ct phcc

What ct phcc does

CT PHCC (Connecticut Association of Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Contractors) is a private nonprofit trade association founded in 1890 that serves plumbing, heating, and HVACR contractors in Connecticut as a regional chapter of PHCC National. The organization delivers value through three primary vectors: (1) a state-approved continuing education program operated via its CODE (Center for Occupational Development and Education) subsidiary, which provides the 5-hour P1 Contractor license renewal training mandated by Connecticut law; (2) the PHCC Academy E-Learning platform, which offers scalable online courses in workforce readiness, pre-apprentice training (Plumbing and HVACR), EPA Section 608 certification, Low GWP refrigerant safety, Business Leadership Essentials (via GoalMakers), and Finance Management; and (3) member services including a Legislative & Regulatory Tracking Center, regional chapter meetings, an annual golf tournament, and a network of over 30 associate supplier members led by Platinum sponsor Federated Insurance.

The business model is fundamentally membership-driven, generating revenue from three streams: recurring membership dues (pricing not publicly disclosed, with a 15-month-for-12-month introductory offer), per-class fees from CODE continuing education ($133 member / $190 non-member), and event-based revenue from the annual golf tournament and trade show ($60-$2,400 sponsorship tiers, $60-$675 individual/foursome registration). The go-to-market motion is community-led, relying on chapter meetings, member testimonials, industry advocacy, and event participation rather than direct sales or marketing campaigns. The customer base is fragmented across hundreds of SMB plumbing and HVACR contractors in Connecticut, with secondary segments comprising P1 license holders (compliance-driven) and entry-level workers (career exploration via free/introductory courses). Operations are anchored in Connecticut with a mailing address on Fishers Island, NY; no headcount, revenue figures, or management team details are publicly disclosed.

Name

ct phcc

Legal name

Connecticut Association of Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Contractors

Website

https://ct-phcc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1890

Operating status

Operating

Short description

CT PHCC is a Connecticut-based nonprofit trade association founded in 1890 that supports plumbing, heating, and HVACR contractors through state-approved continuing education, e-learning courses, legislative advocacy, and member networking events as a regional chapter of PHCC National.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plumbing and HVACR Trade Association

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Continuing Education (CE/CPD) & Provider Accreditation Bodies (EDADACAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Career & Technical Education (CTE) & Trade Skills Media (EDAGALAG)

Keywords

• Plumbing and HVAC contracting
• Trade association membership
• Contractor continuing education
• Workforce skills training
• Industry regulatory advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Fishers Island

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees for contractor and associate members providing access to benefits, resources, legislative support, and member-only programs.
2. CODE Continuing Education: Continuing education courses for P1 Contractor license holders. Member rate $133, Non-member rate $190 per class.
3. Annual Golf Tournament and Events: Revenue from golf tournament registration ($180 individual, $675 foursome, $60 dinner only) and sponsorship packages ranging from $150 to $2,400.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CT-PHCC is a private nonprofit trade association serving plumbing, heating, cooling, and HVACR contractors in Connecticut. It provides membership, industry advocacy, regulatory tracking, networking, events, and access to PHCC National resources. Its paid educational offerings include PHCC Academy online courses and state-approved CODE continuing education for P1 contractor license holders.

Product overview

CT-PHCC operates as a trade association offering a portfolio of educational products and member services. The core offerings include the PHCC Academy E-Learning platform providing online training courses (Workforce Readiness, Pre-Apprentice Plumbing, Pre-Apprentice HVACR, EPA Section 608, Low GWP Refrigerant Safety, Business Leadership Essentials, Finance Management) and the CODE (Center for Occupational Development and Education) which provides state-approved continuing education for P1 Contractor license holders. Additional services include the Legislative & Regulatory Tracking Center, Annual Golf Tournament, regional meetings, and member-only resources for business support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CT-PHCC Membership Annual membership for contractor and associate members, providing access to association benefits, industry resources, legislative support, and member-only programs.
• PHCC Academy E-Learning
• CODE (Center for Occupational Development and Education)
• Workforce Readiness Course
• Plumbing Pre-Apprentice Course
• HVACR Pre-Apprentice Course
• EPA Section 608 Certification Course
• Low GWP Refrigerant (A2L) Safety Course
• Business Leadership Essentials Program
• Finance Management Course
• Annual Golf Tournament
• Southeast Connecticut Meeting

Quantifiable outcome

• P1 Contractor license holders must complete 5 hours of continuing education for license renewal by July 31st

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered platinum, minor and core.

