PHCC has been an advocate for plumbing, heating and cooling contractors since 1883. As the oldest trade organization in the construction industry, approximately 4,000 members nationwide put their faith in the association's efforts to lobby local, state and federal government, provide forums for networking and educational programs, and to deliver the highest quality of products and services.

The Pinellas Association PHCC is an affiliated chapter of the Florida Association PHCC (FAPHCC) and PHCC National (PHCC).

PHCC's mission statement is the guiding principle of the association:

The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association is dedicated to the promotion, advancement, education and training of the industry for the protection of the environment, and the health, safety and comfort of society.