Snarsca

What Snarsca does

SNARSCA (Southern Nevada Air Conditioning Refrigeration Service Contractors Association) is a Nevada-based nonprofit trade association founded in 1978 that serves HVACR contractors, suppliers, distributors, and aspiring professionals across the state. Its core offering is a membership program that provides access to monthly networking luncheons, mentoring groups, educational and certification training, government relations and advocacy, a Code of Ethics with mandatory 10-hour OSHA training, and a structured 10-Step Growth Model for contractor business development. The association also runs community-facing programs such as Mission Cool Off and the Gifting You a Cool Day AC giveaway, alongside an annual scholarship program at the College of Southern Nevada.

The organization's technology footprint is modest: it operates a WordPress-based marketing website and uses Wild Apricot as a member-facing portal for logins, online renewals, event registration, and resource distribution. There is no public API, no proprietary software platform, and no disclosed data products. Member services are delivered through a combination of this digital infrastructure and in-person events held in Southern Nevada.

SNARSCA's business model is a recurring membership dues model, supplemented by sponsorship revenue from suppliers and distributors (e.g., Johnstone Supply, Ferguson HVAC, National Technical Institute) and affiliate partner relationships (e.g., BYXL, EGIA). Pricing is not publicly disclosed; prospective members are routed through a phone line and website inquiry form. The association has approximately 50+ contractor members and reports 300+ years of collective industry knowledge across its membership. Geographic scope is limited to Nevada, with operational headquarters in Las Vegas.

Name

Snarsca

Legal name

Southern Nevada Air Conditioning Refrigeration Service Contractors Association

Website

https://snarsca.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

SNARSCA is a nonprofit HVAC trade association founded in 1978 that serves 50+ HVACR contractors, suppliers, and professionals in Nevada through membership-based networking, education, advocacy, and community programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Trade Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC Installation & Service (Residential & Commercial) (EDAOACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Training, Workshops & Certification Events (MPAGAGAJ), Plumbing (Residential & Commercial) (EDAOACAA)

Keywords

• HVAC trade association
• Contractor education training
• Industry networking events
• HVAC scholarship programs
• HVACR advocacy support

Headquarters

HQ city

Las Vegas

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: SNARSCA generates revenue through annual membership dues from HVACR contractors, suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, and service providers in Nevada. The association offers different membership categories including contractor members and affiliate partners.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SNARSCA is a Nevada-based nonprofit HVAC trade association that sells annual memberships to HVACR contractors, suppliers, distributors, and aspiring professionals. Members gain access to networking events (monthly luncheons, mixers, golf tournaments), continuing education and certification preparation (EPA 608, NATE, HVAC Excellence), OSHA safety training, an enforced Code of Ethics, business development resources such as the 10-Step Growth Model, legislative advocacy and government relations support, scholarship opportunities at the College of Southern Nevada, and community outreach programs including Mission Cool Off and Gifting You a Cool Day.

Product overview

SNARSCA (Southern Nevada Air Conditioning Refrigeration Service Contractors Association) is a nonprofit trade association founded in 1978, serving as a membership-based organization rather than a software product company. The association offers a comprehensive portfolio of services including membership programs providing networking events, educational and training resources, mentorship groups, business development tools (such as the 10-Step Growth Model), charitable outreach programs (Mission Cool Off, Gifting You a Cool Day AC Giveaway), HVAC scholarship opportunities, and advocacy support. The organization's primary offerings center on professional development, community engagement, and industry advocacy for HVACR contractors throughout Nevada, with member resources available through a Wild Apricot platform login system.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SNARSCA Membership Trade association membership program providing HVACR contractors access to networking events, educational programs, mentorship opportunities, business development resources (including the 10-Step Growth Model), Code of Ethics framework with 10-hour OSHA training certification, government relations support, and advocacy throughout Nevada.
• Education and Training Programs Comprehensive HVAC technician education program including continuing education courses, certification preparation (EPA 608, NATE, HVAC Excellence), safety training, and workforce development programs for HVACR professionals and aspiring technicians.
• Networking Events Monthly networking luncheons, seasonal mixers, annual golf tournaments, and industry meetups fostering connections among HVACR professionals, suppliers, contractors, and affiliate partners in Nevada.
• Gifting You a Cool Day AC Giveaway Community outreach initiative donating air conditioning units to families in need in Southern Nevada, run jointly with NV Energy and supported by SNARSCA member contractors.
• 10-Step Growth Model Structured business development framework for HVAC contractors covering leadership, company culture, operations, marketing, financial planning, and systems implementation.
• HVAC Scholarship Program Annual scholarship program at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) supporting students pursuing HVACR careers and workforce development.
• Government Relations and Advocacy Legislative advocacy and regulatory compliance support helping SNARSCA members navigate Nevada HVAC codes, licensing requirements, and industry regulations, with engagement with Southern Nevada municipalities and the Nevada State Contractors Board.
• Code of Ethics Program Professional standards framework requiring SNARSCA members to practice professionalism, quality service, and safety compliance, including a mandatory 10-hour OSHA training certification.

