The January 2025 issue of Supply House Times features our cover story the ASA annual roundtable even at ASA NETWORK2024. Also inside, the 2025 Plumbing Industry Outlook, water efficiency trends in codes and standards, and much more!
At the American Supply Association's annual event, industry leaders addressed concerns about talent recruitment, competition from e-commerce, and the need for independent distributors to adapt and enhance their service offerings to stay competitive.
The U.S. has cut per capita water usage by 10% from 2005 to 2015, thanks to water-efficient plumbing products that saved over $135 billion. As climate change increases water shortage risks, the plumbing supply chain must adapt to evolving efficiency standards.
As 2024 ends, I’ll review last year’s predictions and share twelve trends for 2025. I’ll focus on important trends for supply houses rather than predicting the stock market. Let’s dive into my 2024 predictions.
There are reasons for plumbing and HVAC professionals to be optimistic heading into the new year.
January 6, 2025
Plumbing and HVAC contractors navigated a year of challenges and opportunities, with rising demand for energy-efficient systems amid labor shortages. As we look to 2025, growth is expected in commercial sectors like data centers and healthcare, alongside increased home repairs. The focus on sustainability and technology will drive innovation in the industry.
The new president of the American Supply Association (ASA) shares his 18-year journey, highlighting ASA's value in networking and equality among wholesalers.
This article emphasizes the overlooked importance of marketing and design in the PVF and HVAC industries, urging a mindset shift to seize opportunities and enhance brand image for future success.
At the ASA Training Manager’s CONNECT meeting, industry professionals discussed training challenges in the distribution sector, including role standardization.
ASA Advocacy engaged lawmakers on key legislation as Republicans prepare to take control of Congress, anticipating swift action on tax matters despite temporary voting losses. The 119th Congress will focus on advancing Republican priorities quickly.
At NETWORK in Chicago, ASA President Patrick Maloney highlighted the importance of face-to-face recruitment and advocated for job fairs to attract and retain talent, sharing his positive experiences speaking at local colleges about industry opportunities.
In October 2024, respondents reported a nearly 7% sales increase year-over-year, rebounding from a weak September. Industrial PVF firms faced declining year-to-date and trailing sales, while distributors showed cautious optimism for 2025.