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Winter weather can bring increased challenges for both residential and commercial HVAC contractors, as snow and ice can impede work.

Winter Heating Bills Set to Increase

Natural Gas Costs Expected to Rise 13 Percent, Propane to Jump 9 Percent

November 18, 2013

More than 90 percent of homes in the U.S. will receive higher heating bills this winter season compared to last winter as heating fuel prices continue to surge.

Nov. 15, 2013: RSES Names New Board of Directors

New Executive Committee Officers Include International President Joe Marchese, CMS

November 15, 2013

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RSES announced its 2013-2014 board of directors, including its executive committee and regional directors, which will serve until the 77th RSES Annual Conference and HVACR Technology Expo. The conference and expo will be held in Long Beach, Calif., in 2014.

Nov. 11, 2013: Ingersoll Rand Changes Segment Reporting to Align with Reorganization

New Structure Said to Increase Focus on Growth and Reduce Overhead Cost

November 11, 2013

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Ingersoll-Rand plc announced it has realigned its financial reporting into two segments: Climate and Industrial. The new segment reporting reflects a focus on Ingersoll Rand’s core businesses following the spin-off of the company’s commercial and residential security businesses.

At Isaac Heating & Air Conditioning, the company keeps its fleet up-to-date by purchasing vehicles outright when one goes down. The company has around 160 vehicles on the road.

Hybrid Vehicles Inspire HVAC Contracting Efficiency

Contractors Look to Shrink Travel Costs with Higher Fuel Efficiency

Matt Bishop

November 11, 2013

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To offset the added expense of traveling from job to job, many business owners are considering a more efficient fleet.

Small Contractors Find Ways to Compete With Big Firms

Reputation, Referrals Key to Overcoming Size Factor

Matt Bishop

November 11, 2013

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When it comes to operating in a major metropolitan area, how much does size matter?

Marketing Magic: The Common Problem of ‘Thermometer Marketing’

Customer Retention Marketing Helps Contractors Weather the Storm

Adams Hudson

November 11, 2013

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Sure, your business is weather-related, but if it’s weather-dependent, then you have a significant marketing problem.

Nov. 1, 2013: RSES Executive Vice President to Step Down in 2014

The Search for a Successor to Get Underway Soon

November 1, 2013

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RSES has announced that Mark Lowry, executive vice president, is retiring from the organization when his current contract expires at the end of June 2014.

An overhead view of Hurricane Sandy's wreckage at Howard Beach in New York.

A Grand Punch in the Mouth

Lessons Learned from the Great Recession and Hurricane Sandy

Dan Holohan

October 28, 2013

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As the noted philosopher Mr. Michael “Iron Mike” Tyson once said, “Everyone has a plan, ’til they get punched in the mouth.”

Think About a Face-to-Face Meeting

Kyle Gargaro

October 28, 2013

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At 36 years old, I fall at the end of Gen X and the beginning of Gen Y. I still see the value of a face-to-face meeting, and that was very evident when I attended the Mechanical Xchange recently in Park City, Utah.

The NEWS Hires Regional Sales Manager

HVAC Sales Veteran Is Promoted

October 21, 2013

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Kathy Janes has been named central region sales manager for The NEWS. Janes has 27 years of experience with BNP Media, working most recently as the business development manager for The NEWS.