While more than 90% of homeowners say online reviews are important, only 61% of HVAC contractors say they post reviews on their websites. Experts talk about how to close that gap.

For distributors, the Expo is a place to meet peers in different facets of the industry, as well as contractor customers, and have a peek at new products and technology.

Distribution Trends sat down with Loran Liu, after the recent HARDI conference in Phoenix, to talk shop, including about what’s ahead for HARDI and why he moved from tech to HVAC distribution.

More than 1,800 exhibits are planned for the 2024 AHR Expo in Chicago, and tens of thousands of attendees are expected. The Expo was last in Chicago in 2018.

John Cerasuolo, who’s led Leap Partners to dramatic growth since its first acquisition in 2022, is a NEWSMaker of the Year for 2023.

A Google search for terms like “furnace” or “heat pump” will yield information on how the system works and its efficiency, plus side-by-side comparisons and, if applicable, available financial incentives that can defray the consumer’s costs.

The ACHR NEWS recently contacted several companies to ask about some of their options and accessories for ductless systems. Here’s a roundup of the products they told us about.

Cory Anderson took the presidency of M&A Supply in the spring of 2020, an especially challenging time. He reflected on that, and on the state of the HVACR industry, during a recent conversation.

The conference will offer six keynote speakers, meals, breakout sessions on a variety of topics, socializing and networking, and opportunities to meet with suppliers and representatives of businesses that support distributors.