Quantifiable outcome

• 300+ years of collective industry knowledge represented through membership
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Evolution Air Conditioning and HeatingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 July 2026Evolution Air Conditioning and Heating donated and installed a new AC unit for a Las Vegas caregiver as part of the Gifting You a Cool Day contest, a joint initiative with NV Energy and SNARSCA. The company received a 10-year parts-and-labor warranty and ongoing maintenance package.
• NV EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with NV Energy for collaborative initiatives including the Gifting You a Cool Day AC giveaway contest, energy efficiency programs, and workforce development with area schools.
• Southern Nevada Air Conditioning Refrigeration Contractors AssociationcoreOthersJoint initiative with the Southern Nevada Air Conditioning Refrigeration Contractors Association (same organization - SNARSCA acronym) for community outreach programs including AC donations to families in need.
• College of Southern NevadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSNARSCA provides HVAC scholarships at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) to support workforce development and train future HVACR professionals.
• Electric & Gas Industries Association (EGIA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEGIA is an affiliate partner organization offering industry resources, training, and professional development opportunities to SNARSCA members.
• Subcontractors Legislative CoalitionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSNARSCA provides support to the Subcontractors Legislative Coalition for advocacy and policy representation in Nevada's legislative processes.
• Johnstone SupplyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJohnstone Supply is a sponsor and supplier partner providing HVAC equipment and parts to SNARSCA members through the association's sponsorship program.
• Ferguson HVACminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFerguson HVAC is a sponsor and distributor partner providing HVAC equipment and supplies to SNARSCA members through the association's sponsorship program.
• Winsupply of Clark CountyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWinsupply of Clark County is an affiliate member of SNARSCA, providing high-quality HVAC products from top industry brands to association members.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI): The major US HVACR equipment-manufacturer trade association. AHRI is broader in scope (manufacturer-led) but overlaps with SNARSCA in standards, certification, and policy advocacy that affect contractors.
• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): National construction-industry trade association with merit-shop philosophy. ABC is an adjacent incumbent because it offers HVAC contractors similarly structured training, apprenticeship, and advocacy at national scale.

Direct peers

• Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES): International HVACR education and training society serving contractors and technicians. Very comparable to SNARSCA because RSES delivers continuing education, certification, and contractor-targeted programs in the same refrigeration/HVAC niche.
• Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC): National trade association for plumbing, heating, and cooling contractors. Highly comparable because PHCC represents overlapping MEP contractor segments and provides education, advocacy, and member services similar to SNARSCA's bundle.
• Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA): National HVACR contractor trade association offering education, certification, networking, and advocacy. ACCA is the most direct US counterpart to SNARSCA's model, just at a national scale.
• Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA): National trade association for sheet metal and HVAC contractors offering labor relations, education, and advocacy. Comparable because many SNARSCA members operate in adjacent sheet-metal and HVAC installation trades.
• Heating, Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI): Trade association for HVACR distributors and wholesalers, providing benchmarking, education, and advocacy. Comparable on the distributor-side of SNARSCA's membership ecosystem.
• Electric & Gas Industries Association (EGIA): A nonprofit serving HVAC, plumbing, and home performance contractors with training, membership programs, and group buying. EGIA is already a SNARSCA affiliate partner and serves a virtually identical value proposition at a national level.

Emerging players

• North American Technician Excellence (NATE): Leading HVACR technician certification body. NATE is an adjacent peer because SNARSCA's education and certification prep programs (EPA 608, NATE, HVAC Excellence) directly compete with or complement NATE's offerings.

Regional players

• Nevada Contractors Association: Regional construction trade association serving Nevada contractors. Direct regional peer — competes with SNARSCA for the same Nevada-licensed contractor audience, though at a broader construction-trade (not HVACR-exclusive) level.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SNARSCA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/snarsca

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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