Some contractors reported a boom in sales of high-end air conditioning systems and a corresponding increase in new employees.

The strong report this month was as expected and a welcome relief after two very challenging months,” said Brian Loftus.

The economy reached its low point in April, during the worst of the coronavirus outbreak, and now seems on the road to some kind of recovery.

The shutdown, stimulus checks, and other ramifications of COVID-19 have affected the HVAC industry.

Contractors report that while they have been kept busy maintaining refrigeration systems in grocery stores, restaurant work has slowed down.

Manufacturers have been helping their dealers get through this period.

Contractors already serving the residential repair and replacement market need to prepare for new competitors.

An impact survey conducted by the ASA partner Industry Insights shows respondents are making strides in a number of categories.

The American Supply Association has been active on the advocacy front in support of critical initiatives during the pandemic.

A list of modifications to make PPP loan terms more favorable made its own way into law on June 5.