Larry Shoemaker Named PHCC’s 2025 HVAC Contractor of the Year
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Larry Shoemaker of Deluxe Plumbing & Heating was named PHCC’s 2025 HVAC Contractor of the Year for his leadership in workforce training and operational efficiency.
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Shoemaker is actively involved in workforce education, serving on the PHCC National Education Board and teaching apprentices to promote skilled trades.
- He is engaged in community outreach, supporting charitable initiatives and student programs to promote careers in HVAC and plumbing.
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — Larry Shoemaker, owner of Deluxe Plumbing & Heating in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, has been named the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association’s (PHCC) 2025 HVAC Contractor of the Year. The award, sponsored by PHCC Corporate Partner Rheem, was presented during PHCC CONNECT 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Shoemaker was recognized for his leadership in workforce development, commitment to customer care, and emphasis on operational efficiency. Under his direction, Deluxe Plumbing & Heating employs more than 40 professionals trained across plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services. The company’s ongoing education programs focus on both technical proficiency and service excellence, supported by customer feedback surveys, technician performance scorecards, and incentive programs tied to service quality.
Shoemaker has implemented digital solutions that streamline daily operations, including iPad usage across the company for real-time communication, invoicing, and job tracking. He also expanded Deluxe Plumbing & Heating’s capabilities through trenchless pipelining and cured-in-place pipe technologies to reduce disruption and accelerate project delivery. Prefabrication practices further improve consistency and on-site efficiency.
Beyond business innovation, Shoemaker has made significant contributions to workforce education. A long-time member and past president of PHCC of Pennsylvania, he serves on the PHCC—National Education Board and teaches plumbing apprentices. His involvement in trade competitions and advocacy for improved licensing standards underscores his commitment to the skilled trades.
Shoemaker also extends his leadership to the community through charitable support, student outreach, and local partnerships that promote careers in HVAC and plumbing. His dedication to professional development and community engagement reflects the spirit of PHCC’s Contractor of the Year honor—recognizing excellence, innovation, and service to both the industry and the public.
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