Based on 19 years of covering automotive retailing, I would say the future of residential HVAC looks a lot like the current state of automotive retailing.
Lennox Industries will be increasing prices up to 8% percent on residential and commercial equipment, accessories, and parts, effective September 1, 2021.
Allied Air Enterprises announces a price increase of up to 8%, beginning October 1, 2021, due to inflationary pressures from transportation and input costs.
Carrier announced a price increase of up to 8% on North America residential, light commercial, and commercial applied products effective September 1, 2021.