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Electric Heating Surges: An HVAC Minute Video Update - January 12, 2026

Why More Homeowners Are Choosing Electric Heating

An HVAC Minute Video Update: January 12, 2026
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
January 12, 2026
ACCA’s Contractor of the Future survey showed that contractors who offer four or more choices increased their closed rates by 24%.
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Leading with Authenticity: How Alyssa Rogers Builds a People-First HVAC Company

Why staying true to your identity—and your community—creates healthier, more resilient growth
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Alyssa Rogers
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Chris Lollini
January 9, 2026

Running a business doesn't solely need to be about growth. 


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AI for HVAC Contractors: Where to Start, What to Avoid, and What Works

CEO Warrior advisor Jackie Sponsler explains where artificial intelligence delivers real value for HVAC contractors — and where it doesn’t
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
January 7, 2026

AI is already influencing HVAC pricing, coaching, and operations. Jackie Sponsler explains how contractors can use it without triggering fear or confusion.


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Planning for 2026: How HVAC Contractors Are Rethinking Pricing, Payments, and the Buying Experience

January 6, 2026
Rising costs and savvy buyers are changing the game. Discover how top HVAC contractors use simple, smart financing to reduce sticker shock and keep projects moving in 2026.
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The ACHR NEWS Launches New Event for Residential HVAC Contractors: An HVAC Minute Video Update: January 5, 2026

The ACHR NEWS Launches New Event for Residential HVAC Contractors

An HVAC Minute Video Update: January 5, 2026
Hannah Belloli
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January 5, 2026
The ACHR NEWS has launched an event designed specifically for residential HVAC contractors: the HVAC Contractor Forum — a brand-new live event happening November 2–4, 2026, in Frisco, Texas.
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The NEWSMakers Podcast: Beating the 2025 HVAC Slowdown With Maintenance, Marketing, and Money

BDR’s Jay Crowe explains how contractors are protecting margins despite lower call counts, refrigerant turbulence, and a projected 20%-25% drop in new equipment sales
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
January 3, 2026
Carrier may be bracing for a 20%-25% sales drop, but BDR’s Jay Crowe says many contractors are still posting profitable years. Hear how they’re doing it with better maintenance programs, tighter PACE tracking, and smarter financing.
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5 Realistic Ways AI Can Empower Your HVAC Business in 2026

Scott Downes
December 30, 2025

HVAC companies are discovering that AI can handle the administrative grind, freeing up people to focus on skilled labor, customer relationships, and growth.


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The New HVAC Gold Rush

When Silicon Valley wants a chiller, the whole industry feels it.
Maria Taylor
Maria Taylor
December 29, 2025

Contractor consolidation dominated the early 2020s. Now the money is flowing into equipment — pushed by the rise of data-center cooling. 


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How to Sell HVAC Replacements Instead of Repairs

Steve Howard
Steve Howard
December 28, 2025

As repair costs rise, contractors who know how to frame replacement as peace of mind, comfort, and long-term value gain a clear advantage.


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Ignoring 50% of the Workforce Is Bad Business

Data from ACCA, WHVACR shows recruiting women can improve retention, safety, customer satisfaction.
Julian Scadden
Julian Scadden
December 27, 2025

The mental image of a 45-year-old male tradesperson is costing you talent.


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