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Each week, DuctWord gives players six guesses to decode a hidden word. The word of the week will be related to the HVACR industry and, once answered, the puzzle will link to one of our most popular articles on the topic. There’s also a leaderboard where players can log their high scores to win bragging rights.

Continuous and rapid cycling is hard on a compressor, but the use of a simple time delay relay can mitigate the risk of compressor failure.

The EPA initially faced backlash from the industry regarding the sell-through mandate for certain HVAC systems. The Agency revised the provision by allowing one additional year, until January 1, 2026.

Physical location matters because it’s an outward indicator of how well the business is run.

Hiring platforms provide predictive analysis using updated data from those already working in the trades to show contractors which job candidates will be successful and stay with a company and which ones won’t, pre-hire.

Collaboration between suppliers and contractors remains a critical aspect of the industry.

Homeowners mostly want to install high-efficiency equipment because of the comfort it brings and rebates associated. If contractors know what to highlight about the equipment, it can sell itself.

A recent survey found that the most important factor to homeowners when deciding whether or not to purchase HVAC equipment, is contractor reputation.

Always perform as if clients see everything because sometimes, they do.