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Social Media Gives Air Conditioner a Spike

July 15, 2022

Social media platforms, like TikTok, can help boost HVAC sales for contractors. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when handling social media.

Is It Time To Turn Up The Thermostat in the U.S.?

European countries are mandating higher t-stat settings to save energy

Joanna R. Turpin

July 8, 2022

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We Americans like things cold. Where we don’t like to be cold is at work. In fact, as more employees are returning to office buildings, being cold is one of their biggest complaints.

Paying Your HVAC Technicians Properly

Kyle Gargaro

June 22, 2022

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For years, the experts have been telling HVAC contractors it is not all about the money when keeping or recruiting good technicians. And they were correct.

Navigating A Summer of Electricity Uncertainty

Power outages may become more common as demand outstrips supply

Joanna R. Turpin

May 28, 2022

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There’s nothing better than a comfortable, air conditioned home during summer. Unfortunately, that may be in jeopardy, as electric grid operators around the country warn of possible shortages.

Data Shows Three Reasons Techs Leave HVAC Contractors

Kyle Gargaro

May 24, 2022

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ServiceTitan unveiled data that could predict when and why an HVAC service technician will leave a company.

Tips On Training Technicians

Contractors need to understand their audience – and offer food

Joanna R. Turpin

May 3, 2022

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Most reputable HVACR contractors spend a lot of time and energy training their technicians, as they realize the value of having a well-trained staff.

Refrigeration Systems Are Going Au Naturel

Natural refrigerants such as propane and CO2 are becoming more popular

Joanna R. Turpin

October 5, 2021

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So-called natural refrigerants such as CO2 and propane are becoming more popular, due to changing regulations at the state level – and likely the federal level soon.

Become The Best HVAC Contractor to Work For

The award can be used for marketing and recruiting new employees

Kyle Gargaro

October 2, 2021

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It is that time of year again, when we are accepting nominations for The ACHR NEWS’ Best Contractor to Work For contest.

HVAC Contractors Need to Lean Into Indoor Air Quality

Contractors should be a source of IAQ info that customers can trust

Kyle Gargaro

September 16, 2021

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If you are an HVAC contractor who has not done so already, it is time to lean into the growing indoor air quality trend.

Future for HVAC Contractors Looks Like Auto Dealers Today

Today, HVAC contractors are weathering price increases and increased overhead costs

Ted Craig

September 5, 2021

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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.