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Heat Pump Troubleshooting, Part 3: Stuck Sliders and Hidden Leaks

A simple 2° temperature difference can expose internal leaks and prevent costly callbacks

ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America)

April 28, 2026

A magnet, a thermometer, and the right pressure readings can tell you everything about a failing reversing valve.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: Panama Bartholomy on Policy, Grid Readiness, and Contractor Opportunity

BDC’s executive director shares how fast the market is shifting — and why contractor confidence will decide the next decade

Dylan Kurt

February 14, 2026

The U.S. is now the world’s top heat pump market. This episode explains how we got here and what comes next

Dual Fuel Solutions Offer Peace of Mind

An HVAC Minute Video Update: February 10, 2026

Chris Gray

February 10, 2026

Contractors are leaning into dual fuel solutions as a way to give homeowners more efficient comfort, and better peace of mind.

HVAC Q&A Episode 19: Getting On Board the Heat Pump Train

Maria Taylor

February 9, 2026

How do you get ‘old-school guys’ excited about heat pumps? Jim Bergmann, president of MeasureQuick, used to be one of those guys. Then he installed a heat pump in his basement — and everything changed. In this video, Bergmann explains the BTUs that made him a believer — and why the old saying “don’t knock it ‘till you try it” holds true with heat pumps.

AHR Expo 2026

Bosch: HVAC Replacements To Ramp Up Again in 2027, Later 2026

Affordability, electrification in post-IRA America top trends for 2026

Maria Taylor

February 2, 2026

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.

Study: Heat Pumps Three Times More Efficient than Boilers

French study shows heat pumps lead the way in efficiency, sustainability

Chris Gray

January 27, 2026

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.

Troubleshooting Heat Pumps Stuck in One Mode

System won’t switch from heating to cooling? The reversing valve is probably to blame.

ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America)

January 23, 2026

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

Understanding a Defrost Board on a Heat Pump

Prevent cold-weather callbacks and diagnose issues faster

Matthew Akins

January 21, 2026

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