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U.S. Senator Ted Cruz is leading the charge to assist HVAC contractors in pushing back on the final rule on gas furnace efficiency standards from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).

While the installation of heat pumps may seem to be slowing due to inflation and rising interest rates, coupled with a confusing rollout of federal funding, they are expected to pick up speed this year.

At the AHR Expo in Chicago, we talked industry trends with the representatives of five ductless/VRF manufacturers. The refrigerant changeover was a big topic.

Only 4% of homeowners know modern heat pumps can heat down to -4°F. That’s a huge opportunity for HVAC contractors to step in and be the experts.

A recent survey shows homeowners are unfamiliar with what an HVAC heat pump can accomplish.

From IAQ to AI, to geothermal to ductless VRF, to smart products to the refrigerant transition, to heat pumps to smart products, there was much to cover at this year’s Expo.

Rebate programs associated with the Inflation Reduction Act for the purchase of high-efficiency HVAC equipment are finally picking up steam, after a near year and a half since the IRA was signed into law.

Gaining trust, offering the perfect solution, and telling potential customers why you are better than the competition can help eliminate buyers from going after a second quote.

To help contractors keep their finger on the pulse of the HVAC industry, The ACHR NEWS has asked experts serving four different HVAC sectors what they’re focusing on right now. Here’s what they have to say.

With multiple methods offering their own unique advantages, it’s important to be familiarized with the relevant radiant installation method to ensure a job well done.