• Federated InsuranceplatinumOthersFederated Insurance is a Platinum Sponsor of CT-PHCC, providing insurance products tailored to the Plumbing Heating and Cooling industries. They offer industry-specific Risk Management Academy seminars, DriveSAFESM Telematics app, and mySHIELD risk management resources. Rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best.
• InnoTechminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInnoTech of Pawcatuck CT provides website support services for CT-PHCC.
• PHCC NationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPHCC National is the premier trade association for p-h-c professionals, representing over 3,000 contractor members. CT-PHCC is part of this national organization, providing access to national resources, CONNECT annual meeting, and member benefits.
• Chrysler CorpminorGTM or Marketing PartnerChrysler Corp partnership offering CT-PHCC members, their families and employees a special $500 cash allowance toward purchase or lease of select models.
• PHCC AcademycoreTechnology or IntegrationPHCC Academy provides e-learning platform with courses for workforce readiness, pre-apprentice training, business leadership, and technical certifications accessible to CT-PHCC members.
• Various Associate Members (Supplier Network)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOver 30 associate members including 1-800 Water Damage, 24 RestoreNe, American Leak Detection, Amtrol, F.W. Webb, Moen, Milwaukee Tool, ServiceMaster, SERVPRO, and others providing products and services to CT-PHCC contractor members.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• PHCC National (Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors National Association): The national parent organization of CT-PHCC, representing 3,000+ plumbing, heating, and cooling contractors across the U.S. Operates the CONNECT national meeting, shared e-learning infrastructure, and federal advocacy that CT-PHCC extends to the Connecticut market.
• Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA): National trade association serving HVAC contractors with education, certification, and advocacy. Directly comparable to CT-PHCC's HVACR segment, with similar business model of membership dues, training programs, and legislative advocacy.
• Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA): Trade association for mechanical contractors including plumbing, HVAC, and piping. Comparable membership-based model offering continuing education, safety training, and legislative advocacy to contractor members.
• American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE): Professional society for plumbing engineers and designers offering education, certification, and technical resources. Comparable to CT-PHCC in plumbing industry focus, though ASPE emphasizes engineering design rather than contracting.
• IAPMO (International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials): Plumbing and mechanical industry association focused on code and standard development, with parallel education, certification, and membership programs serving plumbing contractors and inspectors.
• United Association (UA) — Union of Plumbers, Pipefitters, and HVAC Service Techs: Labor union representing plumbing, pipefitting, and HVACR workers. Comparable workforce development and apprenticeship training infrastructure to CT-PHCC's pre-apprentice courses, though on the union side rather than open shop.

Broad incumbents

• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): National trade association for the broader commercial construction industry including plumbing and HVAC contractors. Broader scope than CT-PHCC but uses the same trade association model of membership dues, training, and advocacy.

Regional players

• Connecticut Construction Industries Association (CCIA): State-level trade association serving Connecticut construction contractors. Directly comparable geographic and membership-association model to CT-PHCC, with broader construction-industry scope that overlaps with CT-PHCC's commercial members.

Emerging players

• Radiant Professionals Alliance (RPA): Niche trade association focused on radiant heating and plumbing professionals. Comparable membership and education model to CT-PHCC but narrower in specialty focus and national rather than regional scope.
• RedVector (a Vector Solutions company): Online continuing education provider for licensed professionals including trades. Comparable to CT-PHCC's CODE continuing education and PHCC Academy offerings, but as a for-profit digital platform with broader course catalog and state approvals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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