready and willing to connect with your brand. Here are 15 reasons every small (medium or large, too) business should have a social media presence.
Chasing Excellence is a Journey
  
Pursuing excellence in business and life is like a never-ending road trip. There are some great stops along the way, some detours and unexpected changes, but the journey never ends. The biggest problem most of us run into in life and business is assuming that we are pursuing a destination.
6 Hard Truths For Leaders
  
As a service business owner, you’ve got a lot on your plate. You’re juggling marketing, hiring, financials, and somewhere in there you have to manage your team. The good news is: if you manage your team effectively, you’ll have a high-performance team of thoroughbred A-players who crush it for you every single day. The bad news is: if you don’t manage your team effectively you’ll struggle with a weak team that doesn’t live up to your expectations and constantly frustrates you.
   
Chicago Faucets, a Geberit company
   
Health Benefit Plans For PHCC Members
  
Main Street Health Group brings PHCC members together as one large group to obtain affordable employee benefits. Take advantage of this opportunity!
Estimate Your Plumbing Bids Faster and Easier
FastEst, Inc.
Improve your estimating with the award-winning FastPIPE® Estimating Software. Includes numerous features to make your estimating process more efficient. From a fully customizable Quick Pick Menu, to a comprehensive master catalog that includes over 200,000 items, FastPIPE® Estimating Software is a must for accurate and quick estimates.  User-friendly and easy to install, and the customer support is second to none. 
Learn More
Advertisement
   
Bradford White Corporation
      
Federated Insurance
   
M18 FUEL Pipe Threader w/ ONE-KEY
Milwaukee Tool
Milwaukee® has developed the industry’s first cordless pipe threader. The M18 FUEL™ Pipe Threader w/ ONE-KEY™ revolutionizes the pipe threading process by delivering unprecedented control for the user. With AUTOSTOP™ technology, which senses severe kickback and automatically shuts the tool off, a dedicated support arm to hold the tool stationary during threading, and an integrated die head lock that enables side-grip thread starts, this new tool redefines the threading experience.
To Learn More
Advertisement
Education
Fall 2019 November-December Classroom Course Schedule
  
This course is designed to help Plumbing Contractors fulfill their continuing education requirements with the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners. Fulfills the TSBPE 6 Hr Cont Ed requirement for 2019-2020 (registrations and licenses expiring Sept 30, 2019-Aug 31, 2020).
Legislative Updates
PHCC Amarillo Chapter Meeting for RMPs and Owners: October 30, 2019
  
The Governor of Texas gave us the reprieve of two more years...what happens next?
 
Come join us for this informative session to learn what is happening currently and what YOU can do to help as we approach the 2021 Legislative Session.
Plumbers Town Hall Meeting Dallas: November 5, 2019
  
Legislative Session ‐Outcome / Plumbing Law / TSPBE; What Happened; Where are we now and what are our options; Feedback from plumbers: opportunity to provide input regarding future discussions with Governor Greg Abbott; and What action can you take TODAY?
   
Taco Comfort Solutions
   
Membership
Key Legislative Issues Need Your Voice!
  
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of Texas witnessed some of the most tumultuous decision making at the Texas State Capitol this year. At the close of the 2021 should there be no legislation passed to maintain statewide licensing of plumbing, the plumbers in Texas will lose this valuable designation in their occupations!
Upcoming Events
10-HR OSHA Houston: 11/7/19 & 11/8/19
Everyone completing this course receives a wallet card from OSHA good for 3 years and certificate of completion. This course is a proven money saving approach to OSHA approved training, meeting General Contractor’s requirements. PHCC Texas is approved by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners to teach OSHA for those sitting for the Tradesman or Journeyman Exam.
8-Hr Residential PLBG Code Houston: 11/7/19 & 11/8/19
Must attend both days for full credit. 8-Hr Residential Plbg Code (IRC) is required by the Texas State Plumbing Board for those planning on taking the Tradesman or Journeyman's license exam (Section 363.12). PHCC Texas is a state authorized provider of this training and issues the necessary certificate for scheduling the exam with TSBPE.
18-Hr Commercial PLBG Code Houston: 11/9/19 & 11/10/19
18-Hr Commercial Plbg Code (UPC, IPC, Fuel Gas) is required by the Texas State Plumbing Board for those planning on taking the Journeyman's license exam (Section 363.12). PHCC is a TSBPE authorized provider of this training. 1 Hr each day for lunch on your own.
Benefits
$113,000 Awarded to the Foundation’s 2019 Scholarship Winners
  
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation is proud to announce the winners of 2019 scholarships awarded through the Foundation.