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Supply House Times wants to know what your top-selling products were in 2025. Take a few moments to share what sold the most in each category below that applies to your company, and we will publish the results in an upcoming issue.

As part of this transition, Balfrey & Johnston—RectorSeal’s representative for both plumbing and HVAC in Michigan in recent years—will focus exclusively on plumbing and firestop lines in Michigan and Wisconsin. 

2025 results reflect a significant regulatory transition to new HVAC systems that incorporates A2L refrigerants. The regulatory mandate impacted nearly 55% of all products and required the conversion of over $1 billion of inventory across more than 650 U.S. locations. 

When Cheryl Merchant talks about her path from rural Michigan to the corner office at the Taco Family of Companies, she does so with the steady confidence of someone who’s spent four decades proving that perseverance and people-first leadership can build anything — from global factories to family-style company cultures.

Ensure your dealers account for adequate margins to offer competitive wages and maintain a skilled workforce. In the competitive HVAC repair market, paying well attracts quality employees who generate more business. Ultimately, investing in a pay raise may be more cost-effective than losing a valuable employee to a competitor.

In an industry where scale and speed can overshadow character, Thos. Somerville Co. stands out not just by what it delivers — but how it delivers it. What began in 1861 as a modest brass foundry has grown into a Mid-Atlantic plumbing, heating, and HVAC supply powerhouse. But Somerville’s real strength lies in a culture grounded in craftsmanship, relational trust, and service — principles forged in the foundry and still alive today.

SRGI announced that it has been honored by NAVAC as both their 2025 Best Supporting Team and 2025 Rep Agency of the Year. 

In this role, Williams will train more than 2,500 technicians throughout North America each year. He'll cover manufacturer specifications, offer repair tips and provide hands-on learning opportunities for a range of household appliances.

This is Winsupply’s third acquisition of this year. Earlier this year, Winsupply closed on the acquisition of Kansas-based Industrial Sales Co. and Florida-based United Lighting & Supply Co.

The future of the PHCP-PVF industry is being shaped by a new generation of leaders making a significant impact. Each year, Supply House Times’ “Next Gen All Stars: Top 20 Under 40” list honors rising professionals in the PHCP-PVF supply chain who are driving progress and advancing their companies.