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Horizon Group Acquires Gervais Mechanical

September 1, 2023

The addition of Gervais Mechanical to HGH’s portfolio of home-services brands, which stretches from New England to Florida and west to Texas, is the 33rd partnership in the last 36 months.

Dept. of Labor Updates Davis-Bacon Acts

Critics say the new rule will result in unnecessary and costly regulation

August 31, 2023

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The Davis Bacon Act has been significantly updated for the first time in 40 years. Some industry groups applaud the update, while others say it will result in burdensome regulations.

Bradford White, PR Firm Partner to Aid Contractors

August 30, 2023

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In a series of 10 videos for Bradford White’s “For the Pro” platform, Ripley PR CEO Heather Ripley shares insights for growing an HVAC or plumbing contracting business through public relations.

Crafting A Custom Electrification Plan For Customers

Contractors can help homeowners create a personal retrofit strategy to reach their goals

Joanna R. Turpin

August 30, 2023

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Electrifying existing homes can be complex and costly, but HVAC contractors can help their customers by creating a custom plan that takes into account their budget and specific needs.

How to Add Combustion Testing Services to Your Company

One of the biggest challenges for companies that want to start combustion testing is where to begin

David Richardson

August 29, 2023

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I have seen numerous companies make significant investments in test equipment and training, only to quit once they hit their first obstacle.

Five Strategies to Wake Up Growth in the Face of a Slowdown

It’s been hot, but the calls aren’t coming in like they were last year

Chris Hunter

August 29, 2023

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The expectations were high after coming off of the COVID-era growth rates, but the reality is many contractors are finding themselves confronting an unanticipated slumber to summer.

Lean Into the Millennial Customer

Over the past five years, about 7 million people in this generation have joined the ranks of the homeowners

Kyle Gargaro

August 28, 2023

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Millennials need to be marketed to by HVAC contractors.

New GM at Atlantic Westchester

August 28, 2023

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Prior to working at Atlantic Westchester, Jesse Alley managed his own contracting and construction business and held a variety of managerial roles at both Lowe’s and Water Treatment by Culligan.

Using a Qualified Plan for Charitable Giving

Using a Qualified Plan to Maximize Your Charitable Giving

If you want to make the most of your charitable donations from your qualified plans, you have a few options

Briana Hilton

August 26, 2023

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The main (and most crucial) difference between qualified and non-qualified plans is that their contributions are income tax deductible and allows you to enjoy tax deferral on any money invested.

IRA Rebate Rebellion?

DeSantis veto sets up Florida’s rejection of federal money for HVAC upgrades.

Matt Jachman

August 25, 2023

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed a $5 million grant that was to pay for administering the distribution of $346 million in federal Inflation Reduction Act rebate money in the state.