Our members enjoy the following benefits:
National Membership – Founded in 1883 PHCC, represents more than 4,000 union and open shop plumbing, heating and cooling contractors across the United States. PHCC of MA members are members of our National Association and have access to all programs, educational sessions, technical and support publications and discounts.
Local Chapter Meetings – Members are encouraged to attend local chapter meetings where information is shared and relationships are established that can prove invaluable to your business. As a member: "you don't have to reinvent the wheel" and "you don't have to be alone out there". Other contractors have been there before and are ready and willing to help you through to the next level.
Legislative/Regulatory Representation – In Massachusetts your association works to better our industry by maintaining an open and honest dialogue with key legislators, the Division of Licensure and the State Board of Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Members are kept up-to-date on code changes and other regulatory issues affecting our industry. On the national level, PHCC has a full time lobbyist working directly with members of Congress on issues critical to our industry. Top priority at this time is affordable health insurance. When important issues arise that affect your business, PHCC is there.
Insurance Plans – Access to specialized insurance programs for PHCC of MA members. A local broker, familiar with our industry, will work with you to present options that will enable you to maximize benefits for insurance dollars spent.
Scholarships – Each year hundreds of thousands of scholarship dollars are awarded to the families of PHCC of MA members through our national association and auxiliary, state association and auxiliary and local chapters.
Education – Free or discounted registration for all PHCC of MA sponsored business education programs and technical education seminars. At the national level PHCC of MA members have access to the best business education programs in the industry as well as access to enhanced programs designed exclusively for PHCC service and commercial contractors and their employees. PHCC of MA is the number 1 provider of continuing education for plumbers and gas fitters. Our classes are offered at convenient locations across the state. Contractor members receive one free class per session and their employees attend at a discounted rate.
PHCC of MA Logo – Our members are professional contractors and may proudly display our logo. When customers see the PHCC of MA logo they can be assured they are seeing "The Best in the Industry".
Customer Referrals – Customers may search for services through our web site or by calling the PHCC of MA office in Braintree.
Publications – Every licensed plumber in the state receives a copy of our award winning New England Progress Magazine. In addition, members receive state and national newsletters keeping them informed on industry related issues and activities. Members also receive an annual Membership Directory which includes important industry phone numbers along with member listings. PHCC of MA publishes the only complete Massachusetts Plumbing and Gas Code book that includes both NFPA codes. Each Contractor member receives one free copy and may purchase copies for their employees at a discount.
Local Chapters
Charles River
President: Kate McDonnell 617.448.6102
Greater Boston
President: Joe Cannistraro 617.926.0092
Mystic Valley
President: Mike Prousalis 617.799.8246
Southeast Mass
President: Dylan Clark 508 326 4171
Membership in PHCC of MA pays many dividends, especially for small contractors. You'll have access to resources, information and training that will keep you on the cutting edge of your trade. Download an application or call our office. Ask if you can speak with one of our members in your area! Find out more:
Click below to download a membership application or call 781.843.3800 x10