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Bosch sees a challenging start to 2026 for HVAC, but the back half of the year — and 2027 — could bring renewed growth as replacement cycles return.

Trane expects commercial HVAC sales to remain strong in 2026, while residential sales are projected to be soft in the first quarter before improving in the second half of the year. 

Tankless systems eliminate storage tanks, but demand proper sequencing, balanced piping, and regular flushing to perform as intended. 

Despite fourth-quarter revenue declines, Lennox expects inventory normalization, pricing discipline, and a stabilization of repair-versus-replacement trends to support a return to growth in 2026. 

Industry experts explain which metrics matter, how long ROI should take, and when contractors should reconsider a campaign 

As heat pumps gain popularity in the U.S., a new study out of France provides additional evidence that heat pumps are both an efficient and sustainable option. 

What looked like a temporary dip in residential HVAC sales is increasingly appearing to be a longer-term shift toward repairs, driven by rising costs and regulatory changes.  

A reversing valve can fail 3 ways: stuck in position, defective/displaced, or internal leak. 

Their first experience with a/c left fairgoers “struck with wonder.”

This technical primer breaks down defrost control board operation, key components, and practical troubleshooting steps every HVACR technician should know.