HVAC Residential Market - Articles - Page 35

Contractor Pro Homeowner Series

The Homeowner, Contractor, and the Smart Thermostat Market

Contractor market ‘actually pacing behind the retail/consumer demand for smart thermostats’

October 1, 2024

While government incentives, savings in utility bills, word-of-mouth, and increasing popularity have led to homeowner’s increased awareness of smart thermostats, there is still a lot of room in the market for growth.

Carrier Teases Futuristic, Hybrid, Battery-Backup HVAC Units

‘Super disruptive new technology’ to provide comfort, grid resiliency

Maria Taylor

September 25, 2024

At Climate Week NYC, a breakthrough HVAC technology that could help homeowners avoid peak pricing while also addressing growing concerns of over-stressing the grid was announced.

High-End HVAC

Leveraging Incentives in HVAC Sales

Rebates, tax credits make it easier to market high-end, high-efficiency products

Matt Jachman

September 23, 2024

High-end HVAC typically means high-efficiency products, which may qualify for the tax and rebate incentives available now. Here’s a look at how three manufacturers are helping contractors leverage incentives.

Embracing the Future of Energy Efficiency with the Inflation Reduction Act

Cristian Daily

September 21, 2024

The Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) tax credits and rebates can unlock thousands for residential homeowners looking to upgrade to energy-efficient HVAC equipment.

Contractor Pro Homeowner Series

91% of Homeowners Rely on Online Reviews Before Picking Contractors

But a shocking 43% of contractors don’t respond to reviews at all

Dylan Kurt

September 17, 2024

As inflation continues to cause homeowners to pinch pennies, they are now doing more research on potential contractors before making a decision, which means contractors need to step up their online game.

New Energy-Efficient HVAC Installations Modernize Low-Income Housing

Heating and cooling systems at West Plains Housing Authority to be replaced with Johnson Controls heat pumps

Hannah Belloli-Oster

September 13, 2024

Initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions by 32%, save $200,000 annually.

Furnace Red Tag Second Opinions

David Richardson

September 11, 2024

There are plenty of reasons to shut down a potentially dangerous furnace, just make sure the facts back up that decision.

How A Heat Pump Water Heater Works

Considerations to make as government invests in heat pump technology

Lianna Schwalenberg

September 9, 2024

While homeowners should do their own research and hire a trained professional, heat pump technology offers a reliable alternative to carbon-based fuels, and there are plenty of incentives available, to boot.

FROSTlines

Refrigerant Detection Systems Sniff Out A2L Leaks

Carrier, Daikin, and Trane discuss how these safety features will work on their equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

September 6, 2024

RDSs are generally required in A2L systems that contain more than 4 pounds of refrigerant and can either be field or factory-installed, depending on the manufacturer.