The rule will effectively ban the sale of non-condensing gas furnaces and, according to the American Gas Association (AGA), will affect 55% of U.S. households.
A recent survey found that online reviews are extremely important to homeowners, yet only 61% of HVAC contractors actually advertise them on their websites.
The transition to A2Ls will likely serve as an interim solution. Europe has already embraced propane in certain heat pump systems, and the U.S. may follow suit, albeit with a different low-GWP refrigerant.
As the industry continues to gray and the demand for HVAC services continues to rise, recruiting, training, and retaining young talent is crucial to the trade’s future.
The 2024 Service Operations Forum drew 68 industry professionals who met in a collaborative environment in which they shared strategies, insights, and experiences.
Some in the HVAC industry have struggled with employee retention, but implementing the "Right People, Right Seats" concept may help get employees to excel in their respective roles and reduce turnover.
"Going forward, the pace of existing home sales is turning and mortgage rates are shrinking. This annual growth rate chart will be turning higher very soon," said Brian Loftus, HARDI’s macroeconomic and residential market analyst.