Hyde’s Air Conditioning stayed open in California’s Coachella Valley during the worst of the pandemic, but had to make some adjustments as they went along.

Shoulder season never happened for many HVAC contractors this past year but soon it will return, and they will need a plan for keeping staff busy.

Each industry will face some form of transitional period. In the HVAC world, that time is now.

Many of the same challenges faced by the HVAC industry remain, and every new disruption creates a cascade of slowdowns.

Representatives of one of the country’s major HVAC wholesalers gathered recently to celebrate their successes and discuss the industry landscape at the Winsupply Inc. biennial conference and vendor showcase in mid-March.

For a contractor, the most critical link in the supply chain is the one with his supplier/distributor. Conducting a supplier review can enhance and strengthen this relationship.

We are experiencing ever-rising gas prices, inflation rates at 40-year highs, supply shortages, and staffing shortages, among other things. How can you prepare your company and team?

Add “increased risk of theft” to the growing list of concerns HVAC contractors face as they grapple with a shortage of supplies and equipment. Both HVAC equipment and service vehicles prove prime targets for thieves.

Equipment still fails like it did before 2020, but depending on your customer base, scheduling jobs can be a little more frustrating since the start of the pandemic.

The HVAC industry responds to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine; Danfoss’ hosts EnVisioneering Connect!; contactors concerned about supply chain and labor issues; and distributors are determined to rise above industry challenges.